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Around the World
U.S. Military Strikes Venezuelan Drug Boat, Trump Warns Cartels: “Beware”
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that U.S. forces had carried out a lethal strike against a Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessel, marking the first acknowledged military action under his expanded authority to target Latin American cartels.
Russia and China Move Ahead With Power of Siberia-2 Pipeline, But Beijing Holds the Cards
Russia and China advanced long-stalled plans for the massive Power of Siberia-2 natural gas pipeline on Monday, signing a legally binding memorandum to construct the project. But the absence of key commercial terms underscored how Beijing now holds decisive leverage in its energy dealings with Moscow.
Xi Jinping Pushes for New Global Order at SCO Summit Alongside Putin and Modi
Chinese President Xi Jinping used the opening of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit on Monday to call for a new global security and economic order that elevates the “Global South” and directly challenges U.S. influence. Joined by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Xi framed the SCO as a model for “a new type of international relations” capable of reshaping global governance.
Indonesian Diplomat Shot Dead in Peru as Protests at Home Leave 10 Dead
Indonesia faces tragedy abroad and turmoil at home after one of its diplomats was shot dead in Peru’s capital, Lima, while days of protests over parliamentary perks and inequality killed at least 10 people across the Southeast Asian nation.
Xi, Putin, Modi Unite Against West At Shanghai Summit; Erdogan Urges Ukraine Peace
Chinese President Xi Jinping warmly embraced Russian leader Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, pledging closer cooperation in defiance of U.S. sanctions over Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Weighs West Bank Sovereignty as UN Prepares for Palestinian State Recognition Push
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to convene top ministers and aides on Thursday to examine whether Israel should apply sovereignty over parts of the West Bank, a move tantamount to annexation, amid growing momentum at the United Nations for the recognition of a Palestinian state.
Netanyahu and IDF Chief Vow “Decisive Victory” as Gaza City Campaign Nears
Israel's leadership on Tuesday signaled the war against Hamas is entering its most critical stage, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir pledging to press on until the terror group is destroyed.
Inside the United States
Trump Administration Mobilizes Military Lawyers to Tackle Immigration Backlog
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has authorized sending up to 600 military lawyers to the Justice Department to serve as temporary immigration judges, in what conservatives are calling a bold step to restore law and order at America’s overwhelmed immigration courts.
Federal Judge Rules Trump Violated Posse Comitatus Act in California Troop Deployment
A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy National Guard troops to Los Angeles this summer violated the 19th-century Posse Comitatus Act, siding with California Gov. Gavin Newsom in a constitutional showdown over states’ rights and presidential authority.
Christian News
Boko Haram Kills Eight Christians in Fresh Attacks on Nigerian Villages
Members of Islamic extremist group Boko Haram killed at least eight Christians in two separate attacks across Borno State over the weekend, local sources and authorities confirmed.
U.S. Military Strikes Venezuelan Drug Boat, Trump Warns Cartels: “Beware”
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that U.S. forces had carried out a lethal strike against a Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessel, marking the first acknowledged military action under his expanded authority to target Latin American cartels.
Russia and China Move Ahead With Power of Siberia-2 Pipeline, But Beijing Holds the Cards
Russia and China advanced long-stalled plans for the massive Power of Siberia-2 natural gas pipeline on Monday, signing a legally binding memorandum to construct the project. But the absence of key commercial terms underscored how Beijing now holds decisive leverage in its energy dealings with Moscow.
Xi Jinping Pushes for New Global Order at SCO Summit Alongside Putin and Modi
Chinese President Xi Jinping used the opening of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit on Monday to call for a new global security and economic order that elevates the “Global South” and directly challenges U.S. influence. Joined by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Xi framed the SCO as a model for “a new type of international relations” capable of reshaping global governance.
Indonesian Diplomat Shot Dead in Peru as Protests at Home Leave 10 Dead
Indonesia faces tragedy abroad and turmoil at home after one of its diplomats was shot dead in Peru’s capital, Lima, while days of protests over parliamentary perks and inequality killed at least 10 people across the Southeast Asian nation.
Xi, Putin, Modi Unite Against West At Shanghai Summit; Erdogan Urges Ukraine Peace
Chinese President Xi Jinping warmly embraced Russian leader Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, pledging closer cooperation in defiance of U.S. sanctions over Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Weighs West Bank Sovereignty as UN Prepares for Palestinian State Recognition Push
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to convene top ministers and aides on Thursday to examine whether Israel should apply sovereignty over parts of the West Bank, a move tantamount to annexation, amid growing momentum at the United Nations for the recognition of a Palestinian state.
Netanyahu and IDF Chief Vow “Decisive Victory” as Gaza City Campaign Nears
Israel's leadership on Tuesday signaled the war against Hamas is entering its most critical stage, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir pledging to press on until the terror group is destroyed.
Inside the United States
Trump Administration Mobilizes Military Lawyers to Tackle Immigration Backlog
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has authorized sending up to 600 military lawyers to the Justice Department to serve as temporary immigration judges, in what conservatives are calling a bold step to restore law and order at America’s overwhelmed immigration courts.
Federal Judge Rules Trump Violated Posse Comitatus Act in California Troop Deployment
A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy National Guard troops to Los Angeles this summer violated the 19th-century Posse Comitatus Act, siding with California Gov. Gavin Newsom in a constitutional showdown over states’ rights and presidential authority.
Christian News
Boko Haram Kills Eight Christians in Fresh Attacks on Nigerian Villages
Members of Islamic extremist group Boko Haram killed at least eight Christians in two separate attacks across Borno State over the weekend, local sources and authorities confirmed.
Around the World
Maduro Threatens Armed Resistance as U.S. Expands Naval Deployment in Caribbean
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro warned Monday that he would "constitutionally declare a republic in arms" if U.S. forces launched an attack, as Washington bolsters its naval presence in the Caribbean to counter Latin American drug cartels.
U.S. Approves $825 Million Missile Sale to Ukraine Amid Intensified Russian Strikes
The Trump administration has approved an $825 million arms sale to Ukraine, delivering long-range strike capabilities to Kyiv as peace negotiations with Moscow remain stalled.
Trump Blasts India’s Trade Practices, Calls Zero-Tariff Offer ‘Too Late’ as U.S. Hikes Duties to 50%
U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of India on Sept. 1, dismissing New Delhi's offer to cut tariffs on American products to zero as "too late" and blasting decades of what he called a "one-sided disaster" in trade.
Protests Rock Indonesia As President Revokes Lawmakers’ $3,000 Perks, Orders Crackdown
Student-led crowds burned tires at rallies in Medan, a vital trade and commerce hub, and in other Indonesian cities in defiance of a possible military crackdown after protests left at least eight people dead in the worst violence to hit the Southeast Asian nation in more than two decades.
Afghanistan Earthquake Kills Hundreds Amid Aid Struggles and Christian Minority Concerns
Authorities in Afghanistan say a powerful earthquake has devastated the east of the country near the Pakistan border, killing more than 800 people and injuring over 2,500, as concerns grow about restricted access for international aid and the plight of the country’s tiny Christian minority.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Chief Vows to Continue Strikes “Across All Arenas” After Hamas, Houthi Leaders Killed
Israel's top military commander vowed Sunday that the fight against Hamas and its allies will intensify, a day after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) eliminated senior Houthi officials in Yemen and Hamas's longtime military spokesman, Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, better known as Abu Obeida.
Inside the United States
Coast Guard Announces Largest Drug Seizure in U.S. History
The U.S. Coast Guard has announced the largest drug seizure in American history, confiscating more than 76,000 pounds of illegal narcotics valued at $473 million during operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
U.S. Economy Grows at 3.3% Pace in Q2, Easing Inflation Strengthens Outlook
The U.S. economy grew faster than previously estimated in the second quarter, expanding at a 3.3 percent annualized rate, the Commerce Department reported Thursday. The stronger reading points to resilient consumer and business spending despite the drag from high borrowing costs and trade frictions.
Trump’s Immigration Policies Reshape Labor Market as 1.2 Million Fewer Immigrants in Workforce
As Americans celebrate Labor Day, new data shows that President Donald Trump's tough stance on immigration is reshaping the nation's workforce, with nearly 1.2 million fewer immigrant workers in the U.S. since the start of his second term.
Christian News
Iran Arrests 53 Christians On Espionage Charges; Rights Groups Call It Persecution
Iran has detained dozens of Christians on charges of espionage and “anti-security activities” for Israel, drawing condemnation from rights groups who call the move part of a broader crackdown on the country’s tiny Christian minority.
Worthy Insights
Hundreds Choose Christ in Mallorca Party Zone: ‘There Is Such a Tangible Presence of God’
The island of Mallorca, Spain, is often seen as an international party destination. For two weeks this summer, however, hundreds of Christians there shared the love of Jesus through boardwalk prayers, beach services, and ocean baptisms.
Maduro Threatens Armed Resistance as U.S. Expands Naval Deployment in Caribbean
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro warned Monday that he would "constitutionally declare a republic in arms" if U.S. forces launched an attack, as Washington bolsters its naval presence in the Caribbean to counter Latin American drug cartels.
U.S. Approves $825 Million Missile Sale to Ukraine Amid Intensified Russian Strikes
The Trump administration has approved an $825 million arms sale to Ukraine, delivering long-range strike capabilities to Kyiv as peace negotiations with Moscow remain stalled.
Trump Blasts India’s Trade Practices, Calls Zero-Tariff Offer ‘Too Late’ as U.S. Hikes Duties to 50%
U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of India on Sept. 1, dismissing New Delhi's offer to cut tariffs on American products to zero as "too late" and blasting decades of what he called a "one-sided disaster" in trade.
Protests Rock Indonesia As President Revokes Lawmakers’ $3,000 Perks, Orders Crackdown
Student-led crowds burned tires at rallies in Medan, a vital trade and commerce hub, and in other Indonesian cities in defiance of a possible military crackdown after protests left at least eight people dead in the worst violence to hit the Southeast Asian nation in more than two decades.
Afghanistan Earthquake Kills Hundreds Amid Aid Struggles and Christian Minority Concerns
Authorities in Afghanistan say a powerful earthquake has devastated the east of the country near the Pakistan border, killing more than 800 people and injuring over 2,500, as concerns grow about restricted access for international aid and the plight of the country’s tiny Christian minority.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
IDF Chief Vows to Continue Strikes “Across All Arenas” After Hamas, Houthi Leaders Killed
Israel's top military commander vowed Sunday that the fight against Hamas and its allies will intensify, a day after the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) eliminated senior Houthi officials in Yemen and Hamas's longtime military spokesman, Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, better known as Abu Obeida.
Inside the United States
Coast Guard Announces Largest Drug Seizure in U.S. History
The U.S. Coast Guard has announced the largest drug seizure in American history, confiscating more than 76,000 pounds of illegal narcotics valued at $473 million during operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
U.S. Economy Grows at 3.3% Pace in Q2, Easing Inflation Strengthens Outlook
The U.S. economy grew faster than previously estimated in the second quarter, expanding at a 3.3 percent annualized rate, the Commerce Department reported Thursday. The stronger reading points to resilient consumer and business spending despite the drag from high borrowing costs and trade frictions.
Trump’s Immigration Policies Reshape Labor Market as 1.2 Million Fewer Immigrants in Workforce
As Americans celebrate Labor Day, new data shows that President Donald Trump's tough stance on immigration is reshaping the nation's workforce, with nearly 1.2 million fewer immigrant workers in the U.S. since the start of his second term.
Christian News
Iran Arrests 53 Christians On Espionage Charges; Rights Groups Call It Persecution
Iran has detained dozens of Christians on charges of espionage and “anti-security activities” for Israel, drawing condemnation from rights groups who call the move part of a broader crackdown on the country’s tiny Christian minority.
Worthy Insights
Hundreds Choose Christ in Mallorca Party Zone: ‘There Is Such a Tangible Presence of God’
The island of Mallorca, Spain, is often seen as an international party destination. For two weeks this summer, however, hundreds of Christians there shared the love of Jesus through boardwalk prayers, beach services, and ocean baptisms.
Around the World
Israeli Airstrike in Yemen Kills Houthi Prime Minister, Senior Officials
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Saturday that it killed Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi and several members of his Cabinet in a precision airstrike on the Yemeni capital of Sanaa, marking the most significant blow yet to the Iran-backed rebel leadership.
Ukraine Plans New Strikes Inside Russia Amid Rising Civilian Deaths (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine says it plans new strikes deep into Russia after relentless drone and missile attacks killed and injured dozens of civilians in Kyiv and other regions over the past week. The announcement came Sunday as Ukrainians mourned their dead.
Jakarta Under Military-Style Emergency; Christians Urge Prayers
Christians in Indonesia told Worthy News that the capital Jakarta has effectively been placed under military-style emergency conditions after protests over corruption and lavish perks for lawmakers killed at least four people.
Ukrainian Politician Shot Dead After Massive Russian Attacks, Prompting Mourning (Worthy News Radio)
Authorities say a Ukrainian politician who previously served as the parliament speaker has been shot dead in the western city of Lviv. Saturday’s killing came on the day that officials said Moscow launched more than 500 drones and 45 missiles against 14 regions, killing at least one person and wounding some 24 others, including children.
Indonesian Christians Praying Amid Deadly Protests Killing 4
Christians in Indonesia urged prayers Saturday after at least four people died in violent protests sparked by outrage over privileges given to the country’s political elite and massive taxes, budget cuts, and the growing influence of the army.
Deadly Russian Strikes Devastate Kyiv, Kill at Least 23 (Worthy News Radio)
The death toll from Russian rocket and drone strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv continues to rise. Authorities said Friday that at least 23 people, including children, were killed overnight in the deadliest assault on the city in months.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Proposal Emerges for Post-War Gaza Under Trump Administration
A sweeping postwar strategy for Gaza, circulating within the Trump administration, envisions the United States taking administrative control of the territory for a decade under an American trusteeship, while transforming the war-torn enclave into a hub of luxury tourism and advanced technology, according to a Washington Post report.
Israel Weighs Annexation of Judea and Samaria as Western Nations Push to Recognize Palestinian State
Israel's Diplomatic-Security Cabinet was set to meet Sunday evening to review war plans in Gaza, but the more pressing question before ministers is how to respond to growing international moves to recognize a Palestinian state.
Inside the United States
U.S. Appeals Court Rules Most Trump Tariffs Illegal, Case Heads Toward Supreme Court Showdown
A federal appeals court has struck down most of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, ruling that he exceeded his authority under emergency powers law, but allowed the duties to remain in place temporarily while the administration seeks review by the Supreme Court.
Trump Announces Executive Order on Voter ID, Mail-In Ballots, and Paper Voting
President Donald Trump said Saturday he intends to sign an executive order mandating strict voter ID requirements, limiting mail-in ballots, and ending the use of electronic voting machines in federal elections.
Christian News
Northern Ireland Christians Plan New March For Jesus After Thousands Join Belfast Rally
Christians in Northern Ireland, once known for violence and religious divisions, are planning a new March for Jesus after thousands attended the event over the weekend.
Israeli Airstrike in Yemen Kills Houthi Prime Minister, Senior Officials
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Saturday that it killed Houthi Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi and several members of his Cabinet in a precision airstrike on the Yemeni capital of Sanaa, marking the most significant blow yet to the Iran-backed rebel leadership.
Ukraine Plans New Strikes Inside Russia Amid Rising Civilian Deaths (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine says it plans new strikes deep into Russia after relentless drone and missile attacks killed and injured dozens of civilians in Kyiv and other regions over the past week. The announcement came Sunday as Ukrainians mourned their dead.
Jakarta Under Military-Style Emergency; Christians Urge Prayers
Christians in Indonesia told Worthy News that the capital Jakarta has effectively been placed under military-style emergency conditions after protests over corruption and lavish perks for lawmakers killed at least four people.
Ukrainian Politician Shot Dead After Massive Russian Attacks, Prompting Mourning (Worthy News Radio)
Authorities say a Ukrainian politician who previously served as the parliament speaker has been shot dead in the western city of Lviv. Saturday’s killing came on the day that officials said Moscow launched more than 500 drones and 45 missiles against 14 regions, killing at least one person and wounding some 24 others, including children.
Indonesian Christians Praying Amid Deadly Protests Killing 4
Christians in Indonesia urged prayers Saturday after at least four people died in violent protests sparked by outrage over privileges given to the country’s political elite and massive taxes, budget cuts, and the growing influence of the army.
Deadly Russian Strikes Devastate Kyiv, Kill at Least 23 (Worthy News Radio)
The death toll from Russian rocket and drone strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv continues to rise. Authorities said Friday that at least 23 people, including children, were killed overnight in the deadliest assault on the city in months.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Proposal Emerges for Post-War Gaza Under Trump Administration
A sweeping postwar strategy for Gaza, circulating within the Trump administration, envisions the United States taking administrative control of the territory for a decade under an American trusteeship, while transforming the war-torn enclave into a hub of luxury tourism and advanced technology, according to a Washington Post report.
Israel Weighs Annexation of Judea and Samaria as Western Nations Push to Recognize Palestinian State
Israel's Diplomatic-Security Cabinet was set to meet Sunday evening to review war plans in Gaza, but the more pressing question before ministers is how to respond to growing international moves to recognize a Palestinian state.
Inside the United States
U.S. Appeals Court Rules Most Trump Tariffs Illegal, Case Heads Toward Supreme Court Showdown
A federal appeals court has struck down most of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, ruling that he exceeded his authority under emergency powers law, but allowed the duties to remain in place temporarily while the administration seeks review by the Supreme Court.
Trump Announces Executive Order on Voter ID, Mail-In Ballots, and Paper Voting
President Donald Trump said Saturday he intends to sign an executive order mandating strict voter ID requirements, limiting mail-in ballots, and ending the use of electronic voting machines in federal elections.
Christian News
Northern Ireland Christians Plan New March For Jesus After Thousands Join Belfast Rally
Christians in Northern Ireland, once known for violence and religious divisions, are planning a new March for Jesus after thousands attended the event over the weekend.