Prophecy News Watch - February 24, 2025
Around the World
Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition Amid Early-Stage Kidney Failure
Pope Francis remains in critical condition at the hospital, with blood tests indicating the 88-year-old pontiff is suffering from early-stage kidney failure, the Vatican suggested in a health update late Sunday.
Ukrainian President Open To Resign In Exchange For NATO Membership
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is willing to step down “immediately” if it secures peace for Ukraine and suggests to trade his resignation for the country’s membership of the NATO military alliance.
Christian Democrats Win German Vote, ‘But AfD Second’
Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU/CSU), led by Friedrich Merz, has won the German Federal Election, known for its anti-migration stance and considered right-wing, emerged as the second-largest faction, exit polls showed Sunday.
Ukraine Suffers Record Drone Attack Ahead Of 3rd Anniversary (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that Russia launched more than 200 drones in an overnight attack ahead of the third anniversary of the war against Russia. The attacks, the worst in the armed conflict so far, reportedly killed at least one civilian and was the latest bloodshed in Europe’s most brutal conflict in decades.
France, Germany Shocked By Knife Attacks Killing One, Injuring Several
France and Germany are reeling from knife attacks linked to Islamic extremism and antisemitism in which at least one person was killed and six injured.
Europe In Turmoil As Russia-US Design World Order (Worthy News Focus)
“I am thinking of leaving the Netherlands if there is a war again in Europe,” says Aafje van Kampen, a Dutch painter and graphic artist who happens to be the mother of a Worthy News agency reporter.
Mexico Worried About Possible US Intervention Changes Constitution
Mexico’s president unveiled constitutional reforms Thursday amid concerns over possible American military intervention in her country after U.S. President Donald J. Trump designated six Mexican drug cartels as “foreign terrorist” organizations.
Outrage in Kyiv Over Trump’s Remarks: ‘We Are a Sovereign Nation’
Ukraine has reacted angrily and in disbelief to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s claim that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is “a dictator with only four percent public support.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Deploys Tanks in West Bank Near Jenin for First Time in Two Decades, Escalating Anti-Terror Operations
Israel deployed tanks in Jenin for the first time in over 20 years on Sunday, signaling an extended military presence in northern Samaria as it intensifies counterterrorism operations in the region.
Thousands Chant ‘Death to Israel’ at Nasrallah’s Funeral Amid Israeli Jet Flyovers
Thousands dressed in black converged at Beirut's Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium to mourn Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, killed in an Israeli airstrike five months ago. As Israeli jets flew low overhead just as the funeral began, the crowd chanted "Death to Israel, death to America, we respond to your call, Nasrallah."
Hamas Releases Six Hostages After Handing Over Mother’s Body
Hamas released six Israeli hostages on Saturday, just hours after it handed over the body of hostage Shiri Bibas, a mother whose two children were killed.
Israel Mourns as Netanyahu Vows Justice for Young Victims of Hamas Atrocity (Video)
Israeli citizens were shocked when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday recounted the horrific events leading to the deaths of Ariel Bibas, aged 4, and Kfir Bibas, aged 1. Their bodies were returned to Israel on Thursday without their mother.
Netanyahu Calls to Expand Counterterror Operation After Bus Bombings
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced intensified Israeli counterterror efforts after Thursday's attempted bus bombings. The operation led to the detention of about 90 suspects and the confiscation of over 15 weapons.
Inside the United States
U.S. Education Department: DEI is a Civil Rights Violation
The U.S. Department of Education under the Trump administration says that race-based decisions in education – including race-based hiring, admissions, and scholarships – are unlawful, and any institution that does not comply with the department’s antidiscrimination requirements will face loss of federal funding.
Chinese Spies, Human Smugglers, Violent Criminals Latest ICE Arrests in Florida
An alleged Chinese spy, human smugglers and violent criminals are the latest to be arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other federal agents in Florida.
Christian News
Baptists Want US To Defund Planned Parenthood Over Abortions
The policy arm of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), the world’s largest Baptist church organization, wants the U.S. Congress to end the alleged killing of “millions of preborn sons and daughters” by defunding Planned Parenthood, America’s biggest abortion provider.
Worthy Insights
Hundreds of ministries to pray for 250 million students in Collegiate Day of Prayer
Hundreds of churches, ministries and individuals have committed to pray for 250 million students worldwide for the Collegiate Day of Prayer on Feb. 27.
Trump Fires Top U.S. General In Major Shakeup Of Pentagon Leadership
President Donald Trump on February 21 fired the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and dismissed five other admirals and generals in a major shake-up of the top leadership of the U.S. military.
Israel challenges Egypt on secret Sinai military buildup
Senior Israeli officials have approached Egypt regarding serious violations of peace agreement terms following mounting evidence of Egyptian military buildup in Sinai that exceeds previously agreed limits, Israel Hayom has learned.
Israeli scientists fuse ‘brain tissue’ and electronic chips to test autism treatment
Israeli entrepreneur and investor Shmulik Bezalel has traveled the world and donated funds for research to find a treatment for his son Itay who has low-functioning autism spectrum disorder. Itay is one of 254 million children and adults worldwide struggling with neuropsychiatric disorders without a suitable treatment.
‘Associated Press’ slammed for saying Bibas kids, their mother ‘died in captivity’
The Associated Press drew widespread criticism, including from members of Congress on both sides of the aisle, for stating that Shiri Bibas and her sons Ariel, 4, and Kfir, 9 months, “died in captivity.”
US Christians reaffirm Israel’s right to biblical heartland ahead of Trump annexation decision
A group of American Christian leaders are publicly reaffirming the Jewish people’s right to the biblical heartland of Israel, ahead of a key U.S. decision on Israeli sovereignty over the territory.
‘Demons exist’: Wikipedia Co-Founder Shares How Studying Hollywood Cults Led Him to Christ
Larry Sanger, Wikipedia co-founder, philosopher, and writer, was a devout atheist at one point in his life — but that all changed as his own philosophical writings started to challenge his belief system.
Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition Amid Early-Stage Kidney Failure
Pope Francis remains in critical condition at the hospital, with blood tests indicating the 88-year-old pontiff is suffering from early-stage kidney failure, the Vatican suggested in a health update late Sunday.
Ukrainian President Open To Resign In Exchange For NATO Membership
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is willing to step down “immediately” if it secures peace for Ukraine and suggests to trade his resignation for the country’s membership of the NATO military alliance.
Christian Democrats Win German Vote, ‘But AfD Second’
Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU/CSU), led by Friedrich Merz, has won the German Federal Election, known for its anti-migration stance and considered right-wing, emerged as the second-largest faction, exit polls showed Sunday.
Ukraine Suffers Record Drone Attack Ahead Of 3rd Anniversary (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that Russia launched more than 200 drones in an overnight attack ahead of the third anniversary of the war against Russia. The attacks, the worst in the armed conflict so far, reportedly killed at least one civilian and was the latest bloodshed in Europe’s most brutal conflict in decades.
France, Germany Shocked By Knife Attacks Killing One, Injuring Several
France and Germany are reeling from knife attacks linked to Islamic extremism and antisemitism in which at least one person was killed and six injured.
Europe In Turmoil As Russia-US Design World Order (Worthy News Focus)
“I am thinking of leaving the Netherlands if there is a war again in Europe,” says Aafje van Kampen, a Dutch painter and graphic artist who happens to be the mother of a Worthy News agency reporter.
Mexico Worried About Possible US Intervention Changes Constitution
Mexico’s president unveiled constitutional reforms Thursday amid concerns over possible American military intervention in her country after U.S. President Donald J. Trump designated six Mexican drug cartels as “foreign terrorist” organizations.
Outrage in Kyiv Over Trump’s Remarks: ‘We Are a Sovereign Nation’
Ukraine has reacted angrily and in disbelief to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s claim that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is “a dictator with only four percent public support.”
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Deploys Tanks in West Bank Near Jenin for First Time in Two Decades, Escalating Anti-Terror Operations
Israel deployed tanks in Jenin for the first time in over 20 years on Sunday, signaling an extended military presence in northern Samaria as it intensifies counterterrorism operations in the region.
Thousands Chant ‘Death to Israel’ at Nasrallah’s Funeral Amid Israeli Jet Flyovers
Thousands dressed in black converged at Beirut's Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium to mourn Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, killed in an Israeli airstrike five months ago. As Israeli jets flew low overhead just as the funeral began, the crowd chanted "Death to Israel, death to America, we respond to your call, Nasrallah."
Hamas Releases Six Hostages After Handing Over Mother’s Body
Hamas released six Israeli hostages on Saturday, just hours after it handed over the body of hostage Shiri Bibas, a mother whose two children were killed.
Israel Mourns as Netanyahu Vows Justice for Young Victims of Hamas Atrocity (Video)
Israeli citizens were shocked when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday recounted the horrific events leading to the deaths of Ariel Bibas, aged 4, and Kfir Bibas, aged 1. Their bodies were returned to Israel on Thursday without their mother.
Netanyahu Calls to Expand Counterterror Operation After Bus Bombings
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced intensified Israeli counterterror efforts after Thursday's attempted bus bombings. The operation led to the detention of about 90 suspects and the confiscation of over 15 weapons.
Inside the United States
U.S. Education Department: DEI is a Civil Rights Violation
The U.S. Department of Education under the Trump administration says that race-based decisions in education – including race-based hiring, admissions, and scholarships – are unlawful, and any institution that does not comply with the department’s antidiscrimination requirements will face loss of federal funding.
Chinese Spies, Human Smugglers, Violent Criminals Latest ICE Arrests in Florida
An alleged Chinese spy, human smugglers and violent criminals are the latest to be arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other federal agents in Florida.
Christian News
Baptists Want US To Defund Planned Parenthood Over Abortions
The policy arm of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), the world’s largest Baptist church organization, wants the U.S. Congress to end the alleged killing of “millions of preborn sons and daughters” by defunding Planned Parenthood, America’s biggest abortion provider.
Worthy Insights
Hundreds of ministries to pray for 250 million students in Collegiate Day of Prayer
Hundreds of churches, ministries and individuals have committed to pray for 250 million students worldwide for the Collegiate Day of Prayer on Feb. 27.
Trump Fires Top U.S. General In Major Shakeup Of Pentagon Leadership
President Donald Trump on February 21 fired the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and dismissed five other admirals and generals in a major shake-up of the top leadership of the U.S. military.
Israel challenges Egypt on secret Sinai military buildup
Senior Israeli officials have approached Egypt regarding serious violations of peace agreement terms following mounting evidence of Egyptian military buildup in Sinai that exceeds previously agreed limits, Israel Hayom has learned.
Israeli scientists fuse ‘brain tissue’ and electronic chips to test autism treatment
Israeli entrepreneur and investor Shmulik Bezalel has traveled the world and donated funds for research to find a treatment for his son Itay who has low-functioning autism spectrum disorder. Itay is one of 254 million children and adults worldwide struggling with neuropsychiatric disorders without a suitable treatment.
‘Associated Press’ slammed for saying Bibas kids, their mother ‘died in captivity’
The Associated Press drew widespread criticism, including from members of Congress on both sides of the aisle, for stating that Shiri Bibas and her sons Ariel, 4, and Kfir, 9 months, “died in captivity.”
US Christians reaffirm Israel’s right to biblical heartland ahead of Trump annexation decision
A group of American Christian leaders are publicly reaffirming the Jewish people’s right to the biblical heartland of Israel, ahead of a key U.S. decision on Israeli sovereignty over the territory.
‘Demons exist’: Wikipedia Co-Founder Shares How Studying Hollywood Cults Led Him to Christ
Larry Sanger, Wikipedia co-founder, philosopher, and writer, was a devout atheist at one point in his life — but that all changed as his own philosophical writings started to challenge his belief system.