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Around the World
U.S., Iran Set for Third Round of Nuclear Talks as Military Buildup Intensifies
Nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran are scheduled for Thursday in Geneva, marking the third round of indirect talks this month as tensions continue to mount across the Middle East.
Greenland And Denmark Reject Trump’s Hospital Ship Offer
Greenland and Denmark have publicly rejected U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s suggestion that an American naval hospital ship be sent to the Arctic island, saying their universal healthcare system already provides free treatment to all citizens.
Hungarian Opposition Slams War Execution Video As Orbán Campaign Escalates
A campaign video distributed by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s ruling Fidesz party, showing a little girl weeping at a window and intercut with scenes of her father being executed in war, has sparked outrage among opposition leaders, including Budapest’s mayor.
Crowds March To Russian Embassy In Budapest As Ukraine War Nears Fourth Year
Crowds marched to the Russian Embassy in Budapest on Sunday to mark nearly four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a war that is believed to have caused nearly 2 million military casualties.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
USS Gerald R. Ford Arrives in Israel as U.S. Military Buildup Intensifies Amid Iran Tensions
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, arrived off Israel’s coast on Monday, marking a significant escalation in U.S. military deployments to the region as Washington and Jerusalem prepare for the possibility of renewed conflict with Iran.
Inside the United States
Trump Moves to Expand National Security Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
The Trump administration is preparing a new wave of national security tariffs after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down many of President Donald Trump’s second-term levies, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Fifth Circuit Clears Way for Louisiana to Display Ten Commandments in Classrooms
A federal appeals court has ruled that Louisiana may begin enforcing its law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms, marking a significant victory for supporters of religious liberty and America’s historic foundations.
Nor’easter Fury Paralyzes East Coast: 10,000+ Flights Grounded as Blizzard Conditions Trigger Widespread Emergencies
More than 10,000 flights were canceled nationwide between Feb. 22 and Feb. 24 as a powerful nor’easter slammed the East Coast with heavy snow, damaging winds, and coastal flooding, paralyzing travel and prompting emergency declarations across multiple states.
Trump, Democrats To Make Their Case At State Of The Union
President Donald Trump is set to deliver his second State of the Union Address of his second term Tuesday evening, when he is expected to highlight his accomplishments during his first year back in office and spotlight goals for the coming year.
Christian News
Ugandan Christian Convert ‘Killed By Muslim Father’ In Alleged Faith-Related Attack
A 33-year-old man in eastern Uganda was allegedly killed by his Muslim father after converting to Christianity, local sources said, in what church leaders describe as part of a broader pattern of faith-related violence in the African nation.
Iranian Christians Face Surge In Arrests As Crackdown Deepens
Christian advocacy groups have expressed alarm over what they describe as a sharp rise in arrests and mistreatment of Christians in Iran, particularly converts, accusing the Islamic Republic of increasingly using national security laws to suppress religious dissent.
U.S., Iran Set for Third Round of Nuclear Talks as Military Buildup Intensifies
Nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran are scheduled for Thursday in Geneva, marking the third round of indirect talks this month as tensions continue to mount across the Middle East.
Greenland And Denmark Reject Trump’s Hospital Ship Offer
Greenland and Denmark have publicly rejected U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s suggestion that an American naval hospital ship be sent to the Arctic island, saying their universal healthcare system already provides free treatment to all citizens.
Hungarian Opposition Slams War Execution Video As Orbán Campaign Escalates
A campaign video distributed by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s ruling Fidesz party, showing a little girl weeping at a window and intercut with scenes of her father being executed in war, has sparked outrage among opposition leaders, including Budapest’s mayor.
Crowds March To Russian Embassy In Budapest As Ukraine War Nears Fourth Year
Crowds marched to the Russian Embassy in Budapest on Sunday to mark nearly four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a war that is believed to have caused nearly 2 million military casualties.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
USS Gerald R. Ford Arrives in Israel as U.S. Military Buildup Intensifies Amid Iran Tensions
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, arrived off Israel’s coast on Monday, marking a significant escalation in U.S. military deployments to the region as Washington and Jerusalem prepare for the possibility of renewed conflict with Iran.
Inside the United States
Trump Moves to Expand National Security Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
The Trump administration is preparing a new wave of national security tariffs after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down many of President Donald Trump’s second-term levies, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Fifth Circuit Clears Way for Louisiana to Display Ten Commandments in Classrooms
A federal appeals court has ruled that Louisiana may begin enforcing its law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms, marking a significant victory for supporters of religious liberty and America’s historic foundations.
Nor’easter Fury Paralyzes East Coast: 10,000+ Flights Grounded as Blizzard Conditions Trigger Widespread Emergencies
More than 10,000 flights were canceled nationwide between Feb. 22 and Feb. 24 as a powerful nor’easter slammed the East Coast with heavy snow, damaging winds, and coastal flooding, paralyzing travel and prompting emergency declarations across multiple states.
Trump, Democrats To Make Their Case At State Of The Union
President Donald Trump is set to deliver his second State of the Union Address of his second term Tuesday evening, when he is expected to highlight his accomplishments during his first year back in office and spotlight goals for the coming year.
Christian News
Ugandan Christian Convert ‘Killed By Muslim Father’ In Alleged Faith-Related Attack
A 33-year-old man in eastern Uganda was allegedly killed by his Muslim father after converting to Christianity, local sources said, in what church leaders describe as part of a broader pattern of faith-related violence in the African nation.
Iranian Christians Face Surge In Arrests As Crackdown Deepens
Christian advocacy groups have expressed alarm over what they describe as a sharp rise in arrests and mistreatment of Christians in Iran, particularly converts, accusing the Islamic Republic of increasingly using national security laws to suppress religious dissent.
Around the World
Mexican Drug Lord Killed in Mexican Military Operation
Major Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as “El Mencho,” was killed Sunday during a military operation in Jalisco state, Mexico’s Defense Department announced, delivering one of the most significant blows to organized crime in recent years.
Iran Campus Protests Resurface as Nuclear Talks Continue Under U.S. Military Pressure
Anti-government protests have erupted at multiple Iranian universities, marking the largest campus demonstrations since January’s deadly nationwide crackdown, as nuclear negotiations with the United States proceed under the shadow of possible military action.
Hungary, Slovakia Threaten Ukraine Power Cuts As Budapest Moves To Block 90-Billion-Euro EU Loan
Hungary and Slovakia threaten to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine unless it resumes Russian oil shipments by Monday, as the Hungarian government moves to block a planned 90-billion-euro ($106-billion) European Union loan to the war-torn country in an escalating energy standoff.
European Spy Chiefs Doubt 2026 Ukraine Peace Deal Despite Trump Optimism
Senior European intelligence officials see little chance of ending Russia’s war in Ukraine this year, despite President Donald J. Trump’s claim that U.S.-brokered negotiations have brought a peace deal “reasonably close.”
British Police Detain Ex-Prince Andrew Over Epstein Ties And Raid Royal Properties
British police raided two properties linked to former Prince Andrew on Thursday and detained the 66-year-old royal on suspicion of misconduct in public office, escalating scrutiny over his past association with the late U.S. financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Iran Pressures Hezbollah as Israel Warns of Severe Retaliation
Iran is increasing pressure on Hezbollah to join any future war with Israel, even as Tehran appears reluctant to enter direct conflict for now.
Netanyahu: AI Server Farms a ‘Major Breakthrough’ for Israel’s Strategic Power
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Israel’s decision to accelerate the construction of artificial intelligence server farms represents a “major breakthrough” and a strategic step toward strengthening the nation’s global standing.
Inside the United States
Day After Supreme Court Ruling, Trump Says He Will Raise Tariffs To 15%
President Donald Trump on Saturday said he would raise global tariffs to 15%. The announcement on social media comes a day after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down his use of a 1977 law to impose tariffs on imports from around the world.
Republicans, Split Over SCOTUS Tariff Ruling, Seek Way Forward
Republicans in Congress are sharply divided over whether to continue President Donald Trump’s tariff policies after the U.S. Supreme Court struck them down Friday.
Armed Man Shot Dead After Breaching Security At President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Residence
A man carrying a shotgun and a gas can was shot and killed early Sunday after breaching the inner security perimeter of U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, authorities said.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Bulk of Trump’s Tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday said a 1977 law doesn't give the president broad authority to issue tariffs, dealing a significant setback to President Donald Trump's economic agenda.
Christian News
Iranian Christian Convert Faces US Deportation, Risking Execution In Iran (Worthy News In-Depth)
A woman adopted as a toddler by an American war veteran from an Iranian orphanage in the 1970s is facing possible deportation from the United States to Iran, where she could face execution for converting from Islam to Christianity, sources confirmed Sunday.
Minor Christian Girl Abducted In Pakistan After Child Marriage Ban Signed Into Law (Worthy News Investigation)
Christians in Pakistan’s Punjab province were searching Thursday for an abducted minor girl, days after the provincial governor signed legislation raising the legal marriage age to 18 and criminalizing child marriage as a non-bailable offense.
Worthy Insights
Trump to Release US Intel on Aliens – Is It Part of the ‘Great Deception’ Described in Revelation?
Widespread interest in aliens, extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena, and flying objects – even among many Bible-believing Christians – has reached the White House, where, overnight, President Donald Trump pledged full disclosure of government intelligence on these matters.
Mexican Drug Lord Killed in Mexican Military Operation
Major Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as “El Mencho,” was killed Sunday during a military operation in Jalisco state, Mexico’s Defense Department announced, delivering one of the most significant blows to organized crime in recent years.
Iran Campus Protests Resurface as Nuclear Talks Continue Under U.S. Military Pressure
Anti-government protests have erupted at multiple Iranian universities, marking the largest campus demonstrations since January’s deadly nationwide crackdown, as nuclear negotiations with the United States proceed under the shadow of possible military action.
Hungary, Slovakia Threaten Ukraine Power Cuts As Budapest Moves To Block 90-Billion-Euro EU Loan
Hungary and Slovakia threaten to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine unless it resumes Russian oil shipments by Monday, as the Hungarian government moves to block a planned 90-billion-euro ($106-billion) European Union loan to the war-torn country in an escalating energy standoff.
European Spy Chiefs Doubt 2026 Ukraine Peace Deal Despite Trump Optimism
Senior European intelligence officials see little chance of ending Russia’s war in Ukraine this year, despite President Donald J. Trump’s claim that U.S.-brokered negotiations have brought a peace deal “reasonably close.”
British Police Detain Ex-Prince Andrew Over Epstein Ties And Raid Royal Properties
British police raided two properties linked to former Prince Andrew on Thursday and detained the 66-year-old royal on suspicion of misconduct in public office, escalating scrutiny over his past association with the late U.S. financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Iran Pressures Hezbollah as Israel Warns of Severe Retaliation
Iran is increasing pressure on Hezbollah to join any future war with Israel, even as Tehran appears reluctant to enter direct conflict for now.
Netanyahu: AI Server Farms a ‘Major Breakthrough’ for Israel’s Strategic Power
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Israel’s decision to accelerate the construction of artificial intelligence server farms represents a “major breakthrough” and a strategic step toward strengthening the nation’s global standing.
Inside the United States
Day After Supreme Court Ruling, Trump Says He Will Raise Tariffs To 15%
President Donald Trump on Saturday said he would raise global tariffs to 15%. The announcement on social media comes a day after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down his use of a 1977 law to impose tariffs on imports from around the world.
Republicans, Split Over SCOTUS Tariff Ruling, Seek Way Forward
Republicans in Congress are sharply divided over whether to continue President Donald Trump’s tariff policies after the U.S. Supreme Court struck them down Friday.
Armed Man Shot Dead After Breaching Security At President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Residence
A man carrying a shotgun and a gas can was shot and killed early Sunday after breaching the inner security perimeter of U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, authorities said.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Bulk of Trump’s Tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday said a 1977 law doesn't give the president broad authority to issue tariffs, dealing a significant setback to President Donald Trump's economic agenda.
Christian News
Iranian Christian Convert Faces US Deportation, Risking Execution In Iran (Worthy News In-Depth)
A woman adopted as a toddler by an American war veteran from an Iranian orphanage in the 1970s is facing possible deportation from the United States to Iran, where she could face execution for converting from Islam to Christianity, sources confirmed Sunday.
Minor Christian Girl Abducted In Pakistan After Child Marriage Ban Signed Into Law (Worthy News Investigation)
Christians in Pakistan’s Punjab province were searching Thursday for an abducted minor girl, days after the provincial governor signed legislation raising the legal marriage age to 18 and criminalizing child marriage as a non-bailable offense.
Worthy Insights
Trump to Release US Intel on Aliens – Is It Part of the ‘Great Deception’ Described in Revelation?
Widespread interest in aliens, extraterrestrial life, unidentified aerial phenomena, and flying objects – even among many Bible-believing Christians – has reached the White House, where, overnight, President Donald Trump pledged full disclosure of government intelligence on these matters.
Around the World
U.K. Blocks U.S. Use of Key Bases for Potential Strikes on Iran
The United Kingdom will not allow the Pentagon to use British-controlled bases to launch potential military strikes against Iran, according to a report by The Times of London.
Trump Weighs Limited Strike on Iran as Nuclear Deadline Looms
President Donald Trump is weighing an initial, limited military strike on Iran aimed at forcing Tehran to meet U.S. demands for a comprehensive nuclear agreement, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Iran Closes Airspace Ahead of Planned Missile Launches as U.S. Imposes New Sanctions
Iran has issued a formal aviation warning ahead of what it described as “extensive missile launches,” closing broad sections of its southern airspace on Thursday amid mounting regional tensions.
U.S. Amasses Largest Middle East Air Buildup Since 2003 Iraq War as Trump Weighs Iran Options
The United States is assembling its most significant concentration of air power in the Middle East since the 2003 Iraq War, positioning advanced fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and support assets amid rising tensions with Iran.
US Averted Mass ISIS Escape From Syrian Prisons, Officials Say (Worthy News Investigation)
The United States military has helped avert a potentially catastrophic mass escape of thousands of Islamic State (ISIS) militants from detention facilities in northeastern Syria as instability deepened in the region, officials said.
Peru Ousts Interim President José Jerí Amid Corruption Scandal
Peru faced political upheaval Wednesday as lawmakers moved to install a new head of state after Congress voted to remove interim President José Jerí from office amid mounting scandals.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Launches ‘Board of Peace’ as $17 Billion Pledged for Gaza, Decision on Iran Looms
President Donald Trump on Thursday unveiled what he called a historic new diplomatic framework — the “Board of Peace” — during an inaugural meeting at the U.S. Institute of Peace, announcing billions in pledges for Gaza reconstruction and signaling that a major decision on Iran could come within days.
Inside the United States
U.S. Trade Deficit Remains Near Record High as Imports Surge Despite Tariffs
The U.S. trade deficit edged slightly lower in 2025 but remained the third-largest on record, underscoring the scale of America’s global trade imbalance even amid sweeping tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
FBI Director Says Bureau Uncovered ‘Significant’ Antifa Funding Streams
FBI Director Kash Patel said Wednesday that federal investigators have identified what he described as substantial funding streams connected to antifa-linked activities, signaling possible new enforcement actions as the bureau deepens its focus on left-wing violence.
Black Christian Leaders Back Trump At White House Event Amid Racism Controversy (Worthy News Focus)
Several Christian Black leaders rallied behind U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Wednesday, days after he faced bipartisan criticism for sharing — and later deleting — a social media video widely condemned as racist for portraying former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as primates in a jungle.
Christian News
Pastor, Firefighters Injured In Church Explosion In New York
A pastor and five others, including firefighters, were recovering from their injuries Wednesday after a massive explosion ripped through a church in the U.S. state of New York, officials said.
U.K. Blocks U.S. Use of Key Bases for Potential Strikes on Iran
The United Kingdom will not allow the Pentagon to use British-controlled bases to launch potential military strikes against Iran, according to a report by The Times of London.
Trump Weighs Limited Strike on Iran as Nuclear Deadline Looms
President Donald Trump is weighing an initial, limited military strike on Iran aimed at forcing Tehran to meet U.S. demands for a comprehensive nuclear agreement, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Iran Closes Airspace Ahead of Planned Missile Launches as U.S. Imposes New Sanctions
Iran has issued a formal aviation warning ahead of what it described as “extensive missile launches,” closing broad sections of its southern airspace on Thursday amid mounting regional tensions.
U.S. Amasses Largest Middle East Air Buildup Since 2003 Iraq War as Trump Weighs Iran Options
The United States is assembling its most significant concentration of air power in the Middle East since the 2003 Iraq War, positioning advanced fighter jets, aircraft carriers, and support assets amid rising tensions with Iran.
US Averted Mass ISIS Escape From Syrian Prisons, Officials Say (Worthy News Investigation)
The United States military has helped avert a potentially catastrophic mass escape of thousands of Islamic State (ISIS) militants from detention facilities in northeastern Syria as instability deepened in the region, officials said.
Peru Ousts Interim President José Jerí Amid Corruption Scandal
Peru faced political upheaval Wednesday as lawmakers moved to install a new head of state after Congress voted to remove interim President José Jerí from office amid mounting scandals.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Launches ‘Board of Peace’ as $17 Billion Pledged for Gaza, Decision on Iran Looms
President Donald Trump on Thursday unveiled what he called a historic new diplomatic framework — the “Board of Peace” — during an inaugural meeting at the U.S. Institute of Peace, announcing billions in pledges for Gaza reconstruction and signaling that a major decision on Iran could come within days.
Inside the United States
U.S. Trade Deficit Remains Near Record High as Imports Surge Despite Tariffs
The U.S. trade deficit edged slightly lower in 2025 but remained the third-largest on record, underscoring the scale of America’s global trade imbalance even amid sweeping tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
FBI Director Says Bureau Uncovered ‘Significant’ Antifa Funding Streams
FBI Director Kash Patel said Wednesday that federal investigators have identified what he described as substantial funding streams connected to antifa-linked activities, signaling possible new enforcement actions as the bureau deepens its focus on left-wing violence.
Black Christian Leaders Back Trump At White House Event Amid Racism Controversy (Worthy News Focus)
Several Christian Black leaders rallied behind U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Wednesday, days after he faced bipartisan criticism for sharing — and later deleting — a social media video widely condemned as racist for portraying former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as primates in a jungle.
Christian News
Pastor, Firefighters Injured In Church Explosion In New York
A pastor and five others, including firefighters, were recovering from their injuries Wednesday after a massive explosion ripped through a church in the U.S. state of New York, officials said.