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Around the World
Houthis Launch Missiles at American Vessel in Red Sea
As clashes continue between the US and its allies and Iran-backed Houthi Islamic rebels in Yemen, the jihadist terrorists launched anti-ship ballistic missiles at an American vessel in the Red Sea at the weekend, the Washington Times reports.
Germany: ‘Islamist Extremist Kills Police Officer’; Several Injured (Worthy News Focus)
Authorities in Germany say they believe an Islamist extremist carried out a knife attack in the southwestern city of Mannheim that killed a young police officer and left five others injured.
US/South Korea Clash with Russia/China at UNSC Meeting
An emergency open meeting of the UN Security Council on Friday saw the United States and its allies South Korea and Japan clash with China and Russia over North Korea’s continued launches of satellite and ballistic missile technology in violation of UN sanctions, the Associated Press reports.
North Korea Sends 900 Balloons Filled with Trash/Excrement into South Korea
In a bizarre new gesture of hostility, North Korea (DPRK) has sent some 900 balloons filled with garbage into the territory of its enemy South Korea since May 28, DW reports.

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Iranian General Reportedly Killed In Alleged Israeli Strike in Syria
An alleged Israeli airstrike near the Syrian city of Aleppo early Monday reportedly killed Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) General Saeed Abiyar and, according to a war monitor, resulted in the deaths of 16 members of pro-Iran groups, various media reports indicate.
Israel: More Than 100,000 Protestors Call for Netanyahu’s Resignation, Hostage Deal
Some 120,000 protestors took to the streets of Tel Aviv in Israel on Saturday calling for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resign and for the government to strike a deal with Hamas that would secure the release of the 128 hostages still captive in Gaza. the Times of Israel (TOI) reports.

Inside the United States
Biden Announces ‘Border Security’ Measures Five Months Ahead of Election
President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced what he dubbed a border security plan – five months ahead of the November election and after at least 11 million foreign nationals illegally entered the country since his inauguration.
Excess Deaths Remained Elevated Even After COVID-19 Vaccines, Study Finds
More people died in Western countries than expected for three consecutive years amid the COVID-19 pandemic, despite containment measures and vaccines, according to a new study.
GOP Senators Slam Biden’s Immigration Executive Order
President Joe Biden's new executive action on immigration sparked fresh criticism from Republicans.
California Senate Passes Bill to Ban Teachers From Notifying Parents of Student Gender Transitions
California’s Democratic-led Senate last week passed a controversial bill that would prohibit public school teachers and officials from notifying parents if trans-identifying K-12 school children ask to change their name or access programs designed for the opposite gender.

Christian News
Wycliffe Associates Undergoes Efforts to Supply Printed Bibles to Persecuted Christians in North Africa and the Middle East
Wycliffe Associates, an international organization that empowers mother-tongue Bible translators and partners with local churches in the advancement of Bible translation, is working to provide printed Bibles for Christians in 13 language groups across North Africa and the Middle East.

Worthy Insights
Fauci Admits There Was No Scientific Evidence For Six-Foot Social Distancing Rule
Anthony Fauci admitted to Congress on Monday there is no scientific evidence to support the Covid-era “social distancing” rules he advocated for when he was the federal government’s top infectious disease expert.
Around the World
WHO: ‘Pandemic Treaty By 2025’ Despite Global Outcry
Undeterred by global criticism, the World Health Organization (WHO) aims to conclude a global pandemic treaty by 2025.
Mexico Elects First Female And Jewish President
In a historic move, Mexico elected its first female and Jewish president, with preliminary results showing Claudia Sheinbaum receiving the most votes.
U.S., Japan, and South Korea Announce ‘Freedom Edge’ Joint Military Exercise
The United States, Japan, and South Korea have agreed to hold a trilateral joint exercise named Freedom Edge this summer. Following a meeting of the defense ministers from the three allied nations, these exercises will span multiple domains, including land, sea, air, cyber, and space.
China Unveils First Artificial Intelligence Hospital Employing Robot Doctors
China has unveiled the world’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) hospital, with robot doctors who can treat thousands of patients daily.
Hungarians Rally In Orbán Peace March
At least some 100,000 Hungarians, many armed with "No War" signs and Hungarian flags, participated in a "Peace March" to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who seeks an end to the war in neighboring Ukraine.

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Prominent Hezbollah Terrorist Killed As Fires Rage Across Northern Israel
A prominent Hezbollah terrorist was killed in an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon on Monday morning, as the group continued attacks on northern Israel. On early Tuesday, firefighters battled blazes across northern Israel, sparked the day before by Hezbollah's rockets and drones from Lebanon.

Inside the United States
Congress Probes Federal Funds for Antisemitic Indoctrination, Terrorism
Congress’ probe into rising antisemitism on college campuses includes letters to the leaders of 10 prominent universities, with signatures led by a North Carolina congresswoman and leaders of five other key committees.
Trump Calls on Supreme Court After Hush Money Conviction
Former President Donald Trump called on the U.S. Supreme Court to decide a pending case involving presidential immunity days after a New York jury convicted him of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up hush money payments to an adult actress.
Around the World
China Unveils First Artificial Intelligence Hospital Employing Robot Doctors
China has unveiled the world’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) hospital, with robot doctors who can treat thousands of patients daily.
Hungarians Rally In Orbán Peace March
At least some 100,000 Hungarians, many armed with "No War" signs and Hungarian flags, participated in a "Peace March" to support Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who seeks an end to the war in neighboring Ukraine.
Indian Premier’s BJP Wins Election, Exit Polls Suggest; Christians Concerned (Worthy News In-Depth)
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led alliance was projected to win a majority in the six-week-long national election after the last of the country's hundreds of millions of voters went to the polls.
South Africa Heading Towards Coalition For First Time Since End Apartheid
South Africa was heading towards a national coalition government for the first time since the late Nelson Mandela led the nation to government in the historic 1994 election that ended apartheid, election results suggest.
NATO Chief Backs Hitting Russia With Western Weapons Despite Moscow’s Warnings (Worthy News Radio)
Russia has warned that U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to allow Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied weapons against targets in Russia demonstrates Washington’s deep involvement in the conflict. However, the chief of the NATO military alliance has defended these policies.

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli Defense Minister Says ‘We Are Steadily Choking Hamas” and Preparing For Alternative Government in Gaza
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated on Sunday afternoon that Israel has been "steadily choking" Hamas by cutting it off from its supply routes on the Gaza Strip's border with Egypt and is working on establishing an alternative government in the Palestinian enclave.
Biden Calls for End of War, Netanyahu Calls Deal ‘Non-Starter’ Unless Conditions Met
On Friday, US President Joe Biden urged Israel to accept a three-part ceasefire and hostage deal, declaring, "It’s time for this war to end." However, on Saturday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated there would be no "permanent ceasefire" in Gaza until Hamas's military and governing capabilities were destroyed.
Hamas Publishes Hostage Video As Biden Reveals Ceasefire Plan
Hamas, deemed a terrorist organization by Israel, has published a video featuring what is believed to be the voice of Gaza hostage Noa Argamani in captivity, Israeli sources confirmed Friday. It came as U.S. President Joe Biden unveiled an Israeli ceasefire plan in Gaza, but Hamas did not immediately react.

Inside the United States
Russian State TV Predicts US ‘Civil War’ If Trump Imprisoned
A prominent Russian politician recently stated that the imprisonment of Donald Trump, following his guilty verdict in the criminal hush money trial, could lead to a "civil war" in the United States, Newsweek reported.
Trump Says Trial Was Rigged, Biden Calls Opponent ‘Dangerous’
Former President Donald Trump said Friday that his hush money trial in New York was rigged after he was convicted of 34 felonies.
Some Democrats Running Away From Biden Border Policies
Earlier this month, news reports suggested Democrats were preparing to launch an “aggressive new immigration strategy” ahead of the election, The Center Square reported.
Trump Vows To Appeal Hush Money Verdict
Donald J. Trump vowed Friday to appeal a New York court verdict after he became the first former U.S. President to be convicted of a crime.