Prophecy News Watch - May 27, 2024
Around the World
Ukraine Appeals For Peace After Deadly Russian Strike On Supermarket (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has released a desperate video urging world leaders to attend a "peace summit" next month in Switzerland. He spoke after a deadly Russian attack on a supermarket in Kharkiv on Saturday killed at least 14 people and injured scores more.
Hundreds Killed In Papua New Guinea’s Landslide
Rescue efforts continued Sunday as the death toll of Papua New Guinea’s massive landslide in a remote village rose to 670, U.N. officials said.
India Mourns Infants And Others Killed In Fires At Hospital and Amusement Park
Much of India plunged into mourning Sunday with authorities confirming that seven newborn babies lost their lives after their New Delhi neonatal clinic was engulfed in flames.
Injured Turbulence Survivors Face Uncertain Future
Survivors of arguably the worst aircraft turbulence in recent years are recovering in a Bangkok hospital, with some facing life-changing realities.
Scores Killed and Injured as Russia Hits Supermarket
Residents in Ukraine’s second-largest city struggled Sunday with the realities of war after Russia’s military bombed a supermarket, leaving at least 12 people killed and 43 injured.
Ukraine Evacuating Children As Russian Forces Approach Kharkiv (Worthy News Radio)
Pope Francis met Ukrainian children while inside the war-torn nation authorities announced the mandatory evacuation of orphans and minors without parents from the hard-hit area around Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv. It came as the Vatican pushed for peace talks with Ukraine, pushing for more Western weapons as it struggles to halt a new Russian military offensive.
Four Killed, Over Dozen Injured As Mallorca Restaurant Collapses
A restaurant on the Spanish holiday island of Mallorca promoted its newly renovated rooftop terrace the day before it caved in late Thursday, killing at least four people.
14 Killed, 3 Injured In Vietnam’s Apartment Building
An apartment building fire on a narrow alley in Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi, has killed at least 14 people and injured six others, several sources said Friday.
100 Killed As Massive Landslide Hits Papua New Guinea
Villagers in a remote village in Papua New Guinea struggled Friday to recover bodies after a massive landslide killed more than 100 people, residents said.
Left-Wing Fears Outcome of European Elections
Leading left-wing parties across Europe, who face being punished by voters in upcoming European Parliament elections, have ruled out alliances with the far right and pledged to “relentlessly combat hatred, racism, and xenophobia.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Attacks Rafah After World Court Ruling (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israel attacked suspected Hamas sites in the Gaza Strip, including Rafah, on Saturday, a day after the top United Nations court ordered it to halt military operations in the southern city.
Israel Faces Dilemma After Release Video Of Hostages
Israel’s government faced mounting pressure Friday to strike a deal with Hamas after an Israeli group representing the families of hostages held in Gaza released a disturbing video recording of the capture of five female Israeli soldiers.
Inside the United States
Texas Troopers Apprehend Human Smugglers, Gang Members
Texas Department of Public Safety troopers continue to apprehend human smugglers and gang members and find dozens of people being held in stash houses at the border.
Majority of House Democrats Support Noncitizens Voting
U.S. House Democrats overwhelmingly voted to support noncitizens voting in U.S. elections.
Christian News
Christian Students Stage “Walk-In” at UCLA in Solidarity With Israel
The Passages US-based Christian ministry last week celebrated Israel’s 76th Independence Day by organizing a solidarity “walk-in” at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to show support for the Jewish state and Jewish students facing anti-semitic hostility in the wake of the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas.
Pakistan Pastor On Death Row Facing Health Concerns After 12 Years Detention
There was concern Friday about the declining health of Pakistani Pastor Zafar Bhatti, who has been held in prison for 12 years and faces execution by hanging for alleged blasphemy against Islam.
Released Iranian Convert Facing New Charges
Iranian Christian Esmaeil Narimanpour, who was released on bail after more than four months in detention, faces new charges linked to his decision to leave Islam and follow Christ openly, Worthy News learned Friday.
Founder Eritrea’s Gospel Church Dies In Detention
Reverend Ghirmay Araya, one of the founders of the Full Gospel Church in Eritrea who spent nearly three years behind bars for activities linked to his faith in Christ, has died, supporters told Worthy News late Thursday. He was 83.
Ukraine Appeals For Peace After Deadly Russian Strike On Supermarket (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has released a desperate video urging world leaders to attend a "peace summit" next month in Switzerland. He spoke after a deadly Russian attack on a supermarket in Kharkiv on Saturday killed at least 14 people and injured scores more.
Hundreds Killed In Papua New Guinea’s Landslide
Rescue efforts continued Sunday as the death toll of Papua New Guinea’s massive landslide in a remote village rose to 670, U.N. officials said.
India Mourns Infants And Others Killed In Fires At Hospital and Amusement Park
Much of India plunged into mourning Sunday with authorities confirming that seven newborn babies lost their lives after their New Delhi neonatal clinic was engulfed in flames.
Injured Turbulence Survivors Face Uncertain Future
Survivors of arguably the worst aircraft turbulence in recent years are recovering in a Bangkok hospital, with some facing life-changing realities.
Scores Killed and Injured as Russia Hits Supermarket
Residents in Ukraine’s second-largest city struggled Sunday with the realities of war after Russia’s military bombed a supermarket, leaving at least 12 people killed and 43 injured.
Ukraine Evacuating Children As Russian Forces Approach Kharkiv (Worthy News Radio)
Pope Francis met Ukrainian children while inside the war-torn nation authorities announced the mandatory evacuation of orphans and minors without parents from the hard-hit area around Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv. It came as the Vatican pushed for peace talks with Ukraine, pushing for more Western weapons as it struggles to halt a new Russian military offensive.
Four Killed, Over Dozen Injured As Mallorca Restaurant Collapses
A restaurant on the Spanish holiday island of Mallorca promoted its newly renovated rooftop terrace the day before it caved in late Thursday, killing at least four people.
14 Killed, 3 Injured In Vietnam’s Apartment Building
An apartment building fire on a narrow alley in Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi, has killed at least 14 people and injured six others, several sources said Friday.
100 Killed As Massive Landslide Hits Papua New Guinea
Villagers in a remote village in Papua New Guinea struggled Friday to recover bodies after a massive landslide killed more than 100 people, residents said.
Left-Wing Fears Outcome of European Elections
Leading left-wing parties across Europe, who face being punished by voters in upcoming European Parliament elections, have ruled out alliances with the far right and pledged to “relentlessly combat hatred, racism, and xenophobia.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Attacks Rafah After World Court Ruling (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israel attacked suspected Hamas sites in the Gaza Strip, including Rafah, on Saturday, a day after the top United Nations court ordered it to halt military operations in the southern city.
Israel Faces Dilemma After Release Video Of Hostages
Israel’s government faced mounting pressure Friday to strike a deal with Hamas after an Israeli group representing the families of hostages held in Gaza released a disturbing video recording of the capture of five female Israeli soldiers.
Inside the United States
Texas Troopers Apprehend Human Smugglers, Gang Members
Texas Department of Public Safety troopers continue to apprehend human smugglers and gang members and find dozens of people being held in stash houses at the border.
Majority of House Democrats Support Noncitizens Voting
U.S. House Democrats overwhelmingly voted to support noncitizens voting in U.S. elections.
Christian News
Christian Students Stage “Walk-In” at UCLA in Solidarity With Israel
The Passages US-based Christian ministry last week celebrated Israel’s 76th Independence Day by organizing a solidarity “walk-in” at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) to show support for the Jewish state and Jewish students facing anti-semitic hostility in the wake of the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas.
Pakistan Pastor On Death Row Facing Health Concerns After 12 Years Detention
There was concern Friday about the declining health of Pakistani Pastor Zafar Bhatti, who has been held in prison for 12 years and faces execution by hanging for alleged blasphemy against Islam.
Released Iranian Convert Facing New Charges
Iranian Christian Esmaeil Narimanpour, who was released on bail after more than four months in detention, faces new charges linked to his decision to leave Islam and follow Christ openly, Worthy News learned Friday.
Founder Eritrea’s Gospel Church Dies In Detention
Reverend Ghirmay Araya, one of the founders of the Full Gospel Church in Eritrea who spent nearly three years behind bars for activities linked to his faith in Christ, has died, supporters told Worthy News late Thursday. He was 83.