U.S. Patriot system likely damaged by Russian missile attack in Ukraine
A U.S. Patriot air defense system was likely damaged but not destroyed on Tuesday morning during a heavy Russian missile attack on Kyiv, officials told the media.
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Hungary Blocks Military Aid For Ukraine And Sanctions
Hungary’s nationalist government said Wednesday it would block the next tranche of European Union military support for Ukraine and any new sanctions against Russia unless Kyiv removes Hungary’s largest bank OTP from its list of war sponsors.
Several Killed In New Zealand Hostel Fire
New Zealand police said Wednesday that arson likely caused a fire that killed at least six people in a multistory hostel for vulnerable residents and others in the nation’s capital.
China says ready to ‘smash’ Taiwan self-rule as U.S. prepares major arms package, sends advisers
China is prepared to “resolutely smash any form of Taiwan independence,” its military said Tuesday, as the U.S. reportedly prepares to accelerate the sale of defensive weapons and other military assistance to the self-governing island democracy.
Ukraine’s Capital Hit By ‘Exceptional’ Russian Air Strikes (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine’s capital Kyiv has been targeted by massive Russian air strikes that authorities described as “exceptional in density.” The strikes were part of broader attacks, killing several civilians “over the past 24 hours,” officials said.
Deadly Cyclone Hits Bangladesh, Myanmar
A deadly cyclone hit the coastlines of Bangladesh and Myanmar, impacting millions of people, including those living in the world’s largest refugee camp.
Thailand Opposition Defeats Military Parties In Elections
After nearly a decade of military rule, Thailand’s opposition secured a stunning election victory Sunday after trouncing parties allied with the army.
Ukraine President ‘Secretly Plans’ To Hit Russia, Leaked US Documents Show (Worthy News In-Depth)
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has privately suggested hitting targets inside Russia despite publicly saying his country’s only military objective is to reclaim territory taken by Moscow, according to U.S. intelligence documents.
Turkey’s President Fails To Win Elections Outright; Second Round Called
Turkey’s presidential election is going to a runoff after long-time incumbent Recep Tayyip Erdogan failed to beat the opposition outright. He defeated his chief rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu but without the 50 percent vote threshold needed to avoid a second round within two weeks.
Turkey’s President Faces Tough Opposition Challenge (Worthy News Radio)
The polls closed Sunday in elections in which the opposition may unseat the country’s autocratic President, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. But it remained unclear whether an opposition victory would improve the plight of minority Christians in the country and others targeted by authorities.
Ukraine Claims Limited Victory Around Bakhmut (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine says it has recaptured ground in Bakhmut, in a rare advance after months of grinding Russian gains in the eastern city. But Moscow has denied the claims while the death toll is mounting in one of the longest and bloodiest since Russia’s invasion began more than 14 long months ago.
Christians Anxious As Court Frees Pakistan’s Ex-Premier Khan
Christians expressed anxiety Friday as Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan was released on bail Friday, a day after the Supreme Court ruled his detention on corruption charges was illegal.
Soul Searching In New York, Amsterdam Subway Attacks
The U.S. city of New York and the Dutch capital of Amsterdam were united Friday in dealing with the aftermaths of violence in their railway stations.
Germany Rocked By Deadly Shootings, Explosion
Germany was shaken Thursday by deadly shootings at a massive Mercedes-Benz car factory while police officers and firefighters were injured, some seriously, in a separate explosion in the western German town of Ratingen.
Russia Threatens Britain Over Missile Pledge To Ukraine
Russia has threatened an “adequate military response” after Britain pledged Thursday to supply Ukraine with long-range missiles to use in its battle against invading Russian forces.
Thailand Votes On Path To Ending Military Rule
Voters in Thailand prepared to go to the polls on Sunday in an election that could set the Asian nation on a path toward ending eight years of military rule, but uncertainty remains for Christian refugees.
Turkey’s Erdogan Might Lose Poll; Christians’ Plight Uncertain (Worthy News In-Depth)
The opposition may unseat the country’s autocratic President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in upcoming elections, but it remained unclear whether that would improve the plight of minority Christians, Worthy News established Friday.
Jordan air strikes kill prominent drug smuggler, target Iran-linked amphetamine factory in Syria
Jordan carried out airstrikes on southern Syria on Monday, targeting an Iran-linked drugs factory and killing well-known drug smuggler Merhi al-Ramthan and his family, The Medialine reports. The strikes came as Syria was reinstated in the Arab League earlier this month.
DRC: Over 400 people confirmed dead, 5000 missing in flooding, landslide
At least 422 people are now confirmed dead, and 5,000 are missing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) following an overwhelming combination of devastating floods and a severe landslide, the Watchers reports.
US: ‘Religious Freedom Worsening Worldwide’
The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has warned of “worsening religious freedom conditions around the world,” including for Christians and other groups.