Prophecy News Watch - August 28, 2025
Around the World
Erdogan Unveils Turkey’s “Steel Dome” Air Defense System, Hails New Era in National Security
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday formally inaugurated Turkey's integrated air defense network, dubbed the "Steel Dome," marking what he called a "watershed moment" for the nation's security and defense industry.
Denmark Summons U.S. Envoy Over Alleged Interference In Greenland Amid Historic Apology to Greenlandic Women
Denmark’s prime minister on Wednesday condemned alleged U.S. interference in Greenland and issued a historic apology to thousands of the territory’s Inuit women subjected to forced contraception under Danish rule.
Trump Slaps 50% Tariffs on India to Protect U.S. Interests, Punish Russian Oil Trade
The United States on Wednesday enforced steep new tariffs on Indian goods, a move President Donald Trump says is necessary to protect American workers and punish countries that continue funding Moscow’s war in Ukraine through Russian oil purchases.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Monumental 2,800-Year-Old Dam Uncovered in City of David – Largest Ever Found in Ancient Israel
Archaeologists in Jerusalem's City of David have uncovered the largest dam ever found in ancient Israel, a monumental waterworks dating back nearly 2,800 years to the reign of Kings Joash or Amaziah of Judah.
White House Prepares for Gaza Summit as Trump Pushes Hostage Release, Hamas Accountability
The White House is preparing to host a pivotal summit Wednesday as President Donald Trump seeks to present a "comprehensive plan" for Gaza's future, with his Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff underscoring the administration's insistence on full hostage freedom and Hamas accountability.
IDF Intensifies Gaza Operations, Eliminates Senior Hamas Security Chief
The Israeli military confirmed Wednesday that the Israeli Air Force (IAF) eliminated Mahmoud al-Aswad, Hamas's General Security Apparatus leader in western Gaza, in a targeted strike carried out last Friday.
Inside the United States
U.S. Tariff Revenues Surge, Bessent Projects Over $500 Billion Annually
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday that annual revenues from President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs may exceed $500 billion, with August already showing a major surge in customs duty collections and September expected to climb even higher.
Two Children Killed, 17 Injured in Minneapolis Church School Mass Shooting
Two children were killed and 17 others wounded Wednesday morning when a gunman opened fire during a school mass at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in south Minneapolis, authorities said.
Christian News
Christians Mobilize to Aid Victims of Pakistan’s Deadly Floods Amid Escalating Crisis
Christians in Pakistan are stepping up relief efforts for victims of catastrophic monsoon floods that have left hundreds dead, displaced more than 200,000 people, and wiped out entire villages, church leaders said Wednesday.
Church of England Apologizes After Conviction of Evangelical Leader for Abuse
The Church of England has apologized after the former leader of a once-celebrated evangelical congregation in Sheffield was convicted earlier this month of sexually abusing women in his flock during the 1980s and 1990s.
Worthy Insights
Scientists Say They’ve Created a New Form of Life More Perfect Than the One Nature Made
Scientists at the Medical Research Council's Laboratory of Molecular Biology say they've engineered a bacteria whose genetic code is more efficient than any other lifeform on Earth.
Signs of Revival as Searches for ‘Jesus,’ ‘Bible’ Near All-Time Highs, Church Construction Exploding
There are multiple signs that revival has broken out in the United States, based on Google searches alone. But there are other indicators, too.
Erdogan Unveils Turkey’s “Steel Dome” Air Defense System, Hails New Era in National Security
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday formally inaugurated Turkey's integrated air defense network, dubbed the "Steel Dome," marking what he called a "watershed moment" for the nation's security and defense industry.
Denmark Summons U.S. Envoy Over Alleged Interference In Greenland Amid Historic Apology to Greenlandic Women
Denmark’s prime minister on Wednesday condemned alleged U.S. interference in Greenland and issued a historic apology to thousands of the territory’s Inuit women subjected to forced contraception under Danish rule.
Trump Slaps 50% Tariffs on India to Protect U.S. Interests, Punish Russian Oil Trade
The United States on Wednesday enforced steep new tariffs on Indian goods, a move President Donald Trump says is necessary to protect American workers and punish countries that continue funding Moscow’s war in Ukraine through Russian oil purchases.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Monumental 2,800-Year-Old Dam Uncovered in City of David – Largest Ever Found in Ancient Israel
Archaeologists in Jerusalem's City of David have uncovered the largest dam ever found in ancient Israel, a monumental waterworks dating back nearly 2,800 years to the reign of Kings Joash or Amaziah of Judah.
White House Prepares for Gaza Summit as Trump Pushes Hostage Release, Hamas Accountability
The White House is preparing to host a pivotal summit Wednesday as President Donald Trump seeks to present a "comprehensive plan" for Gaza's future, with his Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff underscoring the administration's insistence on full hostage freedom and Hamas accountability.
IDF Intensifies Gaza Operations, Eliminates Senior Hamas Security Chief
The Israeli military confirmed Wednesday that the Israeli Air Force (IAF) eliminated Mahmoud al-Aswad, Hamas's General Security Apparatus leader in western Gaza, in a targeted strike carried out last Friday.
Inside the United States
U.S. Tariff Revenues Surge, Bessent Projects Over $500 Billion Annually
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday that annual revenues from President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs may exceed $500 billion, with August already showing a major surge in customs duty collections and September expected to climb even higher.
Two Children Killed, 17 Injured in Minneapolis Church School Mass Shooting
Two children were killed and 17 others wounded Wednesday morning when a gunman opened fire during a school mass at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in south Minneapolis, authorities said.
Christian News
Christians Mobilize to Aid Victims of Pakistan’s Deadly Floods Amid Escalating Crisis
Christians in Pakistan are stepping up relief efforts for victims of catastrophic monsoon floods that have left hundreds dead, displaced more than 200,000 people, and wiped out entire villages, church leaders said Wednesday.
Church of England Apologizes After Conviction of Evangelical Leader for Abuse
The Church of England has apologized after the former leader of a once-celebrated evangelical congregation in Sheffield was convicted earlier this month of sexually abusing women in his flock during the 1980s and 1990s.
Worthy Insights
Scientists Say They’ve Created a New Form of Life More Perfect Than the One Nature Made
Scientists at the Medical Research Council's Laboratory of Molecular Biology say they've engineered a bacteria whose genetic code is more efficient than any other lifeform on Earth.
Signs of Revival as Searches for ‘Jesus,’ ‘Bible’ Near All-Time Highs, Church Construction Exploding
There are multiple signs that revival has broken out in the United States, based on Google searches alone. But there are other indicators, too.