Prophecy News Watch - July 21, 2026
Around the World
Iranian Missile Struck U.S. Troop Housing at Jordan Base, Killing Two Soldiers
An Iranian ballistic missile that killed two American soldiers at a Jordanian air base struck prefabricated housing where U.S. troops lived and slept, according to American officials cited in an exclusive Wall Street Journal report.
Britain Gets New PM As Burnham Vows Tougher Israel Stance
Andy Burnham became Britain’s new prime minister on Monday, replacing Keir Starmer after a Labour Party revolt and vowing a tougher approach toward Israel as part of an agenda that also includes sweeping economic reforms and devolving power from Westminster.
Oil Surges As US Expands Iran Strikes While Tehran Executes Protesters
A gallon of regular gasoline in the United States climbed to about $4 and benchmark Brent crude rose above $90 a barrel Monday, further fueling a global energy crisis after the United States launched fresh airstrikes against Iran following the death of another American service member, while Tehran executed at least two more anti-government protesters.
Spain’s World Cup Triumph Overshadowed By Deadly Wildfires
Spain’s celebrations after winning the FIFA World Cup in the United States were overshadowed Monday by deadly wildfires that continued to rage across large parts of the country.
Hungary’s PM Taps Chess Giant Judit Polgár For President As Outgoing Leader Denounces Constitutional Changes
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar says he will ask legendary chess grandmaster Judit Polgár to become Hungary’s next president.
U.S. Pounds Iranian Military Sites for Ninth Straight Night as Israel Raises Readiness
The United States unleashed another three-hour wave of strikes against Iranian military targets Sunday evening, marking the ninth consecutive night of American attacks as the Pentagon seeks to cripple Tehran’s ability to threaten international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Lebanese Army Begins Southern Deployment as Israel-Hezbollah Deal Faces First Test
The Lebanese Armed Forces began operations Monday to assume security responsibility in three southern villages, marking the first on-the-ground test of a U.S.-brokered framework aimed at securing an eventual Israeli withdrawal and dismantling Hezbollah’s military presence in the region.
Charred Beams From First Temple Destruction Uncovered in Jerusalem Ahead of Tisha B’Av (Video)
Archaeologists have uncovered massive wooden beams believed to have been burned during the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem nearly 2,600 years ago, offering a rare and tangible connection to one of the most devastating events recorded in Biblical history.
Israel Begins Preparations for 2,000th Anniversary of Jesus’ Baptism
Israel has begun preparations for the 2,000th anniversary of the baptism of Jesus Christ, a major Christian milestone expected to draw millions of pilgrims to the Holy Land in 2030.
Inside the United States
Trump Signs Order to Strengthen U.S. Defense Supply Chains
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday aimed at strengthening America’s defense industrial base and reducing the military’s dependence on China and other foreign suppliers for critical materials and components.
Trump: Netanyahu ‘Will Not Be Arrested’ During U.S. Visit
President Donald Trump declared Monday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested during his expected visit to New York City for the United Nations General Assembly in September.
U.S. House To Vote On Government Funding Stopgap
Republican lawmakers have teed up a Continuing Resolution that would extend government funding at current levels until Dec. 4, punting the government shutdown deadline by two months.
Christian News
U.S. House Moves to Halt Aid to Nigeria Over Continued Killing of Christians
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved legislation that could suspend American assistance to Nigeria unless its government takes measurable steps to protect Christians and prosecute those responsible for religiously motivated violence.
Iranian Missile Struck U.S. Troop Housing at Jordan Base, Killing Two Soldiers
An Iranian ballistic missile that killed two American soldiers at a Jordanian air base struck prefabricated housing where U.S. troops lived and slept, according to American officials cited in an exclusive Wall Street Journal report.
Britain Gets New PM As Burnham Vows Tougher Israel Stance
Andy Burnham became Britain’s new prime minister on Monday, replacing Keir Starmer after a Labour Party revolt and vowing a tougher approach toward Israel as part of an agenda that also includes sweeping economic reforms and devolving power from Westminster.
Oil Surges As US Expands Iran Strikes While Tehran Executes Protesters
A gallon of regular gasoline in the United States climbed to about $4 and benchmark Brent crude rose above $90 a barrel Monday, further fueling a global energy crisis after the United States launched fresh airstrikes against Iran following the death of another American service member, while Tehran executed at least two more anti-government protesters.
Spain’s World Cup Triumph Overshadowed By Deadly Wildfires
Spain’s celebrations after winning the FIFA World Cup in the United States were overshadowed Monday by deadly wildfires that continued to rage across large parts of the country.
Hungary’s PM Taps Chess Giant Judit Polgár For President As Outgoing Leader Denounces Constitutional Changes
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar says he will ask legendary chess grandmaster Judit Polgár to become Hungary’s next president.
U.S. Pounds Iranian Military Sites for Ninth Straight Night as Israel Raises Readiness
The United States unleashed another three-hour wave of strikes against Iranian military targets Sunday evening, marking the ninth consecutive night of American attacks as the Pentagon seeks to cripple Tehran’s ability to threaten international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Lebanese Army Begins Southern Deployment as Israel-Hezbollah Deal Faces First Test
The Lebanese Armed Forces began operations Monday to assume security responsibility in three southern villages, marking the first on-the-ground test of a U.S.-brokered framework aimed at securing an eventual Israeli withdrawal and dismantling Hezbollah’s military presence in the region.
Charred Beams From First Temple Destruction Uncovered in Jerusalem Ahead of Tisha B’Av (Video)
Archaeologists have uncovered massive wooden beams believed to have been burned during the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem nearly 2,600 years ago, offering a rare and tangible connection to one of the most devastating events recorded in Biblical history.
Israel Begins Preparations for 2,000th Anniversary of Jesus’ Baptism
Israel has begun preparations for the 2,000th anniversary of the baptism of Jesus Christ, a major Christian milestone expected to draw millions of pilgrims to the Holy Land in 2030.
Inside the United States
Trump Signs Order to Strengthen U.S. Defense Supply Chains
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday aimed at strengthening America’s defense industrial base and reducing the military’s dependence on China and other foreign suppliers for critical materials and components.
Trump: Netanyahu ‘Will Not Be Arrested’ During U.S. Visit
President Donald Trump declared Monday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested during his expected visit to New York City for the United Nations General Assembly in September.
U.S. House To Vote On Government Funding Stopgap
Republican lawmakers have teed up a Continuing Resolution that would extend government funding at current levels until Dec. 4, punting the government shutdown deadline by two months.
Christian News
U.S. House Moves to Halt Aid to Nigeria Over Continued Killing of Christians
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved legislation that could suspend American assistance to Nigeria unless its government takes measurable steps to protect Christians and prosecute those responsible for religiously motivated violence.