736 known or suspected terrorists apprehended at U.S. border in fiscal 2023
There were 736 known or suspected terrorists (KSTs) apprehended at the northern and southern borders in fiscal 2023.
Month: October 2023
Pentagon outlines multiple Chinese attack plans for Taiwan
China’s military is building up forces for an attack on Taiwan that could take place in the coming years as part of a campaign by President Xi Jinping for “national rejuvenation,” according to the latest Pentagon’s annual report on the Chinese military.
Violent crime is falling nationally, but not in pro-criminal California
While violent crime dropped nationally in 2022, California has once again proven that it is inept at providing its residents with any increase in safety or quality of life.
Israel Army Reveals Graphic ‘Black Sabbath’ Footage Amid Antisemitism (Video)
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have taken journalists on tour to share evidence of the horrors of “Black Sabbath” on Saturday, October 7, when Hamas killed over 1,000 Israelis, including men, women, and children.
Red Cross Says Two More Hostages Freed By Hamas
The International Committee of the Red Cross says the Palestinian militant group Hamas set free two more hostages taken captive from Israel in its worst attacks on record.
Pakistan Tests Nuclear-Capable Missile As World Faces Nuclear Turmoil
Pakistan has test-fired a potentially nuclear Ababeel missile with a range of up to 2200 kilometers (1,367 miles) on the same day the United States conducted a nuclear test, several defense sources confirmed Monday.
US antisemitic crimes increased by 36% between 2021-2022, report shows
A new report by the FBI shows that hate crimes against Jews in the US rose 36% from 2021 to 2022, making up over half of all reported religion-based hate crimes during that period, the Washington Times reports.
Ukraine Fears Over China’s Drones Move After Russian Strike Kills Many
Kyiv fears that China’s move to place restrictions on exports of drones could hit supplies at a time when Ukraine steps up its counter-offensive against invading Russian troops despite deadly strikes.
IDF uses new “Iron Sting” precision-guided mortar bomb to strike Hamas terror targets
A commando unit in the Israel Defense Forces has begun using “Iron Sting,” an innovative precision-guided mortar bomb that allows it to strike terrorist targets with significantly reduced collateral damage, i24News reports. Israel has been fighting the Hamas terror group in the Gaza Strip since the brutal surprise attack and on Israeli civilians of October 7.
‘Hundreds Killed’ As Israel Hits Hamas Infrastructure
The health ministry in Gaza, which is under the control of Hamas, reported on Monday that 436 people had been killed in the previous 24 hours. These casualties occurred as Israeli airstrikes continued in the aftermath of what has been described as one of the worst atrocities against Jewish people since the Holocaust. In Israel, the terrorist attack committed by Hamas on October 6 is now referred to as “Black Sabbath.”
Evangelical Mike Johnson ‘Raised Up’ as House Speaker
After weeks of turmoil, House Republicans elected Rep. Mike Johnson on Wednesday as the new speaker of the House, an act the Louisiana congressman suggested was ordained by God.
US budget gap soars to $1.7 trillion, largest outside COVID era
The U.S. government on Friday posted a $1.695 trillion budget deficit in fiscal 2023, a 23% jump from the prior year as revenues fell and outlays for Social Security, Medicare and record-high interest costs on the federal debt rose.
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association announces major Europe gathering to reinvigorate evangelism
The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association is preparing to gather Christian leaders from around Europe for a major gathering on evangelism.
US gets personnel out of Iraq, warns citizens not to visit
The US State Department on Sunday ordered the departure of all non-emergency embassy personnel and their families from its Baghdad and Erbil embassies in Iraq, “due to increased security threats against US personnel and interests.”
US Concerned About Mideast Escalation Amid Pending Israeli Offensive (Videos)
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed concern Sunday about the rapidly evolving tensions in the Middle East, suggesting they could escalate into a broader armed conflict involving Iran.
Israel Facing Growing Arab Pressure Over War Against Hamas
Two Western allies that made peace with Israel decades ago are losing patience with its two-week-old war against Hamas.
Israel Soldier Killed, Three Others Injured
An Israeli soldier was killed and three other troops wounded as they entered the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip ahead of an expected massive ground offensive, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Sunday.
China, US Rush War Ships To Mideast As Fears Mount Of Broader Conflict
Fears were mounting Sunday that the Israel-Hamas war will grow into a broader armed conflict in the Middle East, centered around the Jewish nation, with the U.S. and its allies on one side and China and its partner Russia on the other.
Israel Vows To Intensify Air Strikes After Killing ‘Dozens Of Terrorists’
Israel’s military said Sunday it would intensify airstrikes on Gaza after “killing dozens of terrorists” in overnight attacks, but it warned Palestinians still in the north of the territory to flee south.
President Detroit Synagogue Killed; Investigation Ongoing
The president of a synagogue in the U.S. city of Detroit has been stabbed, police said, raising fears that the Israel-Hamas war is spreading to streets thousands of miles away.