Prophecy News Watch - August 26, 2025
Around the World
Syria Sanctions Officially Ended, Citing “Chance at Greatness” Under New Leadership
The Trump administration announced Monday that U.S. sanctions on Syria have been formally revoked, implementing President Donald Trump's June 30 executive order "Providing for the Revocation of Syria Sanctions." The sweeping step marks the first time in over two decades that Washington has fully dismantled its sanctions framework against Damascus.
Russia Claims New Gains in Donetsk as Trump Pushes for Putin-Zelensky Meeting
Russian forces on Saturday claimed control over two additional settlements in Ukraine's embattled Donetsk region, as the Kremlin pressed its slow but steady advance in the east while President Donald Trump renewed efforts to broker a direct meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Anti-Corruption Protests Spread in Indonesia, Skirmishes Reported (Worthy News Investigation)
Indonesian security forces fired tear gas Monday near the Parliament building in Jakarta as thousands gathered to demand the resignation of legislators, accusing them of heavy taxation and corruption.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel and Syria Reportedly Near Security Agreement Amid U.S.-Mediated Talks
Israel and Syria may be on the verge of signing a landmark security agreement after weeks of U.S.-mediated discussions, according to reports in Hebrew and Arab media.
Israel Regrets Killing Journalists In Gaza Hospital Strikes (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed Monday that Israel struck one of the main hospitals in the Gaza Strip, killing journalists and rescue workers in what he called a “tragic mishap.”
Trump Predicts Gaza War Will End in “Two to Three Weeks”
U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Monday that the war in Gaza will reach a “conclusive ending” within the next two to three weeks, though it remains unclear what his forecast is based on.
Israeli Strike on Gaza’s Nasser Hospital Kills 20, Including Journalists
An Israeli military strike on Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis killed at least 20 people on Monday morning, including five journalists, according to local health authorities and international media outlets.
Inside the United States
FDA Launches Real-Time Reporting of Adverse Event Data
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Friday that it has begun publishing daily reports of adverse event data, a move officials call a major leap toward "radical transparency" in public health oversight.
Trump Expands National Guard Presence in D.C. and Across U.S. to Bolster Crime Crackdown and Immigration Enforcement
The National Guard presence in the nation's capital has surged to nearly 2,300 troops as part of President Donald Trump's sweeping law-and-order initiative, while another 1,700 Guard members are being mobilized nationwide to support federal immigration enforcement.
Trump Signs Executive Orders to End Cashless Bail, Crack Down on Crime
President Donald Trump on Monday signed a series of executive orders aimed at ending cashless bail policies across the United States, escalating his administration’s push to crack down on crime and restore order in American cities.
Worthy Insights
They Used to Identify as LGBTQ, Now These Portland ‘Freedom Marchers’ Identify as Jesus-Followers
Rejecting LGBTQ identities to follow Jesus, men and women from across the nation gathered in Portland to evangelize, worship, pray and testify at the 14th annual Freedom March, organized by Rainbow Revival.
Ray Comfort’s Secrets to Effective Evangelism, Why He Believes the ‘Sinner’s Prayer’ is Unbiblical
Evangelist Ray Comfort is known for boldly sharing the Gospel through movies, social media, and other creative means, but the Living Waters founder also has a passion for in-person, one-on-one dialogue with young people.
Syria Sanctions Officially Ended, Citing “Chance at Greatness” Under New Leadership
The Trump administration announced Monday that U.S. sanctions on Syria have been formally revoked, implementing President Donald Trump's June 30 executive order "Providing for the Revocation of Syria Sanctions." The sweeping step marks the first time in over two decades that Washington has fully dismantled its sanctions framework against Damascus.
Russia Claims New Gains in Donetsk as Trump Pushes for Putin-Zelensky Meeting
Russian forces on Saturday claimed control over two additional settlements in Ukraine's embattled Donetsk region, as the Kremlin pressed its slow but steady advance in the east while President Donald Trump renewed efforts to broker a direct meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Anti-Corruption Protests Spread in Indonesia, Skirmishes Reported (Worthy News Investigation)
Indonesian security forces fired tear gas Monday near the Parliament building in Jakarta as thousands gathered to demand the resignation of legislators, accusing them of heavy taxation and corruption.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel and Syria Reportedly Near Security Agreement Amid U.S.-Mediated Talks
Israel and Syria may be on the verge of signing a landmark security agreement after weeks of U.S.-mediated discussions, according to reports in Hebrew and Arab media.
Israel Regrets Killing Journalists In Gaza Hospital Strikes (Worthy News In-Depth)
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed Monday that Israel struck one of the main hospitals in the Gaza Strip, killing journalists and rescue workers in what he called a “tragic mishap.”
Trump Predicts Gaza War Will End in “Two to Three Weeks”
U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Monday that the war in Gaza will reach a “conclusive ending” within the next two to three weeks, though it remains unclear what his forecast is based on.
Israeli Strike on Gaza’s Nasser Hospital Kills 20, Including Journalists
An Israeli military strike on Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis killed at least 20 people on Monday morning, including five journalists, according to local health authorities and international media outlets.
Inside the United States
FDA Launches Real-Time Reporting of Adverse Event Data
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Friday that it has begun publishing daily reports of adverse event data, a move officials call a major leap toward "radical transparency" in public health oversight.
Trump Expands National Guard Presence in D.C. and Across U.S. to Bolster Crime Crackdown and Immigration Enforcement
The National Guard presence in the nation's capital has surged to nearly 2,300 troops as part of President Donald Trump's sweeping law-and-order initiative, while another 1,700 Guard members are being mobilized nationwide to support federal immigration enforcement.
Trump Signs Executive Orders to End Cashless Bail, Crack Down on Crime
President Donald Trump on Monday signed a series of executive orders aimed at ending cashless bail policies across the United States, escalating his administration’s push to crack down on crime and restore order in American cities.
Worthy Insights
They Used to Identify as LGBTQ, Now These Portland ‘Freedom Marchers’ Identify as Jesus-Followers
Rejecting LGBTQ identities to follow Jesus, men and women from across the nation gathered in Portland to evangelize, worship, pray and testify at the 14th annual Freedom March, organized by Rainbow Revival.
Ray Comfort’s Secrets to Effective Evangelism, Why He Believes the ‘Sinner’s Prayer’ is Unbiblical
Evangelist Ray Comfort is known for boldly sharing the Gospel through movies, social media, and other creative means, but the Living Waters founder also has a passion for in-person, one-on-one dialogue with young people.