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Around the World
Putin Sworn In As President Despite War and Nuclear Concerns
Vladimir Putin has been sworn into his fifth term as Russia’s president despite a war that has killed and injured hundreds of thousands of people and concerns about nuclear drills.
Mob Storms Prayer Service In Indonesia
A mob, including some armed with sharp weapons such as sticks, stormed a prayer service of Catholic students near Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, the latest in a series of anti-Christian incidents in the world’s largest Muslim nation, Christians told Worthy News early Tuesday.
Russia to Conduct Nuclear Weapons Drill in Response to Western “Threats”
Russia’s Defense Ministry announced Monday that it will be conducting practice drills for using nuclear weapons - because of “threats” made by Western officials, Reuters reports. The drills are a “response to provocative statements and threats by certain Western officials against the Russian Federation,” the defense ministry said.
Ukraine: ‘Russian Plot Uncovered To Assassinate Ukrainian President’
Ukraine’s security services said Tuesday they have uncovered a Russian plot to assassinate Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and other top military and political officials, adding to concerns that Moscow’s military is making advances deep inside the country.
Dutch Police End Pro-Palestine Protests At Amsterdam University In Clashes; 125 Arrests
Dutch police ended a pro-Palestine protest on the campus of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and detained some 125 people in scenes resembling a warzone, officials said Tuesday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Pro-Palestine Crowds In Netherlands Occupy Amsterdam, Utrecht University Sites
Pro-Palestine protesters, many covering their faces and shouting antisemitic slogans, returned to the streets of Amsterdam, where they occupied a site of a major university and further threatened Jewish students and others.
Campaign Group Mourns Death Israeli Murdered By Hamas
A group campaigning for the release of hostages held by Hamas said Tuesday that Lior Rudaeff, who was thought to be in Gaza captivity, was murdered on October 7, and his body taken to Gaza.
Hamas Confirms US-Canadian Hostage and Other Captive Killed
Hamas claims a hostage previously confirmed deceased and another captive died of wounds from an Israeli attack, Israeli sources say.
Scientific Study Shows Biblical Jerusalem Was a Major City
A major new scientific study shows that Jerusalem in the time of the Biblical Kings David and Solomon was a large urban area, not a small town or village some historians have suggested.
Inside the United States
Trump Receives Welcome News Despite Stormy Trial
Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump received some welcome legal news on a day that media seemed obsessed with adult film actress Stormy Daniels, a key figure in a criminal case against him.
Christian News
UMC Votes to Abolish Rule That Homosexuality Is “Incompatible” with Christian Teaching
America’s United Methodist Church General Conference last week voted to remove from its Book of Discipline rulebook a clause asserting that homosexuality is "incompatible with Christian teaching,” the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Nigeria: Killing of Christians Continues, 28 Murdered in Benue State
The relentless murder of Christians in Nigeria is continuing, despite repeated warnings from rights groups, including the US Commission on International Religious Freedom, that Nigerian believers in Christ are facing genocide at the hands of Islamic terrorists.
Putin Sworn In As President Despite War and Nuclear Concerns
Vladimir Putin has been sworn into his fifth term as Russia’s president despite a war that has killed and injured hundreds of thousands of people and concerns about nuclear drills.
Mob Storms Prayer Service In Indonesia
A mob, including some armed with sharp weapons such as sticks, stormed a prayer service of Catholic students near Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, the latest in a series of anti-Christian incidents in the world’s largest Muslim nation, Christians told Worthy News early Tuesday.
Russia to Conduct Nuclear Weapons Drill in Response to Western “Threats”
Russia’s Defense Ministry announced Monday that it will be conducting practice drills for using nuclear weapons - because of “threats” made by Western officials, Reuters reports. The drills are a “response to provocative statements and threats by certain Western officials against the Russian Federation,” the defense ministry said.
Ukraine: ‘Russian Plot Uncovered To Assassinate Ukrainian President’
Ukraine’s security services said Tuesday they have uncovered a Russian plot to assassinate Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and other top military and political officials, adding to concerns that Moscow’s military is making advances deep inside the country.
Dutch Police End Pro-Palestine Protests At Amsterdam University In Clashes; 125 Arrests
Dutch police ended a pro-Palestine protest on the campus of the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and detained some 125 people in scenes resembling a warzone, officials said Tuesday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Pro-Palestine Crowds In Netherlands Occupy Amsterdam, Utrecht University Sites
Pro-Palestine protesters, many covering their faces and shouting antisemitic slogans, returned to the streets of Amsterdam, where they occupied a site of a major university and further threatened Jewish students and others.
Campaign Group Mourns Death Israeli Murdered By Hamas
A group campaigning for the release of hostages held by Hamas said Tuesday that Lior Rudaeff, who was thought to be in Gaza captivity, was murdered on October 7, and his body taken to Gaza.
Hamas Confirms US-Canadian Hostage and Other Captive Killed
Hamas claims a hostage previously confirmed deceased and another captive died of wounds from an Israeli attack, Israeli sources say.
Scientific Study Shows Biblical Jerusalem Was a Major City
A major new scientific study shows that Jerusalem in the time of the Biblical Kings David and Solomon was a large urban area, not a small town or village some historians have suggested.
Inside the United States
Trump Receives Welcome News Despite Stormy Trial
Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump received some welcome legal news on a day that media seemed obsessed with adult film actress Stormy Daniels, a key figure in a criminal case against him.
Christian News
UMC Votes to Abolish Rule That Homosexuality Is “Incompatible” with Christian Teaching
America’s United Methodist Church General Conference last week voted to remove from its Book of Discipline rulebook a clause asserting that homosexuality is "incompatible with Christian teaching,” the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Nigeria: Killing of Christians Continues, 28 Murdered in Benue State
The relentless murder of Christians in Nigeria is continuing, despite repeated warnings from rights groups, including the US Commission on International Religious Freedom, that Nigerian believers in Christ are facing genocide at the hands of Islamic terrorists.
Around the World
Macron Reiterates: France May Send Troops to Ukraine, “Russia Cannot Win in Ukraine”
France’s President Emmanuel Macron has reiterated that he would consider sending French troops to help Ukraine fight back against Russia’s invasion if the Ukrainians requested it, the Kyiv Post reports. Macron first announced his highly controversial standpoint earlier this year.
China’s Xi Visits Europe As Washington Fears Divisions Among Western Allies
China’s President Xi Jinping arrived in Paris on Sunday for his first European trip in five years aimed at countries that seek to loosen Europe’s bonds with the United States and end the U.S. dominance in the world.
Hungary Sees ‘March of the Living’ Amid Rising Antisemitism
Thousands of Hungarians, many waving Israeli flags, have marched through Budapest to remember the 600,000 Hungarian Jews murdered in World War Two amid fears about rising antisemitism.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Strikes Rafah; Invasion Appears Imminent
Israel’s military said Monday it struck sites in the Gaza city of Rafah shortly after the Israeli government decided to continue with its “Rafah operation,” likely referring to an imminent invasion of the area.
Siren Wails In Israel For Lives Lost in Holocaust At Tense Time For Jewish Nation
A two-minute-long siren sounded across Israel Monday to mark Holocaust Remembrance Day between anxiety over the future of a Jewish nation faced with the ongoing war in Gaza and other threats to its existence.
Israel Starts Evacuating Rafah Citizens Ahead Of Expected Invasion
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said Monday they have begun moving the Palestinian population from the eastern neighborhoods of Rafah to “a humanitarian zone” ahead of an expected Israeli military invasion in that city in southern Gaza.
Inside the United States
Federal Government to Boost Funds for Security at Places of Worship
Churches, synagogues and mosques in New York state could be getting more federal money to bolster their defenses against possible attacks and hate crimes amid a rise in threats against Jewish and Muslim communities fueled by the Israel-Hamas war.
America Worst Affected Amid Global Rise in Cyber Attacks
The world has seen a 74% increase in ransomware cyber attacks in the past year, with American entities being the worst affected, CNBC reports.
Christian News
Pakistan: Police Refuse to Help Christians Driven Off Their land, “We Have Lost Everything”
Police in Punjab Province, Pakistan, have refused to assist a Catholic farming family after they were attacked by Muslims demanding they vacate their land, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Iran: Christian Re-Arrested, Detained for His Faith
A Christian member of a house church in Iran has recently been brought before the Islamic Revolutionary Court on charges of operating “propaganda against the Islamic regime,” International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Macron Reiterates: France May Send Troops to Ukraine, “Russia Cannot Win in Ukraine”
France’s President Emmanuel Macron has reiterated that he would consider sending French troops to help Ukraine fight back against Russia’s invasion if the Ukrainians requested it, the Kyiv Post reports. Macron first announced his highly controversial standpoint earlier this year.
China’s Xi Visits Europe As Washington Fears Divisions Among Western Allies
China’s President Xi Jinping arrived in Paris on Sunday for his first European trip in five years aimed at countries that seek to loosen Europe’s bonds with the United States and end the U.S. dominance in the world.
Hungary Sees ‘March of the Living’ Amid Rising Antisemitism
Thousands of Hungarians, many waving Israeli flags, have marched through Budapest to remember the 600,000 Hungarian Jews murdered in World War Two amid fears about rising antisemitism.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Strikes Rafah; Invasion Appears Imminent
Israel’s military said Monday it struck sites in the Gaza city of Rafah shortly after the Israeli government decided to continue with its “Rafah operation,” likely referring to an imminent invasion of the area.
Siren Wails In Israel For Lives Lost in Holocaust At Tense Time For Jewish Nation
A two-minute-long siren sounded across Israel Monday to mark Holocaust Remembrance Day between anxiety over the future of a Jewish nation faced with the ongoing war in Gaza and other threats to its existence.
Israel Starts Evacuating Rafah Citizens Ahead Of Expected Invasion
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said Monday they have begun moving the Palestinian population from the eastern neighborhoods of Rafah to “a humanitarian zone” ahead of an expected Israeli military invasion in that city in southern Gaza.
Inside the United States
Federal Government to Boost Funds for Security at Places of Worship
Churches, synagogues and mosques in New York state could be getting more federal money to bolster their defenses against possible attacks and hate crimes amid a rise in threats against Jewish and Muslim communities fueled by the Israel-Hamas war.
America Worst Affected Amid Global Rise in Cyber Attacks
The world has seen a 74% increase in ransomware cyber attacks in the past year, with American entities being the worst affected, CNBC reports.
Christian News
Pakistan: Police Refuse to Help Christians Driven Off Their land, “We Have Lost Everything”
Police in Punjab Province, Pakistan, have refused to assist a Catholic farming family after they were attacked by Muslims demanding they vacate their land, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.
Iran: Christian Re-Arrested, Detained for His Faith
A Christian member of a house church in Iran has recently been brought before the Islamic Revolutionary Court on charges of operating “propaganda against the Islamic regime,” International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Around the World
Netherlands Moment of Silence Without Antisemitic Incidents Amid Prayers
While alerted Christians prayed for them as far away as Indonesia and other nations, the Dutch held a live televised commemoration for those killed in World War Two and other armed conflicts, without antisemitic incidents.
Ukraine Celebrating Easter Amid Heavy Clashes (Worthy News Radio)
Ukrainian Greek Catholics and others are celebrated Easter Sunday amid reports of heavy fighting as Russian troops were further advancing in Eastern Ukraine. Sunday marked the third Easter in Ukraine since Russia invaded the nation in February 2022.
Jews Fear Disturbances During Dutch Remembrance Of Dead
Jewish leaders fear an outbreak of antisemitism on Saturday, May 4, when the Netherlands will observe two minutes of silence for those who died in World War Two, including over 100,000 Dutch Jewish people and more recent armed conflicts.
Russian Troops Advancing in Ukraine as More Western Weapons Arrive (Worthy News Radio)
A Ukrainian town is battered by fighting as Russian forces in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine are advancing ahead of the expected arrival of more weapons and possible ground troops. The developments on the bloody battlefields come as Moscow has condemned increased Western involvement in its war against Ukraine.
Christians Pray As Indonesia Orders Thousands To Relocate After Volcano Erupts
Indonesia’s government decided Friday that nearly 10,000 residents will be relocated permanently after massive eruptions of the Ruang volcano added to suffering among civilians, including Christians, who have held special prayer services.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Shuts Down Al Jazeera TV, Citing Security Concerns
In a controversial move, Israel's government shut down the operations of the Al Jazeera television network in the country, saying it was a mouthpiece of Hamas and a security threat.
US Delays Military Shipment To Israel As Pressure Mounts
Israel was weighing its options Sunday after U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration put a hold on a shipment of U.S.-made ammunition to Israel, several sources said.
Remains Of Young Man Believed To Be Israeli Hostage Found In Grave
A photo was shared Friday of murdered Elyakim Shlomo Libman, who was previously believed to be among the Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
Inside the United States
NYPD Says Protesters Had Weapons, Gas Masks and ‘Death to America!’ Pamphlets
A high-ranking official with the New York Police Department said protesters had weapons including knives and hammers as well as pamphlets with "Death to America!" written on them.
April’s Fury: The Month Witnessed 300 Tornadoes, Ranking as the Second Highest in History
According to preliminary data from the Storm Prediction Center (SPC), April 2024 recorded an unprecedented number of tornadoes, making it the second-highest number in history with 300 reported incidents.
Arizona: Hobbs Signs Abortion Repeal Bill Into Law
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed the abortion ban repeal into law on Thursday.
Christian News
Millions Mark Orthodox Easter In Shadow Of Wars, Persecution
Millions of Orthodox and Greek Catholic Christians marked Easter, many holding vigils and attending midnight Masses amid armed conflicts and persecution.
Indonesia Police Probe Pastor For Blasphemy
Police in Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, are investigating a prominent Indonesian pastor, known for his television appearances, for alleged blasphemy against Islam, Christians told Worthy News early Friday.
Iranian Christians ‘Mourning Persecuted Firouzi’
Iranian Christians are still mourning Ebrahim Firouzi, a former Muslim who embraced faith in Christ despite facing detention for his Christian activities.
Egypt Christian Homes, Businesses Torched Ahead Of Orthodox Easter
Christian villagers in Egypt’s southern Minya province are recovering after they were nearly torched alive by Islamic militants ahead of Orthodox Easter, Christians told Worthy News on Thursday.
Worthy Insights
“Stunning On Multiple Levels”: DOJ Admits To Evidence Tampering In Trump Classified Docs Case
In a stunning admission, Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team is admitting that key evidence in former President Donald Trump’s classified documents criminal case was altered or manipulated since it was seized by the FBI, and that prosecutors misled the court about it for a period of time.
Netherlands Moment of Silence Without Antisemitic Incidents Amid Prayers
While alerted Christians prayed for them as far away as Indonesia and other nations, the Dutch held a live televised commemoration for those killed in World War Two and other armed conflicts, without antisemitic incidents.
Ukraine Celebrating Easter Amid Heavy Clashes (Worthy News Radio)
Ukrainian Greek Catholics and others are celebrated Easter Sunday amid reports of heavy fighting as Russian troops were further advancing in Eastern Ukraine. Sunday marked the third Easter in Ukraine since Russia invaded the nation in February 2022.
Jews Fear Disturbances During Dutch Remembrance Of Dead
Jewish leaders fear an outbreak of antisemitism on Saturday, May 4, when the Netherlands will observe two minutes of silence for those who died in World War Two, including over 100,000 Dutch Jewish people and more recent armed conflicts.
Russian Troops Advancing in Ukraine as More Western Weapons Arrive (Worthy News Radio)
A Ukrainian town is battered by fighting as Russian forces in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine are advancing ahead of the expected arrival of more weapons and possible ground troops. The developments on the bloody battlefields come as Moscow has condemned increased Western involvement in its war against Ukraine.
Christians Pray As Indonesia Orders Thousands To Relocate After Volcano Erupts
Indonesia’s government decided Friday that nearly 10,000 residents will be relocated permanently after massive eruptions of the Ruang volcano added to suffering among civilians, including Christians, who have held special prayer services.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Shuts Down Al Jazeera TV, Citing Security Concerns
In a controversial move, Israel's government shut down the operations of the Al Jazeera television network in the country, saying it was a mouthpiece of Hamas and a security threat.
US Delays Military Shipment To Israel As Pressure Mounts
Israel was weighing its options Sunday after U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration put a hold on a shipment of U.S.-made ammunition to Israel, several sources said.
Remains Of Young Man Believed To Be Israeli Hostage Found In Grave
A photo was shared Friday of murdered Elyakim Shlomo Libman, who was previously believed to be among the Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
Inside the United States
NYPD Says Protesters Had Weapons, Gas Masks and ‘Death to America!’ Pamphlets
A high-ranking official with the New York Police Department said protesters had weapons including knives and hammers as well as pamphlets with "Death to America!" written on them.
April’s Fury: The Month Witnessed 300 Tornadoes, Ranking as the Second Highest in History
According to preliminary data from the Storm Prediction Center (SPC), April 2024 recorded an unprecedented number of tornadoes, making it the second-highest number in history with 300 reported incidents.
Arizona: Hobbs Signs Abortion Repeal Bill Into Law
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed the abortion ban repeal into law on Thursday.
Christian News
Millions Mark Orthodox Easter In Shadow Of Wars, Persecution
Millions of Orthodox and Greek Catholic Christians marked Easter, many holding vigils and attending midnight Masses amid armed conflicts and persecution.
Indonesia Police Probe Pastor For Blasphemy
Police in Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, are investigating a prominent Indonesian pastor, known for his television appearances, for alleged blasphemy against Islam, Christians told Worthy News early Friday.
Iranian Christians ‘Mourning Persecuted Firouzi’
Iranian Christians are still mourning Ebrahim Firouzi, a former Muslim who embraced faith in Christ despite facing detention for his Christian activities.
Egypt Christian Homes, Businesses Torched Ahead Of Orthodox Easter
Christian villagers in Egypt’s southern Minya province are recovering after they were nearly torched alive by Islamic militants ahead of Orthodox Easter, Christians told Worthy News on Thursday.
Worthy Insights
“Stunning On Multiple Levels”: DOJ Admits To Evidence Tampering In Trump Classified Docs Case
In a stunning admission, Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team is admitting that key evidence in former President Donald Trump’s classified documents criminal case was altered or manipulated since it was seized by the FBI, and that prosecutors misled the court about it for a period of time.