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North Korea 'not interested' in U.S. talks without more concessions
North Korea says it is not “interested” in additional denuclearization negotiations with the U.S. without more concessions from Washington, just one day after President Trump hinted at upcoming talks with Pyongyang with a tweet that read in part, 'See you soon!'
IAEA: Iran's Heavy Water Stock Exceeds Authorized Limit
The U.N.'s nuclear watchdog said Monday that Iran's stock of heavy water for reactors has surpassed the limit set under its agreement with world powers.
Iran Blocks Internet for 3rd Day as Death Toll From Protests Rises to Eight
Authorities in Iran have blocked internet service for a third day as part of a crackdown on nationwide anti-government protests in which at least eight people have been killed since the unrest began Friday.
US cancels Iran nuclear cooperation waiver after Fordo restart
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Monday that he is canceling one of four sanctions waivers that had allowed foreign companies to work with Iran’s civilian nuclear program without US penalties. Pompeo also warned Iran’s leadership not to crack down on protests that recent fuel price increases have sparked.

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Reversing Obama Policy, US Will No Longer View Israeli Settlements as ‘Inconsistent with Int’l Law’
In another major reversal of the Obama administration’s policies on the Mideast dispute, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Monday the U.S. will no longer view the existence of Israeli communities ('settlements') in disputed territory as inherently illegal under international law, unleashing a wave of reaction, both positive and negative.
Gantz and Liberman said to agree on civil marriage, other religion reforms
A Blue and White-led government would enact sweeping religion and state reforms, including easing the state-recognized process of converting to Judaism and legalizing civil marriages, according to a leaked document published Monday.
IDF launches surprise military drill in northern Israel
The Israel Defense Forces on Monday launched a two-day surprise military exercise in northern Israel, the army said.

Inside the United States
‘I like the idea’: Trump will 'strongly consider' giving impeachment testimony to get Congress moving
President Trump claimed he would 'strongly consider' delivering impeachment testimony if it would get Congress to start working on other issues, such as the USMCA trade deal.
US Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Trump Tax Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that would have required President Donald Trump to turn over some of his financial records to a Democratic-led committee in the House of Representatives.
Trump asks Supreme Court to stop Congress from getting his financial records
President Donald Trump on Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to block a lower court ruling directing an accounting firm to hand over his financial records to a Democratic-led congressional panel, setting up a major clash between branches of government.

Christian News
Federal Court Reverses Decision Barring Christian School from Praying Over Loudspeaker
A federal court of appeals reversed a rule enforced by the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) that prohibited two private Christian schools from saying a prayer over the loudspeakers before a football game at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando.
Many Chick-fil-A Fans Upset Over Decision to Stop Donating to Salvation Army, FCA
Eager to expand its footprint overseas and into liberal cities in the U.S., executives at Chick-fil-A have made the decision to no longer donate to perennially controversial charities like the Salvation Army and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Ohio House Passes Bill Protecting Students' Religious Freedom, Expression
The Ohio House on Wednesday approved legislation that would protect student rights to religious expression in public schools, including prayer, school assignments, artwork, and clothing.
Pope Francis: Catechism will be updated to define ecological sins
Following through on a proposal made at the Synod of Bishops for the Amazon, Pope Francis said there are plans to include a definition of ecological sins in the church's official teaching.
Freedom of religion or belief 'continues to be a priority' for the UK
The Government has told the United Nations that freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) 'continues to be a priority for the United Kingdom'.