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Around the World
UN Atomic Chief Says Iranian Nuclear Sites Shouldn’t Be Attacked
Tensions between Iran and Israel remain high as Tehran’s military pledged a strong response to Israel's strikes last month. At the same time, the UN's atomic watchdog is focused on preventing nuclear escalation, with IAEA chief Rafael Grossi urging that Iran's nuclear facilities, including Fordow and Natanz, should not be targeted as he is scheduled to visit the country.
Taiwan Considering $15 Billion Weapons Deal with US: Report
Taiwan has told the incoming Trump administration it is interested in securing a massive $15 billion military weapons deal with the United States, the Financial Times reported exclusively on Tuesday (November 12).

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Strikes Islamic Jihad Infrastructure in Damascus
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed on Thursday afternoon that Israeli fighter jets targeted command centers and terrorist infrastructure linked to the Palestinian Islamic Jihad group in Damascus, Syria.

Inside the United States
ISIS-Linked Houston Man Indicted, Planned 9/11 Style Terrorist Attack
A 28-year-old man in Houston, Anas Said, has been indicted and arrested on charges he attempted to provide material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), a federally designated foreign terrorist organization (FTO).
Trump Picks Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead HHS
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is president-elect Donald Trump’s pick to serve as U.S. Health and Human Services secretary.
Supreme Court Weighs on Age Limits for Transgender Surgeries
The United States Supreme Court is soon to hear a case challenging a Tennessee law that prohibits sex-change treatments for minors, CBN News reports. The Republican-led Tennessee legislature last year passed the law that bans minors from receiving hormone therapy, puberty blockers, and sex-change surgery.

Christian News
Mexico: New Law Makes Christians Increasingly Vulnerable to Persecution
A new law intended to protect Indigenous Mexican communities may force Christians in Mexico to participate in traditional pagan practices on pain of legal repercussions, Christian Today (CT) reports.
Egypt: Terrorism Circuit Court Considers Death Penalty for Two Men Who Bombed Protestant Church
Amid efforts by Egypt’s Islamic government to improve its relations with Egyptian Christians, the Cairo Criminal Court's terrorism circuit has referred the case of two men convicted of a church bombing to the Grand Mufti for his opinion on whether the death penalty should be applied, Watani International (WI) reports.

Worthy Insights
‘God of Darkness’ asteroid will pass so close it is expected to get ‘the shakes’
A recent study led by Ronald-Louis Ballouz from Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory suggests that the asteroid 99942 Apophis may experience tremors—similar to earthquakes—due to Earth's gravitational pull during its close flyby on April 13, 2029, with simulations indicating significant surface changes. Apophis, approximately 340 meters in size, will pass within about 32,000 kilometers of Earth, closer than many satellites in orbit.
51 Biden laptop deniers in danger of losing security clearances; letter falsely accused Russia
Several Republican lawmakers want Congress to strip the security clearances of dozens of former U.S. intelligence officials who worked against President Trump in 2020 by asserting that information in the laptop of Hunter Biden was likely Russian disinformation.
Quiet coup drags Bibi to court during war
Establishment powers in Israel have decided to join the seven-front war against the Jewish state by targeting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Trump Triumph Complete: CNN Ratings Drop 94% After Declaring War on Incoming President
If you examine cable news viewership trends closely enough, you will find reasons for both satisfaction and discouragement.
Around the World
U.S. Strikes Iranian-Backed Militia Groups in Syria
The U.S. Military launched strikes on nine targets at two locations in Syria, targeting Iranian-backed militia groups in response to several attacks on U.S. personnel over the past 24 hours, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Monday.
Haiti’s Main Airport Closes As Rising Gang Violence Ravages Capital
Haiti's main airport temporarily shut down due to gang violence amid the anticipated appointment of a new interim prime minister, the U.S. Embassy stated on Monday.
Strong Earthquake Rocks Cuba
Cuba was rocked by a 6.8 magnitude earthquake at 11.49 am on Sunday (November 1), causing further damage to power lines and buildings in the island country that is still reeling from the effects two recent hurricanes, Reuters reports.
Israel Urges Jews To Stay Away From France Soccer Match After Amsterdam Pogrom (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israel’s National Security Council (NSC) has urged Israeli soccer fans not to attend the match between France and Israel in Paris on Thursday after Jews were hunted in the streets of Amsterdam in scenes resembling the 1930s and World War Two.

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel’s Foreign Minister Claims Establishing a Palestinian State Would Equate to Creating a Hamas State
Newly appointed Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar set the tone for his foreign policy stating that the prospect of a Palestinian State created today "would be tantamount to creating a Hamas state."
Israeli Defense Minister Hints At Striking Iranian Nuclear Facilities
Newly appointed Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated at his first meeting with the IDF General Staff Forum that Iran's nuclear sites have become more vulnerable following Israel's recent airstrikes in the operation "Days of Repentance" and hinted that now is the time to remove the Iranian 'threat of annihilation.'

Inside the United States
Republicans Secure House Majority, Achieving Trifecta
Republicans have secured at least 219 seats in the House of Representatives and achieved a trifecta by winning the Presidency, and both chambers of Congress under the leadership of President-Elect Donald Trump in the 2024 U.S. Elections.
Trump Appoints Former ICE Director as Border Czar, Stefanik as U.N. Ambassador
President-elect Donald Trump has named former Immigration and Customs Enforcement director Tom Homan as his border czar and U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., as the next ambassador to the United Nations.
Trump Eyes Changes to Military as He Prepares for Next Term
President Donald Trump could reshape the military during his next term in the White House with plans to invest in research, higher pay for troops and making sure veterans have access to housing.

Christian News
Egypt: Three Christians Hospitalized in Stabbing Attack by Islamic Extremists
While Egypt’s Islamic government has recently taken steps toward improving relations with the Egyptian Christian community, three Christian men were hospitalized last week following an attack by Islamic extremists armed with knives and machetes in Minya province, Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) reports.
Nigeria: Fulani Terrorists Murder Christians in Plateau State
Continuing the relentless murder of Christians in Nigeria’s Plateau state, Fulani jihadist herdsmen have murdered four Christians in less than three weeks, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

Worthy Watch
Trump Releases Plans to Dismantle Deep State
President-elect Donald Trump has announced his 10-point plan to dismantle what he refers to as the "deep state" in order to reclaim American democracy from pervasive corruption in Washington.
RFK Jr. Educates Journalist on “Trusting the Science”
In a discussion, a journalist pointed out that RFK Jr. is a lawyer and activist, not a doctor or scientist. In response, RFK Jr. argued that blindly trusting experts is characteristic of religious beliefs and totalitarian systems, emphasizing that in a democratic society, it is essential to question everyone.

Worthy Insights
Midrash Hints that Trump Will Return Glory to Western World by Building Third Temple
Rabbi Yosef Berger revealed some amazing aspects of Donald Trump’s victory in the recent US Presidential election, most notably his potential role in building the Third Temple. As the spiritual descendant of Rome, the nation that destroyed the Second Temple, Trump has the potential to do a tikkun, fixing the sin of Rome, and returning the glory to Western society.
Around the World
US Carries Out Strikes Against Houthi Targets in Yemen
The US launched multiple strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen on Saturday evening, according to a US Defense official. The strikes targeted several advanced weapons storage facilities across at least three locations, which were being used to threaten vessels navigating international waters off Yemen.
Hackers Attack Israeli Embassy In Netherlands
While antisemitic violence rocked Amsterdam, injuring dozens, Israel’s embassy in The Hague endured electronic attacks, shutting down its phone network, Worthy News learned Saturday.
Netherlands Promises To Protect Jews After Biden Condemns Antisemitic Attacks
The Dutch prime minister pledged Saturday to ensure that the Jewish community in his country “feels safe” after U.S. President Joe Biden condemned the Netherlands' worst antisemitic attacks since World War Two.
Pro-Palestine Crowds Hunt Jews in Amsterdam, Injuring Several; Israel Evacuates (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israel rushed to evacuate Jews from the Netherlands after the country’s worst antisemitic attacks since World War Two rocked Amsterdam following a soccer match between the Dutch capital’s Ajax and Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv teams.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Threatens Destruction of Israel, Jews
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has effectively warned Israel and its Jewish population that they will be destroyed.
EU Leaders Discussing Peace In Ukraine
Hungary's prime minister says European Union leaders “have taken a big step towards a solution acceptable to all EU member states regarding the war in Ukraine.”

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu Says Trump See ‘Eye-to-Eye’ on Iranian Threats After Multiple Conversations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Sunday, after multiple phone calls with newly elected President-Elect Donald Trump, that they "see eye-to-eye on the Iranian threat in all its aspects."
Israel’s Mossad Warned Of Violence In Amsterdam
Israel’s secret service Mossad reportedly warned of a potential threat to Israelis and Jews in the Netherlands ahead of the soccer game Ajax against Maccabi Tel Aviv in Amsterdam.
Hamas Ponders Ceasefire Talks After Trump Victory And Israel’s Attacks (Worthy News Focus)
With losses mounting and its senior leadership all but destroyed, Hamas, or what is left of it, has called for “an immediate end to Israel's war” against the group and said it was now “studying proposals.”

Inside the United States
President-Elect Trump Working on Mass Deportation Plan
President-elect Donald Trump and his advisors are formulating plans to deport illegal immigrants from the United States and exploring declaring a national emergency declaration that would allow the Trump administration to repurpose military assets to help Trump keep his campaign promise, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Trump Takes Arizona, Completes Swing State Sweep
Former President Donald Trump was declared the winner Saturday night in Arizona, marking the final swing state for the Republican to collect in his landslide victory.
US: ‘Iran Ordered Assassination of Trump’
Iran ordered the assassination of Donald J. Trump, the staunchly pro-Israel former and future president, according to court documents unsealed Friday.

Christian News
Pakistan: Second Christian Charged With Blasphemy is Released on Bail
A second Christian charged with blasphemy in Pakistan was released on bail pending trial last week after a court found there was no direct evidence in the three cases brought against him, Christian Daily International (CDI) reports.

Worthy Insights
Diplomat says Qatar quitting Gaza mediation role, Hamas to be booted from country
Qatar has decided to end its role as mediator between Israel and Hamas amid long-stalled negotiations for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal, a diplomat familiar with the matter told The Times of Israel on Saturday.
Judge Forces Feds To Reveal More Evidence Of Social Media Censorship
More internal government communications will soon be revealed in a high-profile censorship case that already hit the U.S. Supreme Court, thanks to a Friday court ruling in Missouri v. Biden. The historic free speech case uncovered that federal officials, all the way up to President Joe Biden, pressured social media companies to remove specific posts and discussion terms, systemically slanting society in favor of Democrats by controlling public discussions.
Taiwan says it receives first high-tech rocket systems from US
Taiwan has received its first batch of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) from the United States, Taipei's defense ministry said Wednesday, as the island races to boost its defenses against a potential Chinese attack.
Trump says Nikki Haley and Mike Pompeo won’t be asked to return in second administration
US President-elect Donald Trump ruled out on Saturday re-appointing two senior figures from his first administration, ex-secretary of state Mike Pompeo and former UN ambassador Nikki Haley.
German MPs pass resolution to defund BDS
An overwhelming majority of the German parliament’s lower house voted on Thursday in favor of a resolution that calls for excluding boycotters of Israel from public funding and acknowledges the link between Muslim immigration and antisemitism.
IDF reveals footage of Hamas torturing Palestinians in Gaza (Warning: graphic content)
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have unveiled a series of videos purportedly showing the interrogation and torture of Palestinian civilians by Hamas.
Federal judge tosses Illinois’ ban on semiautomatic weapons
A federal judge has overturned Illinois’ ban on semiautomatic weapons, leaning on recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings that strictly interpret the Second Amendment right to keep and bear firearms.
Jews being chased down in Amsterdam shows antisemitism is on the rise
Early Friday morning in Amsterdam, in the shadow of the house in which Anne Frank hid and where her family was betrayed, rampaging mobs of Muslim men targeted Israeli attendees of a soccer match featuring the Maccabi team.