World News

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Open For Ceasefire But Doubts Russia’s Intentions
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Open For Ceasefire But Doubts Russia’s Intentions

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday he is open to a ceasefire with Russia but warned that Moscow seems “not serious” about peace talks.

Trump Says Iran Nuclear Deal ‘Close,’ Seeks Long-Term Peace While Warning of Military Option
Trump Says Iran Nuclear Deal ‘Close,’ Seeks Long-Term Peace While Warning of Military Option

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that the United States is close to reaching a new agreement with Iran over its nuclear program, expressing optimism about a diplomatic solution that could avert a military confrontation.

Libya’s Capital Facing Worst Clashes In Years
Libya’s Capital Facing Worst Clashes In Years

The United Nations has called for calm after the worst fighting in Libya’s capital, Tripoli, in years.

Hungary’s Orbán With Russia-Style Law Launching Crackdown On Dissent
Hungary’s Orbán With Russia-Style Law Launching Crackdown On Dissent

Despite ongoing protests, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz party introduced a bill that critics say will lead to a Russia-style crackdown on critics.

Russia’s Putin Skips Peace Talks In Istanbul
Russia’s Putin Skips Peace Talks In Istanbul

The Kremlin says Russian President Vladimir Putin won’t attend Thursday peace talks in Istanbul despite calls from Ukraine and the United States to participate.

Israel News

Hamas Rejects Trump’s Gaza “Freedom Zone” Proposal, Says Land Is Not for Sale
Hamas Rejects Trump’s Gaza “Freedom Zone” Proposal, Says Land Is Not for Sale

Hamas on Thursday firmly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to take control of Gaza and transform it into a so-called “freedom zone,” dismissing the idea as a nonstarter and asserting Palestinian sovereignty over the territory.

Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover of Gaza as “Freedom Zone” Amid Rising Tensions in Region
Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover of Gaza as “Freedom Zone” Amid Rising Tensions in Region

President Donald Trump on Thursday reiterated a controversial proposal for the United States to take control of Gaza, transforming the war-ravaged territory into what he described as a “freedom zone.”

Trump Defends Skipping Israel Visit, Credits U.S. for Hostage Release Amid Gaza Talks
Trump Defends Skipping Israel Visit, Credits U.S. for Hostage Release Amid Gaza Talks

President Donald Trump defended his decision to skip a stop in Israel during his ongoing Middle East visit, asserting that his efforts in the region are ultimately beneficial to the Jewish state, despite speculation that Israel is being sidelined.

Israel Intercepts Missile From Yemen as Houthis Vow to Keep Targeting Israel Despite US Ceasefire Deal
Israel Intercepts Missile From Yemen as Houthis Vow to Keep Targeting Israel Despite US Ceasefire Deal

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed on Wednesday that it intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen, as Iran-backed Houthi terrorist organization claimed responsibility for the attack.

Netanyahu Vows No End to Gaza War Until Hamas Is Destroyed, Despite Possible Temporary Ceasefire for Hostage Deal
Netanyahu Vows No End to Gaza War Until Hamas Is Destroyed, Despite Possible Temporary Ceasefire for Hostage Deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Monday that Israel may agree to a temporary ceasefire to facilitate the release of hostages, but stressed unequivocally that the war against Hamas will not end until the terror group is completely defeated.

US News

RFK Jr. Orders FDA Review of Abortion Pill Following New Safety Concerns
RFK Jr. Orders FDA Review of Abortion Pill Following New Safety Concerns

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on May 14 that he has directed the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct a comprehensive review of the abortion pill mifepristone, citing newly surfaced data indicating a significantly higher rate of serious adverse events than previously reported.

Federal Judge Upholds Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act for Gang Member Deportations, But Demands Due Process Protections
Federal Judge Upholds Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act for Gang Member Deportations, But Demands Due Process Protections

A federal judge on Tuesday upheld the Trump administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to deport Venezuelan nationals affiliated with the Tren de Aragua gang, designating them as members of a “foreign terrorist organization.” However, the judge also ruled that the administration has failed to provide adequate notice to those subject to deportation under the statute.

Supreme Court Takes Aim at Nationwide Injunctions as Trump Challenges Birthright Citizenship Rulings
Supreme Court Takes Aim at Nationwide Injunctions as Trump Challenges Birthright Citizenship Rulings

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a landmark case Thursday that could significantly limit the power of lower court judges to block presidential policies nationwide — a tool increasingly used in recent years against both Republican and Democratic administrations.

Trump Announces Major Executive Order To Slash Drug Prices
Trump Announces Major Executive Order To Slash Drug Prices

President Donald Trump announced plans to sign an executive order Monday to slash U.S. drug prices by 30% to 80% through a “Most Favored Nation” policy.

Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected As First American Pope
Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected As First American Pope

Robert Prevost was elected as the first American pope on Thursday, appearing on the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica as Leo XIV.

Christian News

Concerns Over Wife Of Jailed Pastor In Iran
Concerns Over Wife Of Jailed Pastor In Iran

There was concern Friday about the detained wife of Pastor Joseph Shahbazian, who was sentenced to ten years’ imprisonment for his Christian work in Iran.

Belarus Bans Christian Group In Broader Crackdown
Belarus Bans Christian Group In Broader Crackdown

Authorities in autocratically-ruled Belarus have banned an organization that united leaders of several denominations to highlight reported persecution of devoted Christians in the country, sources confirmed Friday.

Islamists Kill Christians In Nigerian States
Islamists Kill Christians In Nigerian States

Islamic militants have targeted Christian communities in several states of Nigeria in recent days, killing and injuring numerous believers, Christians told Worthy News early Friday.

Pakistan Christian Tortured To Death
Pakistan Christian Tortured To Death

Authorities have detained a suspect in the May 12 killing of a young Christian man in Pakistan’s Punjab province after hundreds of Christians demanded justice, sources told Worthy News Wednesday.

Abducted Christian Asher Atray Murdered In Pakistan
Abducted Christian Asher Atray Murdered In Pakistan

Asher Atray, the young Christian lineman of Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) who was abducted last month, has been killed, Christians confirmed Tuesday.