Prophecy News Watch - April 24, 2026
Around the World
El Salvador Launches Massive Trial of MS-13 Members Accused of Tens of Thousands of Crimes
El Salvador has launched one of the largest criminal proceedings in modern history, placing 486 alleged members of the notorious Mara Salvatrucha (MS-13) on trial for a staggering 47,000 combined crimes.
Trump Orders Navy to “Shoot and Kill” Mine-Laying Boats in Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump on Thursday issued a stark directive to the U.S. Navy, ordering forces to “shoot and kill” any vessels attempting to lay mines in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, signaling a sharp escalation in enforcement amid ongoing tensions with Iran.
Iran’s ‘Internet Pro’ Rollout Seen as Tool of Control, Not Freedom
Iran’s Islamic regime is facing growing scrutiny after partially restoring internet access -- but only for select groups -- raising concerns that the move is less about openness and more about tightening control over information.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Promotes Massive Pride Festival at Dead Sea, Drawing Biblical Backlash
Israel’s Foreign Ministry is facing mounting criticism after promoting a large-scale LGBTQ+ festival set to take place this June along the shores of the Dead Sea—an area long associated in biblical tradition with the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah.
Trump Extends Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Tensions, Push for Peace Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump announced late Thursday that the ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah will be extended by three weeks, following renewed diplomatic engagement and fresh hostilities along the northern border.
Inside the United States
Senate Republicans Move to Restore Border Security Funding Amid DHS Standoff
Senate Republicans took a decisive step early Thursday to restore critical border enforcement operations, advancing a budget plan to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection despite unified Democrat opposition.
Congressional Approval Hits Historic Low Amid Gridlock, Poll Finds
American confidence in Congress has plunged to near-record lows, with just 10% of U.S. adults approving of how lawmakers are handling their jobs, according to a new survey from Gallup.
Virginia Judge Halts Certification of Controversial Redistricting Referendum as Legal Battles Intensify
A Virginia judge has temporarily blocked the state from certifying the results of a closely contested referendum that would allow Democrats to implement a new congressional map, escalating an already heated legal and political showdown over redistricting in the state.
Worthy Insights
100 Missionaries Deploy to 10/40 Window Amid Increasing Reports of Visions of ‘The Man in White’
Until recent ceasefire agreements in the Middle East, Christians who gathered to pray and worship in war zones regularly heard overhead missiles hit their targets – explosions happening as they courageously united to exalt the name of Jesus from secret locations.
US scientists devise new process to turn sewage sludge into 99% pure natural gas
Washington State University has transformed sewage sludge’s environmental liability into a valuable energy asset.
Researcher believes Noah’s Ark found in Turkey after new underground scans
Researchers working in Turkey say fresh scan data uncovered what appear to be tunnels inside a long-debated landform, bolstering their case that the site may be a manmade object that they believe to be Noah’s Ark.
El Salvador Launches Massive Trial of MS-13 Members Accused of Tens of Thousands of Crimes
El Salvador has launched one of the largest criminal proceedings in modern history, placing 486 alleged members of the notorious Mara Salvatrucha (MS-13) on trial for a staggering 47,000 combined crimes.
Trump Orders Navy to “Shoot and Kill” Mine-Laying Boats in Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump on Thursday issued a stark directive to the U.S. Navy, ordering forces to “shoot and kill” any vessels attempting to lay mines in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, signaling a sharp escalation in enforcement amid ongoing tensions with Iran.
Iran’s ‘Internet Pro’ Rollout Seen as Tool of Control, Not Freedom
Iran’s Islamic regime is facing growing scrutiny after partially restoring internet access -- but only for select groups -- raising concerns that the move is less about openness and more about tightening control over information.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Promotes Massive Pride Festival at Dead Sea, Drawing Biblical Backlash
Israel’s Foreign Ministry is facing mounting criticism after promoting a large-scale LGBTQ+ festival set to take place this June along the shores of the Dead Sea—an area long associated in biblical tradition with the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah.
Trump Extends Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Tensions, Push for Peace Talks
U.S. President Donald Trump announced late Thursday that the ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah will be extended by three weeks, following renewed diplomatic engagement and fresh hostilities along the northern border.
Inside the United States
Senate Republicans Move to Restore Border Security Funding Amid DHS Standoff
Senate Republicans took a decisive step early Thursday to restore critical border enforcement operations, advancing a budget plan to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection despite unified Democrat opposition.
Congressional Approval Hits Historic Low Amid Gridlock, Poll Finds
American confidence in Congress has plunged to near-record lows, with just 10% of U.S. adults approving of how lawmakers are handling their jobs, according to a new survey from Gallup.
Virginia Judge Halts Certification of Controversial Redistricting Referendum as Legal Battles Intensify
A Virginia judge has temporarily blocked the state from certifying the results of a closely contested referendum that would allow Democrats to implement a new congressional map, escalating an already heated legal and political showdown over redistricting in the state.
Worthy Insights
100 Missionaries Deploy to 10/40 Window Amid Increasing Reports of Visions of ‘The Man in White’
Until recent ceasefire agreements in the Middle East, Christians who gathered to pray and worship in war zones regularly heard overhead missiles hit their targets – explosions happening as they courageously united to exalt the name of Jesus from secret locations.
US scientists devise new process to turn sewage sludge into 99% pure natural gas
Washington State University has transformed sewage sludge’s environmental liability into a valuable energy asset.
Researcher believes Noah’s Ark found in Turkey after new underground scans
Researchers working in Turkey say fresh scan data uncovered what appear to be tunnels inside a long-debated landform, bolstering their case that the site may be a manmade object that they believe to be Noah’s Ark.