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Around the World
NATO Agrees To Spend 5% Of GDP On Defense
NATO military alliance leaders have agreed to invest 5 percent of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in defence by 2035, after Spain nearly torpedoed the deal by refusing to sign up to the pledge.
Iran Votes to End Nuclear Oversight, Chanting ‘Death to America, Death to Israel’ After IAEA Rebuke
Iran’s parliament voted unanimously on Wednesday to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), erupting into chants of “Death to America! Death to Israel!” as lawmakers blamed the West for recent attacks on its nuclear facilities. The vote, which passed with 221 members in favor, signals a dramatic escalation in Tehran’s response to U.S. and Israeli strikes and the IAEA’s recent censure.
Iran Executes Alleged Mossad Collaborators as Regime Cracks Down After Ceasefire
Iran executed three men on Wednesday accused of collaborating with Israel's Mossad intelligence agency, part of a sweeping crackdown following the Islamic Republic's military defeat in its 12-day war with Israel.
Arab Liberals and Journalists Celebrate U.S. Strike on Iran: “Trump Saved Humanity,” “God Bless America”
The U.S. strike on Iran's nuclear facilities on June 22, 2025, was met with widespread praise across the Arab world, particularly among liberal intellectuals and journalists who took to social media to thank President Donald Trump for what they described as a historic act that "saved humanity."
Iran May Still Have Nuclear Breakout Capacity Despite U.S.-Led Strikes, Experts Warn
Iran is suspected of hiding “hundreds if not thousands” of advanced centrifuges in secret locations across the country, raising renewed fears that Tehran retains the capacity to build a nuclear weapon despite U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on its known facilities, The Telegraph reported Monday.
Iran-Israel Ceasefire Holding; Trump Defends Strikes On Iran’s Nuclear Sites
As a ceasefire between Iran and Israel appeared to be holding Wednesday, U.S. President Donald J. Trump said it underscored the effectiveness of his policy of peace through strength.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Warns Of New Iran-Israel War; Comforts Tearful Reporter
U.S. President Donald J. Trump warned Wednesday that conflict between Israel and Iran could soon reignite while comforting a Ukrainian reporter who was close to tears when expressing concern about the war in her country.
Israel Declares Success in Iran Strike as IAEA Confirms Nuclear Program ‘Set Back by Years’
Israel's military and intelligence leadership are expressing confidence that Iran's nuclear program has been significantly disrupted following a series of U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on key nuclear sites, though officials caution that the full impact of the campaign is still being assessed.
Seven Israeli Soldiers Killed in Gaza Ambush as Conflict Grinds On
Seven Israeli soldiers were killed Tuesday when their armored combat engineering vehicle was struck by an explosive device in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis--marking one of the deadliest incidents for Israeli forces in months.
Inside the United States
Far-Left Upset: Socialist Mamdani Defeats Cuomo in NYC Primary, Alarming Centrists and Jewish Community
In a stunning rebuke of the Democratic Party's moderate establishment, Zohran Mamdani--a foreign-born democratic socialist and longtime anti-Israel activist--defeated former Governor Andrew Cuomo in New York City's mayoral primary Tuesday night.
Trump Pressures Congress as GOP Struggles to Finalize ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ by July 4
ith just days remaining before the self-imposed Independence Day deadline, Republican leaders in Congress are racing to finalize President Donald Trump's sweeping "One Big Beautiful Bill," a legislative package that consolidates tax, energy, immigration, and Medicaid reforms under the budget reconciliation process. Yet the bill remains in jeopardy amid internal GOP divisions.
Kennedy Unveils Massive Wearables Push as Cornerstone of ‘MAHA’ Health Agenda
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Tuesday the launch of the largest public health advertising campaign in the department’s history, aimed at urging every American to use wearable health-tracking devices as part of the administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) initiative.
ICE Arrests 11 Iranians Amid Growing Fears of Terror Sleeper Cells in U.S.
In a sweeping nationwide operation, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 11 Iranian nationals suspected of having terrorist affiliations or criminal histories while living illegally in the United States. One U.S. citizen was also taken into custody after allegedly threatening ICE agents and harboring a fugitive.
U.S. on High Alert After Trump’s Strike on Iran Sparks Sleeper Cell Threat
The United States is on high alert amid growing concerns over Iranian sleeper cells potentially operating within its borders. The threat emerged following President Donald Trump’s decisive military strike against key Iranian nuclear sites. Intelligence sources confirmed that shortly after the strike, the U.S. received a chilling warning from Tehran: if attacked, the regime could activate operatives already inside America to carry out acts of terror.
8 Dead In California’s Worst Boat Crash In Years; DoorDash Executive Among Victims
An executive of American global restaurant and grocery delivery service DoorDash was among eight family members and friends who died in the U.S. state of California's worst boating accident since 2019.
Christian News
Overflow Crowds Flock to Franklin Graham’s ‘God Loves You Tour’ in London Amid Global Uncertainty
More than 17,000 people flooded ExCeL London on Saturday night for the much-anticipated return of the God Loves You Tour, led by Rev. Franklin Graham, overwhelming the venue's maximum capacity and prompting security to turn thousands away.
Syria’s Top Christian Leader Condemns Government Over Church Bombing
Syria's top Christian leader has blamed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa's government for a deadly church blast on Sunday that killed dozens, while fellow persecuted Christians also expressed their sorrow.
NATO Agrees To Spend 5% Of GDP On Defense
NATO military alliance leaders have agreed to invest 5 percent of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in defence by 2035, after Spain nearly torpedoed the deal by refusing to sign up to the pledge.
Iran Votes to End Nuclear Oversight, Chanting ‘Death to America, Death to Israel’ After IAEA Rebuke
Iran’s parliament voted unanimously on Wednesday to suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), erupting into chants of “Death to America! Death to Israel!” as lawmakers blamed the West for recent attacks on its nuclear facilities. The vote, which passed with 221 members in favor, signals a dramatic escalation in Tehran’s response to U.S. and Israeli strikes and the IAEA’s recent censure.
Iran Executes Alleged Mossad Collaborators as Regime Cracks Down After Ceasefire
Iran executed three men on Wednesday accused of collaborating with Israel's Mossad intelligence agency, part of a sweeping crackdown following the Islamic Republic's military defeat in its 12-day war with Israel.
Arab Liberals and Journalists Celebrate U.S. Strike on Iran: “Trump Saved Humanity,” “God Bless America”
The U.S. strike on Iran's nuclear facilities on June 22, 2025, was met with widespread praise across the Arab world, particularly among liberal intellectuals and journalists who took to social media to thank President Donald Trump for what they described as a historic act that "saved humanity."
Iran May Still Have Nuclear Breakout Capacity Despite U.S.-Led Strikes, Experts Warn
Iran is suspected of hiding “hundreds if not thousands” of advanced centrifuges in secret locations across the country, raising renewed fears that Tehran retains the capacity to build a nuclear weapon despite U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on its known facilities, The Telegraph reported Monday.
Iran-Israel Ceasefire Holding; Trump Defends Strikes On Iran’s Nuclear Sites
As a ceasefire between Iran and Israel appeared to be holding Wednesday, U.S. President Donald J. Trump said it underscored the effectiveness of his policy of peace through strength.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Warns Of New Iran-Israel War; Comforts Tearful Reporter
U.S. President Donald J. Trump warned Wednesday that conflict between Israel and Iran could soon reignite while comforting a Ukrainian reporter who was close to tears when expressing concern about the war in her country.
Israel Declares Success in Iran Strike as IAEA Confirms Nuclear Program ‘Set Back by Years’
Israel's military and intelligence leadership are expressing confidence that Iran's nuclear program has been significantly disrupted following a series of U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on key nuclear sites, though officials caution that the full impact of the campaign is still being assessed.
Seven Israeli Soldiers Killed in Gaza Ambush as Conflict Grinds On
Seven Israeli soldiers were killed Tuesday when their armored combat engineering vehicle was struck by an explosive device in the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis--marking one of the deadliest incidents for Israeli forces in months.
Inside the United States
Far-Left Upset: Socialist Mamdani Defeats Cuomo in NYC Primary, Alarming Centrists and Jewish Community
In a stunning rebuke of the Democratic Party's moderate establishment, Zohran Mamdani--a foreign-born democratic socialist and longtime anti-Israel activist--defeated former Governor Andrew Cuomo in New York City's mayoral primary Tuesday night.
Trump Pressures Congress as GOP Struggles to Finalize ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ by July 4
ith just days remaining before the self-imposed Independence Day deadline, Republican leaders in Congress are racing to finalize President Donald Trump's sweeping "One Big Beautiful Bill," a legislative package that consolidates tax, energy, immigration, and Medicaid reforms under the budget reconciliation process. Yet the bill remains in jeopardy amid internal GOP divisions.
Kennedy Unveils Massive Wearables Push as Cornerstone of ‘MAHA’ Health Agenda
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Tuesday the launch of the largest public health advertising campaign in the department’s history, aimed at urging every American to use wearable health-tracking devices as part of the administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) initiative.
ICE Arrests 11 Iranians Amid Growing Fears of Terror Sleeper Cells in U.S.
In a sweeping nationwide operation, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 11 Iranian nationals suspected of having terrorist affiliations or criminal histories while living illegally in the United States. One U.S. citizen was also taken into custody after allegedly threatening ICE agents and harboring a fugitive.
U.S. on High Alert After Trump’s Strike on Iran Sparks Sleeper Cell Threat
The United States is on high alert amid growing concerns over Iranian sleeper cells potentially operating within its borders. The threat emerged following President Donald Trump’s decisive military strike against key Iranian nuclear sites. Intelligence sources confirmed that shortly after the strike, the U.S. received a chilling warning from Tehran: if attacked, the regime could activate operatives already inside America to carry out acts of terror.
8 Dead In California’s Worst Boat Crash In Years; DoorDash Executive Among Victims
An executive of American global restaurant and grocery delivery service DoorDash was among eight family members and friends who died in the U.S. state of California's worst boating accident since 2019.
Christian News
Overflow Crowds Flock to Franklin Graham’s ‘God Loves You Tour’ in London Amid Global Uncertainty
More than 17,000 people flooded ExCeL London on Saturday night for the much-anticipated return of the God Loves You Tour, led by Rev. Franklin Graham, overwhelming the venue's maximum capacity and prompting security to turn thousands away.
Syria’s Top Christian Leader Condemns Government Over Church Bombing
Syria's top Christian leader has blamed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa's government for a deadly church blast on Sunday that killed dozens, while fellow persecuted Christians also expressed their sorrow.
Around the World
French Arrests Over Syringe Attacks (Worthy News In-Depth)
French police have detained 12 people after 145 individuals, most of them women and girls, reported being pricked with syringes during a nationwide street music festival over the weekend, officials said.
Iran Vows to Resume Nuclear Program Despite War, as Israel Setbacks Tehran’s Atomic Ambitions
Iran announced Tuesday that it plans to press ahead with its nuclear program despite its recent military clash with Israel. Mohammad Eslami, head of the Islamic Republic's Atomic Energy Organization, told the state-run Mehr news agency that Tehran aims to avoid any disruption in its nuclear industry, though he did not clarify whether that included military activities.
NATO Summit Opens in The Hague Amid Historic Defense Pledge and Global Tensions
NATO leaders gathered in The Hague on Tuesday for a pivotal summit aimed at reshaping the alliance’s defense posture with a historic new spending pledge — even as divisions over the goal and mounting global crises threaten to overshadow the event.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Agrees to Ceasefire After Achieving Objectives in Operation Rising Lion
The Israeli government on Tuesday morning confirmed its agreement to a ceasefire with Iran, brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, following what officials called the successful conclusion of “Operation Rising Lion.” Israeli leaders declared that the military campaign had met and exceeded its goals, though fresh missile attacks from Iran threatened to undermine the fragile truce.
Trump ‘Unhappy’ With Israel and Iran After Tehran Strikes Israel, Killing 4
U.S. President Donald J. Trump was on his way to the NATO military alliance summit in the Netherlands after saying he was “really unhappy” with Iran and Israel after at least four people were killed and over 20 injured in an Iranian missile strike in southern Israel.
Iran Fires Missiles At Israel Killing 4 Despite Announced Ceasefire
At least four people were killed when an Iranian missile struck a residential building in the southern city of Beersheva early Tuesday, just hours after an announced ceasefire, emergency medical services said.
Inside the United States
Operation Dragon Eye: 60 Critically Missing Children Rescued in Historic U.S. Marshals Operation
In what officials have hailed as the most successful child recovery operation in U.S. history, 60 critically missing children were rescued in Florida’s Tampa Bay area as part of "Operation Dragon Eye." The operation, led by the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) for the Central District of Florida, was announced at a press conference on June 23 by Florida State Attorney James Uthmeier and U.S. Marshal William Berger.
ICE Shatters Arrest, Detention Records as Trump Pushes Largest Mass Deportation Effort in U.S. History
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is arresting nearly 1,200 illegal immigrants per day and detaining over 56,000, setting new records as the agency intensifies efforts to fulfill President Donald Trump's promise of mass deportations. Daily deportations have topped 1,100 as ICE scrambles to move migrants out of the country as fast as they are apprehended.
Three Years After Dobbs, Pro-Life Movement Faces New Battles Amid Rising Abortion Numbers
As America marks the third anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision — a historic Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade and restored the people’s right to protect life through their elected officials — pro-life advocates are celebrating a legal victory while confronting sobering realities: abortions are on the rise, and the battle to defend the unborn is far from over.
Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Resume Third-Country Deportations
The Supreme Court on Monday granted a major victory to President Donald Trump, allowing his administration to resume deporting illegal immigrants to so-called third countries--nations where the deportees have no prior connection. The court's unsigned order temporarily lifted a lower court injunction that had blocked the removals.
Christian News
Christian Girl Abducted In Pakistan
The family of a young Christian teenager was still searching for their daughter Tuesday after she was abducted by a Muslim man in Pakistan’s Punjab province earlier this month, Christians told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
‘God Cannot Be Mocked’: Street Preacher Stands Firm After Confrontation With British Police
Mon B, a singer and street preacher in the U.K., is standing firm for her faith after an officer with the British Transport Police attempted to shut her down, telling her sharing the Gospel was “all wrong.”
French Arrests Over Syringe Attacks (Worthy News In-Depth)
French police have detained 12 people after 145 individuals, most of them women and girls, reported being pricked with syringes during a nationwide street music festival over the weekend, officials said.
Iran Vows to Resume Nuclear Program Despite War, as Israel Setbacks Tehran’s Atomic Ambitions
Iran announced Tuesday that it plans to press ahead with its nuclear program despite its recent military clash with Israel. Mohammad Eslami, head of the Islamic Republic's Atomic Energy Organization, told the state-run Mehr news agency that Tehran aims to avoid any disruption in its nuclear industry, though he did not clarify whether that included military activities.
NATO Summit Opens in The Hague Amid Historic Defense Pledge and Global Tensions
NATO leaders gathered in The Hague on Tuesday for a pivotal summit aimed at reshaping the alliance’s defense posture with a historic new spending pledge — even as divisions over the goal and mounting global crises threaten to overshadow the event.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Agrees to Ceasefire After Achieving Objectives in Operation Rising Lion
The Israeli government on Tuesday morning confirmed its agreement to a ceasefire with Iran, brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, following what officials called the successful conclusion of “Operation Rising Lion.” Israeli leaders declared that the military campaign had met and exceeded its goals, though fresh missile attacks from Iran threatened to undermine the fragile truce.
Trump ‘Unhappy’ With Israel and Iran After Tehran Strikes Israel, Killing 4
U.S. President Donald J. Trump was on his way to the NATO military alliance summit in the Netherlands after saying he was “really unhappy” with Iran and Israel after at least four people were killed and over 20 injured in an Iranian missile strike in southern Israel.
Iran Fires Missiles At Israel Killing 4 Despite Announced Ceasefire
At least four people were killed when an Iranian missile struck a residential building in the southern city of Beersheva early Tuesday, just hours after an announced ceasefire, emergency medical services said.
Inside the United States
Operation Dragon Eye: 60 Critically Missing Children Rescued in Historic U.S. Marshals Operation
In what officials have hailed as the most successful child recovery operation in U.S. history, 60 critically missing children were rescued in Florida’s Tampa Bay area as part of "Operation Dragon Eye." The operation, led by the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) for the Central District of Florida, was announced at a press conference on June 23 by Florida State Attorney James Uthmeier and U.S. Marshal William Berger.
ICE Shatters Arrest, Detention Records as Trump Pushes Largest Mass Deportation Effort in U.S. History
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is arresting nearly 1,200 illegal immigrants per day and detaining over 56,000, setting new records as the agency intensifies efforts to fulfill President Donald Trump's promise of mass deportations. Daily deportations have topped 1,100 as ICE scrambles to move migrants out of the country as fast as they are apprehended.
Three Years After Dobbs, Pro-Life Movement Faces New Battles Amid Rising Abortion Numbers
As America marks the third anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision — a historic Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade and restored the people’s right to protect life through their elected officials — pro-life advocates are celebrating a legal victory while confronting sobering realities: abortions are on the rise, and the battle to defend the unborn is far from over.
Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Resume Third-Country Deportations
The Supreme Court on Monday granted a major victory to President Donald Trump, allowing his administration to resume deporting illegal immigrants to so-called third countries--nations where the deportees have no prior connection. The court's unsigned order temporarily lifted a lower court injunction that had blocked the removals.
Christian News
Christian Girl Abducted In Pakistan
The family of a young Christian teenager was still searching for their daughter Tuesday after she was abducted by a Muslim man in Pakistan’s Punjab province earlier this month, Christians told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
‘God Cannot Be Mocked’: Street Preacher Stands Firm After Confrontation With British Police
Mon B, a singer and street preacher in the U.K., is standing firm for her faith after an officer with the British Transport Police attempted to shut her down, telling her sharing the Gospel was “all wrong.”
Around the World
Trump Announces Israel-Iran Ceasefire, Declares End to ’12-Day War’
U.S. President Donald Trump announced late Monday that Israel and Iran have agreed to a complete and total ceasefire, bringing what he dubbed "The 12-Day War" to an end. The announcement followed days of intense fighting that saw Israeli strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, Iranian missile barrages on Israeli cities, and U.S. military intervention.
Iran Fires Missiles At US Bases In Middle East (Video)
Air defense systems were activated across the Middle East after Iran said it had launched missiles at U.S. bases ,including in Qatar, as videos filmed by residents in Qatar showed flashes and explosions.
Iran Launches Missile Strikes on U.S. Bases in Qatar and Iraq Following American Bombing of Nuclear Sites
Iran launched a barrage of missiles Monday targeting U.S. military installations in Qatar and Iraq, marking its first direct military retaliation after President Donald Trump ordered strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend.
Iranian Retaliation Expected Within Days as U.S. Forces Brace for Potential Strikes
The United States is bracing for potential Iranian retaliation against American forces in the Middle East, which could come as early as Tuesday, according to senior U.S. officials cited by Reuters. This follows U.S. and Israeli strikes over the weekend that targeted and reportedly destroyed key Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan during Operation Midnight Hammer.
Trump Sounds Alarm Over Medvedev’s Nuclear Threats After U.S. Strikes on Iran
President Donald Trump on Monday issued a stark warning on Truth Social after former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev appeared to threaten that other nations could arm Iran with nuclear warheads in response to U.S. airstrikes.
Iran Seeks Russian Support as Trump’s Strikes Devastate Nuclear Sites
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dispatched his foreign minister to Moscow on Monday in a bid to secure stronger support from Russian President Vladimir Putin, following devastating U.S. airstrikes that targeted Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend.
Russia’s Missiles, Drones Kill Numerous In Kyiv (Worthy News Radio)
Officials say Russian drones and missiles have killed at least five civilians in nighttime attacks on Ukraine, including in the capital Kyiv, while injuring at least 20 people. The impact of Monday's air raids reverberated while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Britain to discuss issues such as improving Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
U.N. Security Council Divided as Russia, China Push Ceasefire Resolution After U.S. Strikes on Iran
The United Nations Security Council convened an emergency session on Sunday to address the fallout from U.S. airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, as Russia, China, and Pakistan proposed a resolution calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire across the Middle East. The draft resolution, which also condemns attacks on Iran's nuclear sites, stops short of naming the United States or Israel but is expected to face strong opposition from Washington.
Russia Frees Jailed RFE/RL Journalist
Ukrainian Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) journalist Vladyslav Yesypenko has been freed after four years in Russian custody “in occupied Crimea,” the U.S.-backed network said.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Obliterates Iran’s Notorious ‘Doomsday Clock’ in Tehran Strikes
In a powerful message to Iran's leadership, Israel announced Monday that it had successfully destroyed the so-called "Israel doomsday clock" during a wave of precision strikes deep inside Tehran. The clock, a provocative symbol of Iran's long-standing calls for Israel's destruction, was targeted alongside key regime and security sites as part of Israel's intensifying military campaign.
Inside the United States
FDA Halts New Clinical Trials Sending Americans’ DNA to China, Citing Security and Ethics Concerns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced last Thursday it has suspended authorization for all new clinical trials involving the transfer of Americans’ living cells or genetic material to China and other adversarial nations for genetic engineering, following mounting evidence of serious ethical and security breaches.
Trump Administration Moves to Block Gender Ideology in California’s Federally Funded Sex Ed Program
The Trump administration has issued a firm ultimatum to California: strip all references to gender ideology from its federally funded sex education program for at-risk youth or risk losing millions in federal funding. The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) delivered the notice on Friday, giving the state 60 days to comply.
Texas Governor Signs Ten Commandments Bill Into Law Amid National Debate
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law Saturday a bill mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom across the state, a move that has sparked national debate over religious freedom and constitutional boundaries.
Christian News
Cuban Christian Dissident Faces 10-Year Prison Sentence Over Facebook Posts Criticizing Regime
The communist regime in Cuba is reportedly seeking a ten-year prison sentence for Alexander Verdecia, a 51-year-old Christian dissident and member of the Patriotic Union of Cuba (UNPACU), over Facebook posts critical of the government, according to Martí Noticias. Verdecia, who has long denounced poverty and repression in his hometown of Río Cauto, was arrested in February and charged with “propaganda against the constitutional order.”
US: Gunman Killed After Church Shooting In Michigan; 1 Injured
A mentally troubled white man opened fire outside a church filled with worshippers in the U.S. state of Michigan before being struck by a vehicle and then fatally shot by security staff, local police said Sunday.
Worthy Insights
‘Not Our War’: Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq Stay on the Sidelines
The war between Iran and Israel is now in its second week, with no clear signs of an off-ramp—despite the United States bombing several key Iranian nuclear sites and President Donald Trump declaring that “now is the time for peace.” As the war continues, many of Iran’s proxies in the region have been notably quiet, including multiple Iran-backed militias in Iraq that have declared their neutrality. Immediately after the initial Israeli airstrikes, Iraqi Shiite leader Muqtada al-Sadr posted a statement on X calling on Iraqis “not to be drawn into this war, as it is not their war, and Iraq does not need more wars.”
Trump Announces Israel-Iran Ceasefire, Declares End to ’12-Day War’
U.S. President Donald Trump announced late Monday that Israel and Iran have agreed to a complete and total ceasefire, bringing what he dubbed "The 12-Day War" to an end. The announcement followed days of intense fighting that saw Israeli strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, Iranian missile barrages on Israeli cities, and U.S. military intervention.
Iran Fires Missiles At US Bases In Middle East (Video)
Air defense systems were activated across the Middle East after Iran said it had launched missiles at U.S. bases ,including in Qatar, as videos filmed by residents in Qatar showed flashes and explosions.
Iran Launches Missile Strikes on U.S. Bases in Qatar and Iraq Following American Bombing of Nuclear Sites
Iran launched a barrage of missiles Monday targeting U.S. military installations in Qatar and Iraq, marking its first direct military retaliation after President Donald Trump ordered strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend.
Iranian Retaliation Expected Within Days as U.S. Forces Brace for Potential Strikes
The United States is bracing for potential Iranian retaliation against American forces in the Middle East, which could come as early as Tuesday, according to senior U.S. officials cited by Reuters. This follows U.S. and Israeli strikes over the weekend that targeted and reportedly destroyed key Iranian nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan during Operation Midnight Hammer.
Trump Sounds Alarm Over Medvedev’s Nuclear Threats After U.S. Strikes on Iran
President Donald Trump on Monday issued a stark warning on Truth Social after former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev appeared to threaten that other nations could arm Iran with nuclear warheads in response to U.S. airstrikes.
Iran Seeks Russian Support as Trump’s Strikes Devastate Nuclear Sites
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dispatched his foreign minister to Moscow on Monday in a bid to secure stronger support from Russian President Vladimir Putin, following devastating U.S. airstrikes that targeted Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend.
Russia’s Missiles, Drones Kill Numerous In Kyiv (Worthy News Radio)
Officials say Russian drones and missiles have killed at least five civilians in nighttime attacks on Ukraine, including in the capital Kyiv, while injuring at least 20 people. The impact of Monday's air raids reverberated while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Britain to discuss issues such as improving Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
U.N. Security Council Divided as Russia, China Push Ceasefire Resolution After U.S. Strikes on Iran
The United Nations Security Council convened an emergency session on Sunday to address the fallout from U.S. airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, as Russia, China, and Pakistan proposed a resolution calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire across the Middle East. The draft resolution, which also condemns attacks on Iran's nuclear sites, stops short of naming the United States or Israel but is expected to face strong opposition from Washington.
Russia Frees Jailed RFE/RL Journalist
Ukrainian Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) journalist Vladyslav Yesypenko has been freed after four years in Russian custody “in occupied Crimea,” the U.S.-backed network said.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Obliterates Iran’s Notorious ‘Doomsday Clock’ in Tehran Strikes
In a powerful message to Iran's leadership, Israel announced Monday that it had successfully destroyed the so-called "Israel doomsday clock" during a wave of precision strikes deep inside Tehran. The clock, a provocative symbol of Iran's long-standing calls for Israel's destruction, was targeted alongside key regime and security sites as part of Israel's intensifying military campaign.
Inside the United States
FDA Halts New Clinical Trials Sending Americans’ DNA to China, Citing Security and Ethics Concerns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced last Thursday it has suspended authorization for all new clinical trials involving the transfer of Americans’ living cells or genetic material to China and other adversarial nations for genetic engineering, following mounting evidence of serious ethical and security breaches.
Trump Administration Moves to Block Gender Ideology in California’s Federally Funded Sex Ed Program
The Trump administration has issued a firm ultimatum to California: strip all references to gender ideology from its federally funded sex education program for at-risk youth or risk losing millions in federal funding. The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) delivered the notice on Friday, giving the state 60 days to comply.
Texas Governor Signs Ten Commandments Bill Into Law Amid National Debate
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law Saturday a bill mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom across the state, a move that has sparked national debate over religious freedom and constitutional boundaries.
Christian News
Cuban Christian Dissident Faces 10-Year Prison Sentence Over Facebook Posts Criticizing Regime
The communist regime in Cuba is reportedly seeking a ten-year prison sentence for Alexander Verdecia, a 51-year-old Christian dissident and member of the Patriotic Union of Cuba (UNPACU), over Facebook posts critical of the government, according to Martí Noticias. Verdecia, who has long denounced poverty and repression in his hometown of Río Cauto, was arrested in February and charged with “propaganda against the constitutional order.”
US: Gunman Killed After Church Shooting In Michigan; 1 Injured
A mentally troubled white man opened fire outside a church filled with worshippers in the U.S. state of Michigan before being struck by a vehicle and then fatally shot by security staff, local police said Sunday.
Worthy Insights
‘Not Our War’: Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq Stay on the Sidelines
The war between Iran and Israel is now in its second week, with no clear signs of an off-ramp—despite the United States bombing several key Iranian nuclear sites and President Donald Trump declaring that “now is the time for peace.” As the war continues, many of Iran’s proxies in the region have been notably quiet, including multiple Iran-backed militias in Iraq that have declared their neutrality. Immediately after the initial Israeli airstrikes, Iraqi Shiite leader Muqtada al-Sadr posted a statement on X calling on Iraqis “not to be drawn into this war, as it is not their war, and Iraq does not need more wars.”