Prophecy News Watch - April 23, 2026
Around the World
U.S. Freezes Dollar Shipments to Iraq, Pressuring Crackdown on Iran-Backed Militias
The Trump administration has halted shipments of U.S. dollars to Iraq and suspended portions of its security cooperation with Baghdad, escalating pressure on Iraqi leaders to confront powerful Iran-backed militias, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive citing U.S. and Iraqi officials.
Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire Deadline as Tensions Escalate in Strait of Hormuz
The United States has informed Israel that President Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire deadline with Iran until Sunday, according to Israeli officials, even as violence and uncertainty continue to cloud diplomatic efforts.
Trump: Iran Losing $500 Million Daily as Hormuz Pressure Mounts
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Iran is suffering severe financial losses due to ongoing restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, estimating the Islamic Republic is losing roughly $500 million per day.
EU Moves Toward Unlocking 90 Billion Ukraine Loan As Russian Oil Flows To Hungary, Slovakia (Worthy News In-Depth)
The European Union moved toward unlocking a 90 billion euro (about $106 billion) loan to Kyiv on Wednesday after officials said Russian oil was again flowing to Hungary and Slovakia following months of disruptions linked to the war in Ukraine.
EU Court Says Hungary Violated Core Rights, Incoming PM Magyar Faces Pressure (Worthy News In-Depth)
Hungary’s incoming conservative prime minister Péter Magyar has come under mounting pressure after the European Court of Justice ruled that Hungary violated “core values” of the European Union by adopting legislation it says discriminates against LGBTQ+ people.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S.-Brokered Israel–Lebanon Talks Raise Hope for Ceasefire Extension Amid Ongoing Clashes
Lebanon is seeking to extend a fragile ceasefire with Israel as officials from both nations prepare for a second round of U.S.-brokered talks in Washington, D.C., marking a rare moment of direct engagement after decades of hostility.
Inside the United States
DOJ Indicts Southern Poverty Law Center on Fraud, Money Laundering Charges Amid Broader Scrutiny
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a sweeping federal indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center, charging the nonprofit with fraud, money laundering, and deceptive financial practices in what officials describe as a long-running scheme involving extremist groups and donor funds.
Faith Leaders Urge Sec To Expand Retirement Options For Nonprofit Workers
Faith leaders and conservative groups want the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to change retirement rules they say hurt nonprofit and church workers.
Senate Democrats Vow To Make Budget Resolution Vote Painful For Republicans
Senate Republicans will kick off a vote-a-rama as soon as Wednesday evening on a budget resolution, unlocking a filibuster-proof way to fund ICE and Border Patrol.
Christian News
Pastor Detained While Preaching In Britain Vows To Fight Case ‘Like Apostle Paul’ (Worthy News Investigation)
A Christian pastor detained over the weekend while evangelizing in a British town says he will follow the example of Apostle Paul and prove to authorities he was targeted for preaching the Gospel.
Christians Killed In Coordinated Nigeria Attacks As Concerns Grow (Worthy News Focus)
Communities in Nigeria’s central Plateau state were grieving Tuesday after suspected Islamic gunmen killed at least eight Christians and injured 10 others in a series of coordinated overnight attacks, Christian sources said.
U.S. Freezes Dollar Shipments to Iraq, Pressuring Crackdown on Iran-Backed Militias
The Trump administration has halted shipments of U.S. dollars to Iraq and suspended portions of its security cooperation with Baghdad, escalating pressure on Iraqi leaders to confront powerful Iran-backed militias, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive citing U.S. and Iraqi officials.
Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire Deadline as Tensions Escalate in Strait of Hormuz
The United States has informed Israel that President Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire deadline with Iran until Sunday, according to Israeli officials, even as violence and uncertainty continue to cloud diplomatic efforts.
Trump: Iran Losing $500 Million Daily as Hormuz Pressure Mounts
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Iran is suffering severe financial losses due to ongoing restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, estimating the Islamic Republic is losing roughly $500 million per day.
EU Moves Toward Unlocking 90 Billion Ukraine Loan As Russian Oil Flows To Hungary, Slovakia (Worthy News In-Depth)
The European Union moved toward unlocking a 90 billion euro (about $106 billion) loan to Kyiv on Wednesday after officials said Russian oil was again flowing to Hungary and Slovakia following months of disruptions linked to the war in Ukraine.
EU Court Says Hungary Violated Core Rights, Incoming PM Magyar Faces Pressure (Worthy News In-Depth)
Hungary’s incoming conservative prime minister Péter Magyar has come under mounting pressure after the European Court of Justice ruled that Hungary violated “core values” of the European Union by adopting legislation it says discriminates against LGBTQ+ people.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S.-Brokered Israel–Lebanon Talks Raise Hope for Ceasefire Extension Amid Ongoing Clashes
Lebanon is seeking to extend a fragile ceasefire with Israel as officials from both nations prepare for a second round of U.S.-brokered talks in Washington, D.C., marking a rare moment of direct engagement after decades of hostility.
Inside the United States
DOJ Indicts Southern Poverty Law Center on Fraud, Money Laundering Charges Amid Broader Scrutiny
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a sweeping federal indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center, charging the nonprofit with fraud, money laundering, and deceptive financial practices in what officials describe as a long-running scheme involving extremist groups and donor funds.
Faith Leaders Urge Sec To Expand Retirement Options For Nonprofit Workers
Faith leaders and conservative groups want the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to change retirement rules they say hurt nonprofit and church workers.
Senate Democrats Vow To Make Budget Resolution Vote Painful For Republicans
Senate Republicans will kick off a vote-a-rama as soon as Wednesday evening on a budget resolution, unlocking a filibuster-proof way to fund ICE and Border Patrol.
Christian News
Pastor Detained While Preaching In Britain Vows To Fight Case ‘Like Apostle Paul’ (Worthy News Investigation)
A Christian pastor detained over the weekend while evangelizing in a British town says he will follow the example of Apostle Paul and prove to authorities he was targeted for preaching the Gospel.
Christians Killed In Coordinated Nigeria Attacks As Concerns Grow (Worthy News Focus)
Communities in Nigeria’s central Plateau state were grieving Tuesday after suspected Islamic gunmen killed at least eight Christians and injured 10 others in a series of coordinated overnight attacks, Christian sources said.