Prophecy News Watch - March 17, 2026

Around the World
Europe Declines Trump’s Request For Warships To Free Hormuz
In an unprecedented rebuke to U.S. President Donald J. Trump, European countries on Monday declined his request to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz, which carried about one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas until its effective closure by Iran.
Hungary-Ukraine War Of Words Escalates Ahead Of Hungarian Elections (Worthy News Radio)
A bitter war of words between Hungary and Ukraine has escalated sharply ahead of Hungary’s crucial April 12 elections, with both sides trading accusations over threats, energy supplies, and alleged political interference.
Trump Putting Pressure On International Community To Help Secure Strait Of Hormuz
As President Donald Trump looks to several countries to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. and Israel continue to pound Iran.
Suspected Iran-Linked Terror Group Targets Jewish Sites Across Europe
A previously unknown terrorist organization with suspected links to Iran has claimed responsibility for a series of attacks on Jewish targets across Europe, raising alarms among security officials and Jewish communities.
Russia Tests Internet Shutdown System, Disrupting Life in Moscow
Russia is expanding tests of a nationwide system designed to shut down internet access during times of unrest, leaving millions in Moscow temporarily cut off from mobile data and online services, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches Ground Operation in Southern Lebanon to Target Hezbollah Infrastructure
The Israeli military has launched a targeted ground operation in southern Lebanon aimed at dismantling Hezbollah’s terrorist infrastructure and strengthening security for communities in northern Israel.

Inside the United States
IDF: Michigan Synagogue Attacker’s Brother Hezbollah Commander
Israel Defense Forces said Sunday the brother of the suspect in last week’s Michigan synagogue attack was a Hezbollah terrorist.
Trump Launches Anti-fraud Task Force, Vance To Lead
President Donald Trump launched an anti-fraud task force on Monday, and appointed Vice President JD Vance to lead it.
Red States Push to Eliminate Income Taxes as Blue States Move to Raise Taxes on the Wealthy
A growing divide is emerging across the United States as Republican-led states move to slash or eliminate personal income taxes while Democratic-led states push to raise taxes on high earners.

Christian News
Killing Of Christian Youth In Pakistan Sparks Outrage; Police Arrest One Suspect
Pakistani police have launched a murder investigation after a young Christian man was brutally killed in the eastern city of Lahore, shocking members of the country’s small Christian community, investigators told Worthy News.