Prophecy News Watch - December 26, 2025
Around the World
Millions Of Ukrainians Without Power After Deadly Christmas Strikes
Millions of Ukrainians spent Christmas without electricity after Russian strikes on energy infrastructure killed civilians and triggered widespread power outages, Ukrainian officials said.
Christmas Quiet Across China as Authorities Tighten Restrictions on Christian Celebrations
Christmas Eve passed with little public observance across much of China this year as authorities under the Chinese Communist Party intensified restrictions on religious gatherings, public celebrations, and even seasonal decorations, according to pastors, Christians, and residents who spoke to The Epoch Times.
U.S. Launches Christmas-Day Strike on ISIS Targets in Nigeria Amid Rising Attacks on Christians
The United States carried out a targeted military strike against Islamic State terrorists in northwest Nigeria on Christmas Day, acting in coordination with Nigerian authorities, U.S. President Donald Trump announced in a series of social media posts.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel–Syria Security Talks Advance Toward Possible Agreement, Syrian Source Says
Talks between Israel and Syria over a potential security agreement have advanced significantly in recent weeks and could be finalized soon, according to an exclusive report by i24NEWS citing a Syrian source close to Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa.
IDF, Shin Bet Eliminate Senior Quds Force Operative in Lebanon
Israeli security forces announced Thursday that the Israel Defense Forces and the Shin Bet eliminated a senior operative in Iran’s Quds Force during a strike in northeastern Lebanon.
Israel Prime Minister Pledges To Protect Christians In Christmas Message (VIDEO)
In a Christmas message, Israel’s prime minister pledged that his Jewish nation will protect Christians following an arson attack near a Latin Catholic parish church in Jenin, in the West Bank, also known Biblically as Judea and Samaria.
Inside the United States
Democrat States Sue as HHS Moves to Cut Federal Funds for Child Gender Procedures
A coalition of 19 Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit challenging new federal restrictions on so-called “gender-affirming” medical treatments for minors, arguing the policy unlawfully threatens health care access and state Medicaid programs.
Even After Near-record Returns, CA State Retirement Fund Still $166b Short
A booming stock market propelled California’s main state retirement fund to near-record returns, but the fund is still $166 billion short on its obligations, according to the Reason Foundation. With the taxpayer-funded Legislative Analyst’s Office warning the state should be ready for a possible stock market peak and downturn as weak economic conditions persist, the 12-figure pension shortfall could widen once again – and leave taxpayers with the bill.
Christian News
Arson Attack Damages Church Property in Jenin Ahead of Christmas
Minority Christians in Palestinian territories faced a tense Christmas after church officials confirmed that “an arson attack” damaged a Christmas tree and a Nativity grotto at the Holy Redeemer Church in Jenin.
Millions Of Christians Forced To Mark Christmas In Secret Amid Global Persecution
Millions of Christians around the world are marking Christmas in secret amid persecution, violence, and discrimination, according to investigators.
Millions Of Ukrainians Without Power After Deadly Christmas Strikes
Millions of Ukrainians spent Christmas without electricity after Russian strikes on energy infrastructure killed civilians and triggered widespread power outages, Ukrainian officials said.
Christmas Quiet Across China as Authorities Tighten Restrictions on Christian Celebrations
Christmas Eve passed with little public observance across much of China this year as authorities under the Chinese Communist Party intensified restrictions on religious gatherings, public celebrations, and even seasonal decorations, according to pastors, Christians, and residents who spoke to The Epoch Times.
U.S. Launches Christmas-Day Strike on ISIS Targets in Nigeria Amid Rising Attacks on Christians
The United States carried out a targeted military strike against Islamic State terrorists in northwest Nigeria on Christmas Day, acting in coordination with Nigerian authorities, U.S. President Donald Trump announced in a series of social media posts.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel–Syria Security Talks Advance Toward Possible Agreement, Syrian Source Says
Talks between Israel and Syria over a potential security agreement have advanced significantly in recent weeks and could be finalized soon, according to an exclusive report by i24NEWS citing a Syrian source close to Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa.
IDF, Shin Bet Eliminate Senior Quds Force Operative in Lebanon
Israeli security forces announced Thursday that the Israel Defense Forces and the Shin Bet eliminated a senior operative in Iran’s Quds Force during a strike in northeastern Lebanon.
Israel Prime Minister Pledges To Protect Christians In Christmas Message (VIDEO)
In a Christmas message, Israel’s prime minister pledged that his Jewish nation will protect Christians following an arson attack near a Latin Catholic parish church in Jenin, in the West Bank, also known Biblically as Judea and Samaria.
Inside the United States
Democrat States Sue as HHS Moves to Cut Federal Funds for Child Gender Procedures
A coalition of 19 Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit challenging new federal restrictions on so-called “gender-affirming” medical treatments for minors, arguing the policy unlawfully threatens health care access and state Medicaid programs.
Even After Near-record Returns, CA State Retirement Fund Still $166b Short
A booming stock market propelled California’s main state retirement fund to near-record returns, but the fund is still $166 billion short on its obligations, according to the Reason Foundation. With the taxpayer-funded Legislative Analyst’s Office warning the state should be ready for a possible stock market peak and downturn as weak economic conditions persist, the 12-figure pension shortfall could widen once again – and leave taxpayers with the bill.
Christian News
Arson Attack Damages Church Property in Jenin Ahead of Christmas
Minority Christians in Palestinian territories faced a tense Christmas after church officials confirmed that “an arson attack” damaged a Christmas tree and a Nativity grotto at the Holy Redeemer Church in Jenin.
Millions Of Christians Forced To Mark Christmas In Secret Amid Global Persecution
Millions of Christians around the world are marking Christmas in secret amid persecution, violence, and discrimination, according to investigators.