Prophecy News Watch - February 15, 2024

Around the World
India and UAE Announce Landmark Trade Deal Creating India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor
During his recent visit to the Gulf state, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) finalized an agreement to progress the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). This agreement is designed to boost trade and transportation through an extensive network of sea and rail connections.
Indonesian General Accused Of Rights Abuses Claims Victory In Presidential Elections
Evangelical Christians said Wednesday they were pleased that Prabowo Subianto claimed victory in Indonesia’s presidential elections despite his past as a military chief during the Suharto dictatorship a generation ago.

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israeli Delegation Returns from Cairo Without Breakthrough in Hostage Negotiations
Talks on a hostage release deal involving the US, Egypt, Israel, and Qatar ended without an agreement on Tuesday. The Israeli delegation has since returned to Israel, however discussions are scheduled to continue over the next three days.
Israel Responds to Deadly Hezbollah Attack, Threatens To Hold Lebanon Accountable
In retaliation for the death of an Israeli soldier and the injury of several others due to rocket fire, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted a widespread series of strikes against Hezbollah targets within Lebanese territory on Wednesday, according to the IDF.

Inside the United States
Shooting At KC Chiefs’ Super Bowl Celebration Leaves at Least 22 Shot, 1 Killed
Authorities reported that gunfire broke out close to the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory parade in Kansas City on Wednesday, resulting in at least 22 individuals being injured and one fatality.
White House To Meet With Lawmakers About ‘Serious National Security Threat’
The chairman of the House Intelligence Committee released a vague, concerning statement Wednesday about a looming “national security threat.”
US Senate Unlikely To Impeach Homeland Secretary
The U.S. Senate was facing political challenges Wednesday after the House of Representatives narrowly voted to impeach Alejandro N. Mayorkas, the homeland security secretary, in a history precedent-shattering vote.

Christian News
India: Hindu Group Demands Removal Of All Christian Symbols From Schools in Assam State
A Hindu rights organization in India’s Assam state is demanding the removal of all Christian symbols from local Christian schools on the grounds that missionaries must be prevented from evangelizing pupils, UCA News reports.
China: Government Is Pressuring Believers Not To Raise Their Children In The Christian Faith
Christian rights advocates are concerned that believers in China are being pressured by the ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to discourage their children from entering into faith in Christ, Christian Today (CT) reports.