CBN General News

• Trump 'Cautiously Optimistic' for Iran Deal, Delivers Ultimatum; Israel Targets Hezbollah in Strikes

  The U.S. and Iran could be closing in on a deal to end the war as President Trump delivers another ultimatum. Israel has also delivered a major military strike against terrorism in Lebanon.

• 'Loot and Theft of Christian Institutions': Indian Law Targets Nonprofits, 22,000 Already Hit

  India's government is facing growing backlash for proposing to change a key law that regulates foreign funding for nonprofit organizations. It's led to complaints of Christian persecution.

• WATCH the 75th National Day of Prayer Here: 'Glorify God Among the Nations'

  Christians will pause in the coming week for a historic 75th annual National Day of Prayer event, which arrives as America celebrates its 250th anniversary. This year's theme is "Glorify God among the nations, seeking Him in all generations," focusing on intergenerational unity and giving glory to God for the nation's history.

• Rubio Answers CBN News with a 1-Minute Master Class on His 'Deep Faith for God and Country'

  Secretary of State Marco Rubio made headlines on Tuesday while declaring Operation Epic Fury is over in Iran, but he also gave an eloquent response when asked by CBN News about a deeper question – his hope for America.

• 'Shocked': Canadian Hospital Told Priest with Broken Hip He Might Need to Consider Assisted Suicide

  A Catholic priest in Canada who broke his hip was told by medical professionals at Vancouver General Hospital in British Columbia that he might want to consider assisted suicide.

• Rubio Announces End of Initial US Iran Strike 'Epic Fury' as Trump Pauses 'Project Freedom' in Hormuz Strait

  While  U.S. officials say a fragile ceasefire with Iran is still holding, new attacks in the region and growing economic concerns show just how volatile the situation remains. The Trump administration says it wants peace. However, it's also warning Tehran not to test American resolve.

• 'Jewish People in America Are Afraid': Faith Leaders Rally on Capitol Hill Amid Antisemitism Spike

  A major pro-Israel push is underway on Capitol Hill this week, as hundreds of faith leaders and supporters gather for what's known as Israel Advocacy Day. The event comes at a time of growing concern over antisemitism in the United States—an issue participants say is becoming more urgent by the day.

• Push Grows to Build John Adams Family Memorial Ahead of America's 250th Anniversary

  As the United States prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence this summer, momentum is building in Washington to honor one of the nation's most influential founding families—the Adamses—with a new memorial in the nation's capital.

• For New Mothers, Support Can Be the Difference Between Life and Death

  I knew my daughter was not a mistake. I also knew that raising her was going to be very hard. These competing realizations – prompted by a positive pregnancy test when I was just 15 – may have deterred some girls from choosing life. Thankfully, I didn't have to undergo an unwanted abortion because I was blessed to have support.  

• Iran Fires Missiles, Drones at UAE in Ceasefire Violation as Trump Stresses Importance of Iran 'Mini-War'

  The month-long U.S-Iranian ceasefire is on shaky ground after Iran attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz and fired missiles at the United Arab Emirates.

• Shooting Near the White House After Man Spotted with a Gun

  Another shooting involving the Secret Service unfolded in our nation's capital on Monday after officers shot an armed person near the White House.

• Researchers Discover 'Breakthrough' Manuscripts by Apostle Paul

  Researchers backed by the University of Glasgow have discovered dozens of previously lost pages from one of the earliest manuscripts of New Testament writings by the Apostle Paul.

• Judeo-Christian Zionist Congress Founded to Counter Raging Antisemitism, 'War of the Narrative'

  As concerns over antisemitism continue to grow, a unique gathering in the United States is bringing together influential voices from Jewish, Christian, and Arab communities in a historic alliance that many believe is critically needed.

• Hundreds Declare Jesus Lord in 'Baptize California' at Pirate's Cove, and It's Not Over

  Hundreds of believers took the plunge at Baptize California over the weekend, publicly declaring their faith in Jesus Christ. "Today we gathered for Baptize California and saw revival breaking out on the shores of Pirates Cove," the Baptize organization stated in a post.

• Escaped Spy Reveals How Beijing Hunts Dissidents in US: 'Constant Threats'

  He is the first former member of China's secret police to speak publicly about Beijing's active campaign to silence Chinese pro-democracy voices overseas.   

• Trump: We're 'Not Leaving' Yet as US Begins Guiding Ships Through Hormuz Strait, Iran Lashes Out

  The U.S. military says two American-flagged merchant ships successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz on Monday as President Trump says the U.S. isn't leaving the region yet. Iran immediately retaliated with strikes on British cargo ships and more.

• Supreme Court Restores Access to Abortion-by-Mail After Lower Court Halted It

  The Supreme Court restored broad access to the abortion pill Mifepristone Monday morning, blocking a ruling that had halted delivery of abortion pills by mail across the nation.

• Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized in Critical Condition, His Spokesman Says

  A spokesman for Rudolph Giuliani says the ex-mayor of New York City and former Trump adviser is in critical but stable condition at a hospital. Spokesman Ted Goodman didn’t say what sent the 81-year-old to the hospital or how long he’s been there. 

• UK Pastor Exposes Shocking Details About His Dramatic Arrest: 'They'll Never Stop Me'

  A crackdown on free speech and religious liberty in England has once again led to outrage. A shocking video shows authorities hauling away a 66-year-old street preacher and grandfather in handcuffs. His alleged "crime?" He was publicly sharing the gospel and speaking out about Islam.

• Is THIS the Most Compelling Archaeological Evidence For Jesus?

  New Testament scholar Jeremiah J. Johnston believes the most compelling archaeological evidence for Jesus is the famed Shroud of Turin, a burial cloth believed by some to show an image created during Christ’s resurrection.