Prophecy News Watch - April 24, 2025
Around the World
Istanbul Hit By Massive Quake Injuring Many
Panic-stricken people in Turkey’s largest city tried to stay awake early Thursday after a massive earthquake injured more than 150 people.
Vance Warns: Strike Peace Deal Now—Or U.S. Walks Away from Russia-Ukraine Talks
U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivered a stark message on Wednesday, stating that if Russia and Ukraine fail to agree on a peace deal soon, the United States will withdraw from the negotiation process altogether.
Bessent Says International Financial Institutions Aren’t Doing Their Job
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called on the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund to return to their original missions and hasten to restore balance to the global financial system.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Conducts Major Drill Simulating Full-Scale Iranian Missile Strike
The Israeli Air Force conducted a major military exercise this week, simulating a large-scale Iranian missile assault on key IDF installations previously targeted by Tehran during its strikes in April and October 2024, according to YNet News.
Palestinian President Angry At Hamas For Delaying Release Hostages
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has condemned Hamas as “sons of dogs” for delaying the release of Israeli hostages and said the group should disarm itself.
Inside the United States
Kennedy, FDA Announce Sweeping Ban on Artificial Food Dyes: “American Children Have Been Living in a Toxic Soup”
In a landmark move to address public health concerns, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Mary Makary announced Tuesday that the federal government will begin phasing out artificial, petroleum-based food dyes commonly used in everyday consumer products.
Many Colleges, Universities Ignore Trump’s Warning To Ditch DEI Or Lose Funding
The U.S. Department of Education in February warned colleges and universities that if they did not eliminate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs, they could risk losing federal funding.
California Grants Early Release to Illegal Immigrant Who Killed Two Americans
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s parole board has granted early release to an illegal immigrant convicted of killing two Americans.
‘Record Anti-Jewish Incidents In US’, Report Says
Antisemitic incidents in the United States reached the highest number on record since the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) began tracking such attacks 46 years ago, according to a new report.
Christian News
Pope’s Death Raising Eternity Questions
U.S. Evangelist Franklin Graham, who met Pope Francis last year, says the pontiff's death has raised questions about where he and others will spend eternity.
Istanbul Hit By Massive Quake Injuring Many
Panic-stricken people in Turkey’s largest city tried to stay awake early Thursday after a massive earthquake injured more than 150 people.
Vance Warns: Strike Peace Deal Now—Or U.S. Walks Away from Russia-Ukraine Talks
U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivered a stark message on Wednesday, stating that if Russia and Ukraine fail to agree on a peace deal soon, the United States will withdraw from the negotiation process altogether.
Bessent Says International Financial Institutions Aren’t Doing Their Job
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called on the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund to return to their original missions and hasten to restore balance to the global financial system.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Conducts Major Drill Simulating Full-Scale Iranian Missile Strike
The Israeli Air Force conducted a major military exercise this week, simulating a large-scale Iranian missile assault on key IDF installations previously targeted by Tehran during its strikes in April and October 2024, according to YNet News.
Palestinian President Angry At Hamas For Delaying Release Hostages
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has condemned Hamas as “sons of dogs” for delaying the release of Israeli hostages and said the group should disarm itself.
Inside the United States
Kennedy, FDA Announce Sweeping Ban on Artificial Food Dyes: “American Children Have Been Living in a Toxic Soup”
In a landmark move to address public health concerns, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Mary Makary announced Tuesday that the federal government will begin phasing out artificial, petroleum-based food dyes commonly used in everyday consumer products.
Many Colleges, Universities Ignore Trump’s Warning To Ditch DEI Or Lose Funding
The U.S. Department of Education in February warned colleges and universities that if they did not eliminate Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs, they could risk losing federal funding.
California Grants Early Release to Illegal Immigrant Who Killed Two Americans
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s parole board has granted early release to an illegal immigrant convicted of killing two Americans.
‘Record Anti-Jewish Incidents In US’, Report Says
Antisemitic incidents in the United States reached the highest number on record since the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) began tracking such attacks 46 years ago, according to a new report.
Christian News
Pope’s Death Raising Eternity Questions
U.S. Evangelist Franklin Graham, who met Pope Francis last year, says the pontiff's death has raised questions about where he and others will spend eternity.