Prophecy News Watch - October 22, 2025
Around the World
Crown Jewels Worth $102 Million Stolen In France’s Dramatic Louvre Heist
French authorities said Tuesday that crown jewels stolen in a daring daylight heist at the Louvre Museum over the weekend are worth an estimated 88 million euros ($102 million) — excluding their immense historical value to France.
Khamenei Tells Trump to ‘Keep Dreaming’ Over Claims U.S. Destroyed Iran’s Nuclear Program
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Monday dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims that American airstrikes had wiped out Iran’s nuclear industry, telling the president to “keep dreaming.”
Armenian Clergy Arrests Deepen Church-State Rift As Christians Face Regional Pressure
Concerns mounted Monday over the fate of a bishop and 12 clergymen of the Armenian Apostolic Church who were detained amid a deepening standoff between church leaders and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s government — a dispute unfolding as Christians in the region face growing pressure.
Russia Rejects Europe’s Frontlines Proposal For Ukraine As Trump-Putin Summit In Doubt
Ukraine and its key European allies have declared that any negotiations to end the war with Russia must be based on the current line of contact, rejecting Moscow’s territorial demands, as doubts grow over a planned summit between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Vance Confident Gaza Ceasefire Will Hold, Warns Hamas of ‘Obliteration’ if Deal Collapses
U.S. Vice President JD Vance voiced optimism Tuesday that the fragile Gaza ceasefire would endure, even as he warned Hamas of total destruction should it fail to disarm under President Donald Trump’s Middle East peace plan.
Vance Optimistic With Gaza Peace Plan; Reiterates No U.S. Troops To Be On The Ground
No U.S. troops will be on the ground in Gaza, Vice President JD Vance reassured Americans during a visit to Israel on Tuesday.
Inside the United States
DHS Arrests 480,000 Illegal Immigrants in Nine Months; 70% Have Criminal Records
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has arrested more than 480,000 illegal immigrants in the past nine months -- with 70% of them convicted of crimes or facing criminal charges -- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Monday.
Senate Democrats Block Bill To End Government Shutdown For 11th Time
For the 11th time, U.S. Senate Democrats blocked legislation Monday evening to reopen and fund the federal government, indicating that Republicans’ strategy of waiting out the opposition isn't working.
Christian News
Texas Churches Vandalized With Anti-Trump Graffiti During “No Kings” Protests
Two San Antonio pastors are speaking out after their churches were vandalized over the weekend amid nationwide "No Kings" protests targeting the Trump administration.
Two North Carolina Churches Targeted in Suspected Arson Attacks
Authorities are investigating two suspected arson attacks on churches in a small North Carolina town after fires were deliberately set late Friday night.
Crown Jewels Worth $102 Million Stolen In France’s Dramatic Louvre Heist
French authorities said Tuesday that crown jewels stolen in a daring daylight heist at the Louvre Museum over the weekend are worth an estimated 88 million euros ($102 million) — excluding their immense historical value to France.
Khamenei Tells Trump to ‘Keep Dreaming’ Over Claims U.S. Destroyed Iran’s Nuclear Program
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Monday dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims that American airstrikes had wiped out Iran’s nuclear industry, telling the president to “keep dreaming.”
Armenian Clergy Arrests Deepen Church-State Rift As Christians Face Regional Pressure
Concerns mounted Monday over the fate of a bishop and 12 clergymen of the Armenian Apostolic Church who were detained amid a deepening standoff between church leaders and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s government — a dispute unfolding as Christians in the region face growing pressure.
Russia Rejects Europe’s Frontlines Proposal For Ukraine As Trump-Putin Summit In Doubt
Ukraine and its key European allies have declared that any negotiations to end the war with Russia must be based on the current line of contact, rejecting Moscow’s territorial demands, as doubts grow over a planned summit between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Vance Confident Gaza Ceasefire Will Hold, Warns Hamas of ‘Obliteration’ if Deal Collapses
U.S. Vice President JD Vance voiced optimism Tuesday that the fragile Gaza ceasefire would endure, even as he warned Hamas of total destruction should it fail to disarm under President Donald Trump’s Middle East peace plan.
Vance Optimistic With Gaza Peace Plan; Reiterates No U.S. Troops To Be On The Ground
No U.S. troops will be on the ground in Gaza, Vice President JD Vance reassured Americans during a visit to Israel on Tuesday.
Inside the United States
DHS Arrests 480,000 Illegal Immigrants in Nine Months; 70% Have Criminal Records
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has arrested more than 480,000 illegal immigrants in the past nine months -- with 70% of them convicted of crimes or facing criminal charges -- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Monday.
Senate Democrats Block Bill To End Government Shutdown For 11th Time
For the 11th time, U.S. Senate Democrats blocked legislation Monday evening to reopen and fund the federal government, indicating that Republicans’ strategy of waiting out the opposition isn't working.
Christian News
Texas Churches Vandalized With Anti-Trump Graffiti During “No Kings” Protests
Two San Antonio pastors are speaking out after their churches were vandalized over the weekend amid nationwide "No Kings" protests targeting the Trump administration.
Two North Carolina Churches Targeted in Suspected Arson Attacks
Authorities are investigating two suspected arson attacks on churches in a small North Carolina town after fires were deliberately set late Friday night.