Prophecy News Watch - March 20, 2026
Around the World
Saudi Arabia Signals Possible Military Response After Iranian Strike on Oil Facility
Saudi Arabia warned Thursday that it may take military action following an Iranian drone strike on a key oil installation, escalating tensions across the Middle East and raising concerns over regional stability and global energy supplies.
U.S. Launches Largest Strike Yet on Iran as Conflict Intensifies
The United States carried out its most extensive wave of strikes against Iran to date on Thursday, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signaled a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu: Iran’s Nuclear and Missile Capabilities ‘Neutralized’ as U.S.-Israel Campaign Intensifies
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Thursday that Iran has lost its ability to enrich uranium and manufacture ballistic missiles following nearly three weeks of coordinated U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing regional conflict.
Israel Strikes Iranian Navy in Caspian Sea, Expands “Operation Roaring Lion”
Israel dramatically expanded its military campaign against Iran, striking Iranian Navy targets in the Caspian Sea for the first time since the launch of “Operation Roaring Lion,” the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Thursday.
Inside the United States
FBI Reports Record Recovery of Missing Children as Crackdown Expands Nationwide
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced a historic surge in efforts to protect children, revealing it recovered more than 6,200 missing children in 2025 -- an increase of over 30 percent from the previous year.
Red States Move To Cut Income Taxes As Trump Eyes Federal Shift
As Republican-led states move to lower or eliminate income taxes, President Donald Trump's economic advisers have suggested moving ahead with broader state sales taxes to boost economic growth and wages for workers.
Republicans Defend, Democrats Vilify GOP Voter ID Bill
As a marathon debate over the SAVE America Act continues in the U.S. Senate, Republicans and Democrats are sparring over whether the voter ID bill would strengthen election security or discourage potential voters.
Federal Judge Blocks Arkansas Ten Commandments Law, State Vows Appeal
A federal judge has struck down an Arkansas law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, igniting a renewed national debate over faith, history, and the First Amendment.
FBI Revealed Former Counterterrorism Chief Joe Kent Was Under Active Investigation Prior to Resignation
The FBI has been investigating former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent for several months over allegations that he improperly shared classified information, according to multiple reports.
Saudi Arabia Signals Possible Military Response After Iranian Strike on Oil Facility
Saudi Arabia warned Thursday that it may take military action following an Iranian drone strike on a key oil installation, escalating tensions across the Middle East and raising concerns over regional stability and global energy supplies.
U.S. Launches Largest Strike Yet on Iran as Conflict Intensifies
The United States carried out its most extensive wave of strikes against Iran to date on Thursday, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signaled a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Netanyahu: Iran’s Nuclear and Missile Capabilities ‘Neutralized’ as U.S.-Israel Campaign Intensifies
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Thursday that Iran has lost its ability to enrich uranium and manufacture ballistic missiles following nearly three weeks of coordinated U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing regional conflict.
Israel Strikes Iranian Navy in Caspian Sea, Expands “Operation Roaring Lion”
Israel dramatically expanded its military campaign against Iran, striking Iranian Navy targets in the Caspian Sea for the first time since the launch of “Operation Roaring Lion,” the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Thursday.
Inside the United States
FBI Reports Record Recovery of Missing Children as Crackdown Expands Nationwide
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced a historic surge in efforts to protect children, revealing it recovered more than 6,200 missing children in 2025 -- an increase of over 30 percent from the previous year.
Red States Move To Cut Income Taxes As Trump Eyes Federal Shift
As Republican-led states move to lower or eliminate income taxes, President Donald Trump's economic advisers have suggested moving ahead with broader state sales taxes to boost economic growth and wages for workers.
Republicans Defend, Democrats Vilify GOP Voter ID Bill
As a marathon debate over the SAVE America Act continues in the U.S. Senate, Republicans and Democrats are sparring over whether the voter ID bill would strengthen election security or discourage potential voters.
Federal Judge Blocks Arkansas Ten Commandments Law, State Vows Appeal
A federal judge has struck down an Arkansas law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, igniting a renewed national debate over faith, history, and the First Amendment.
FBI Revealed Former Counterterrorism Chief Joe Kent Was Under Active Investigation Prior to Resignation
The FBI has been investigating former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent for several months over allegations that he improperly shared classified information, according to multiple reports.