Prophecy News Watch - August 2, 2023
Around the World
Buildup of American Forces in Persian Gulf a New Signal of Worsening US-Iran Conflict
Thousands of Marines backed by advanced U.S. fighter jets and warships are slowly building up a presence in the Persian Gulf. It's a sign that while America's wars in the region may be finished, its conflict with Iran over its advancing nuclear program continues to worsen, with no solutions in sight.
‘Moscow Hit By Ukrainian Drones’
Ukraine warned Russia on Tuesday to expect further drone strikes after the mayor of Moscow said a skyscraper had been attacked for the second time in two days.
West Africa suffered 1,800 terror attacks in first half of 2023
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has told the UN Security Council that, in the first half of this year alone, West Africa suffered more than 1,800 terror attacks which killed 4,593 people, the Associated Press reports.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Biden says Israel-Saudi Arabia normalization deal may be underway
US President Joe Biden announced last week that a normalization agreement between Israel and long-term official enemy Saudi Arabia may be forthcoming, the Jerusalem Post reports. Such a deal would follow the Abraham Accord normalization deals brokered by the Trump administration between Israel and Morocco, Sudan, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates.
Inside the United States
Trump Charged Over Alleged Election Fraud
Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump faced significant legal challenges that could overshadow his re-election bid after he was charged with four counts following a grand jury’s examination of his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
Special counsel announces charges against Trump over Jan. 6: ‘Unprecedented assault’ on democracy
Special counsel Jack Smith on Tuesday delivered remarks following the unveiling of a four-count indictment against former President Donald Trump in connection with the events of the Jan. 6, Capitol riot.
US’ Credit Rating Downgraded
One of the world’s largest credit agencies announced on Tuesday that it was lowering the U.S.’ long-term credit rating from “AAA” to “AA+,” citing future fiscal uncertainty.
Christian News
High living costs have caused significant downturn in US charitable giving
A new survey released Friday shows that the rising cost of living over the last three years has caused many Americans to either give less to charity or to cease giving altogether, the Washington Times reports. Polling 4,928 US adults in May, the survey was conducted by the consumer research company Collage Group.
Abducted US Christian nurse and daughter still captives in Haiti
The US State Department has stated it is working to secure the release of an American Christian nurse and her daughter who were kidnapped in Haiti last week, but declined to give any information on who the abductors might be or whether they have made any ransom demands, USA Today reports. Poverty and disaster-stricken Haiti has long been plagued by extreme gang violence and political instability.
Tens of thousands of young Christians attend youth conference in Missouri
St Louis, Missouri saw some 36,000 young Christians flock to town last week to attend the biennial North American Youth Congress hosted by the United Pentecostal Church International ministry, the St Louis Post Dispatch (STL) reports. Focused on ministering to students and young adults, the conference was held between July 26-28 at America’s Center.
Buildup of American Forces in Persian Gulf a New Signal of Worsening US-Iran Conflict
Thousands of Marines backed by advanced U.S. fighter jets and warships are slowly building up a presence in the Persian Gulf. It's a sign that while America's wars in the region may be finished, its conflict with Iran over its advancing nuclear program continues to worsen, with no solutions in sight.
‘Moscow Hit By Ukrainian Drones’
Ukraine warned Russia on Tuesday to expect further drone strikes after the mayor of Moscow said a skyscraper had been attacked for the second time in two days.
West Africa suffered 1,800 terror attacks in first half of 2023
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has told the UN Security Council that, in the first half of this year alone, West Africa suffered more than 1,800 terror attacks which killed 4,593 people, the Associated Press reports.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Biden says Israel-Saudi Arabia normalization deal may be underway
US President Joe Biden announced last week that a normalization agreement between Israel and long-term official enemy Saudi Arabia may be forthcoming, the Jerusalem Post reports. Such a deal would follow the Abraham Accord normalization deals brokered by the Trump administration between Israel and Morocco, Sudan, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates.
Inside the United States
Trump Charged Over Alleged Election Fraud
Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump faced significant legal challenges that could overshadow his re-election bid after he was charged with four counts following a grand jury’s examination of his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
Special counsel announces charges against Trump over Jan. 6: ‘Unprecedented assault’ on democracy
Special counsel Jack Smith on Tuesday delivered remarks following the unveiling of a four-count indictment against former President Donald Trump in connection with the events of the Jan. 6, Capitol riot.
US’ Credit Rating Downgraded
One of the world’s largest credit agencies announced on Tuesday that it was lowering the U.S.’ long-term credit rating from “AAA” to “AA+,” citing future fiscal uncertainty.
Christian News
High living costs have caused significant downturn in US charitable giving
A new survey released Friday shows that the rising cost of living over the last three years has caused many Americans to either give less to charity or to cease giving altogether, the Washington Times reports. Polling 4,928 US adults in May, the survey was conducted by the consumer research company Collage Group.
Abducted US Christian nurse and daughter still captives in Haiti
The US State Department has stated it is working to secure the release of an American Christian nurse and her daughter who were kidnapped in Haiti last week, but declined to give any information on who the abductors might be or whether they have made any ransom demands, USA Today reports. Poverty and disaster-stricken Haiti has long been plagued by extreme gang violence and political instability.
Tens of thousands of young Christians attend youth conference in Missouri
St Louis, Missouri saw some 36,000 young Christians flock to town last week to attend the biennial North American Youth Congress hosted by the United Pentecostal Church International ministry, the St Louis Post Dispatch (STL) reports. Focused on ministering to students and young adults, the conference was held between July 26-28 at America’s Center.