Prophecy News Watch - February 21, 2022
Around the World
‘Russia Prepares Europe’s Biggest War Since 1945’
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned that Europe is heading towards its most significant armed conflict since the end of World War Two. He made the comments as the West fears for an imminent full-scale Russian invasion into Ukraine, where a flare-up of fighting has been seen between Ukrainian government forces and Russian-backed separatists.
Ethiopia Starts Hydropower Worrying Neighbors
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has launched electricity production from the country's mega-dam on the Blue Nile river, despite opposition from neighbors Egypt and Sudan.
Putin Oversees Nuclear Drills, US Says Russian Forces ‘Poised to Strike’ Ukraine
Russia’s strategic nuclear forces held exercises overseen by President Vladimir Putin on Saturday, and Washington accused Russian troops massed near Ukraine‘s border of advancing and being “poised to strike.”
Canada Freedom Convoy: Nearly 200 arrested as Ottawa police push new charges for protesters
Ottawa, Canada, police announced Sunday morning that so far 191 arrests have been made, warning that a law enforcement operation was continuing downtown to clear out trucks and anti-vaccine mandate demonstrators who have been protesting in the area for weeks.
Russia Extends Troop Deployment in Belarus Indefinitely Amid Stepped Up Fighting in Eastern Ukraine
Russia will extend its military deployment in Belarus indefinitely in response to renewed fighting in eastern Ukraine, the Belarusian Defense Ministry announced on Sunday – the day the joint maneuvers were supposedly to have ended.
USAF Sends F-35s, B-52s, F-15s to Europe as NATO Ministers Opt for More Deterrence
The U.S. Air Force sent F-35 fighters to Germany days after a B-52 Bomber Task Force arrived in England to reassure Allies amid increasing tensions in Eastern Europe. The deployments come as defense ministers from across the NATO alliance decided Feb. 16 to further strengthen deterrence and defense in response to Russia’s aggression on the Ukraine border.
Separatists Announce Mobilization Amid Fears Of Russian Invasion
Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine have ordered a total military mobilization amid mounting violence in the war-torn region.
Heavily Armed Canada Police Start Breaking COVID Protests
Canadian police detained protesters Friday to break the three-week “Freedom Convoy” by truckers and others angry over the country’s COVID-19 restrictions, including vaccine mandates.
US: ‘Up To 190,000 Russian Troops In, Near Ukraine’
The United States says Russia has likely amassed as many as 190,000 troops near and in Ukraine, suggesting a full-scale invasion remains possible.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli PM: Iran nuke deal will bring ‘more violent’ Mideast
Israel’s prime minister on Sunday criticized an emerging deal over Iran‘s nuclear program, saying it would be weaker than a previous agreement and would create a “more violent, more volatile Middle East.”
Israel to open to unvaccinated tourists starting March 1
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Health Minister Nitzan Horowitz announced Sunday a plan to ease certain COVID restrictions on travel and education, set to come into effect on March 1.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court to hear case over Trump-era ‘Remain in Mexico’ border policy
The Supreme Court said Friday it will take up a case involving the Biden administration’s attempt to end the Trump-era “Remain in Mexico” border policy.
77 Percent of GOP Lawmakers Warn Biden About Securing Iran Nuclear Deal Without Congress’ Approval
More than 160 House Republicans have signed a letter to President Biden, signaling their intention to try to halt any deal made with Iran that is not approved by Congress.
Fence to be installed around Capitol building for potential Freedom Convoy protests
A fence will be placed around the Capitol building next week ahead of President Joe Biden's State of the Union address in advance of a potential "Freedom Convoy" trucker protest.
‘Russia Prepares Europe’s Biggest War Since 1945’
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned that Europe is heading towards its most significant armed conflict since the end of World War Two. He made the comments as the West fears for an imminent full-scale Russian invasion into Ukraine, where a flare-up of fighting has been seen between Ukrainian government forces and Russian-backed separatists.
Ethiopia Starts Hydropower Worrying Neighbors
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has launched electricity production from the country's mega-dam on the Blue Nile river, despite opposition from neighbors Egypt and Sudan.
Putin Oversees Nuclear Drills, US Says Russian Forces ‘Poised to Strike’ Ukraine
Russia’s strategic nuclear forces held exercises overseen by President Vladimir Putin on Saturday, and Washington accused Russian troops massed near Ukraine‘s border of advancing and being “poised to strike.”
Canada Freedom Convoy: Nearly 200 arrested as Ottawa police push new charges for protesters
Ottawa, Canada, police announced Sunday morning that so far 191 arrests have been made, warning that a law enforcement operation was continuing downtown to clear out trucks and anti-vaccine mandate demonstrators who have been protesting in the area for weeks.
Russia Extends Troop Deployment in Belarus Indefinitely Amid Stepped Up Fighting in Eastern Ukraine
Russia will extend its military deployment in Belarus indefinitely in response to renewed fighting in eastern Ukraine, the Belarusian Defense Ministry announced on Sunday – the day the joint maneuvers were supposedly to have ended.
USAF Sends F-35s, B-52s, F-15s to Europe as NATO Ministers Opt for More Deterrence
The U.S. Air Force sent F-35 fighters to Germany days after a B-52 Bomber Task Force arrived in England to reassure Allies amid increasing tensions in Eastern Europe. The deployments come as defense ministers from across the NATO alliance decided Feb. 16 to further strengthen deterrence and defense in response to Russia’s aggression on the Ukraine border.
Separatists Announce Mobilization Amid Fears Of Russian Invasion
Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine have ordered a total military mobilization amid mounting violence in the war-torn region.
Heavily Armed Canada Police Start Breaking COVID Protests
Canadian police detained protesters Friday to break the three-week “Freedom Convoy” by truckers and others angry over the country’s COVID-19 restrictions, including vaccine mandates.
US: ‘Up To 190,000 Russian Troops In, Near Ukraine’
The United States says Russia has likely amassed as many as 190,000 troops near and in Ukraine, suggesting a full-scale invasion remains possible.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli PM: Iran nuke deal will bring ‘more violent’ Mideast
Israel’s prime minister on Sunday criticized an emerging deal over Iran‘s nuclear program, saying it would be weaker than a previous agreement and would create a “more violent, more volatile Middle East.”
Israel to open to unvaccinated tourists starting March 1
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Health Minister Nitzan Horowitz announced Sunday a plan to ease certain COVID restrictions on travel and education, set to come into effect on March 1.
Inside the United States
Supreme Court to hear case over Trump-era ‘Remain in Mexico’ border policy
The Supreme Court said Friday it will take up a case involving the Biden administration’s attempt to end the Trump-era “Remain in Mexico” border policy.
77 Percent of GOP Lawmakers Warn Biden About Securing Iran Nuclear Deal Without Congress’ Approval
More than 160 House Republicans have signed a letter to President Biden, signaling their intention to try to halt any deal made with Iran that is not approved by Congress.
Fence to be installed around Capitol building for potential Freedom Convoy protests
A fence will be placed around the Capitol building next week ahead of President Joe Biden's State of the Union address in advance of a potential "Freedom Convoy" trucker protest.