Prophecy News Watch - July 24, 2024
Around the World
France Detains Russian For ‘Destabilization’ Acts At Olympics
French authorities say they have detained a Russian man for allegedly plotting acts of "destabilization" during the Paris Olympics, just hours after a separate video emerged promising “rivers of blood” in Paris.
78% of Jewish Community Leaders in Europe Feel Afraid and Isolated Since October 7 Attack
A new survey shows that the October 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel and the outpouring of global antisemitism that followed the Israeli response to Hamas’ aggression has left 78% of Jewish community leaders across Europe feeling isolated and fearful for their safety.
UK Government Recorded 17,000 Referrals for Modern Slavery Last Year
As modern slavery increasingly makes headlines in Europe, the government of the United Kingdom stated in a report earlier this year that the country saw 17,004 potential victims of modern slavery in 2023, with the numbers for child and female potential victims at their highest on record.
Russia, Ukraine Leaders React To Biden Stepping Aside (Worthy News Radio)
Russian and Ukrainian leaders are among European government representatives reacting to U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision not to seek reelection. His decision has added to uncertainty in Europe, which faces its biggest armed conflict since the Second World War.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Kills Hamas Commander And Fighters
Israel said Tuesday it killed an important commander of Hamas as part of a broader operation targeting fighters of the group that it designated as a terrorist organization.
China Oversees ‘Reconciliation’ Of Palestine Factions Ahead Of Statehood (Worthy News Focus)
China became involved in the future of Israel on Tuesday as it announced that more than a dozen Palestinian factions agreed on “ending division and strengthening Palestinian unity" in Beijing.
Israel Set to Declare UN Relief Group ‘Terrorist Organization’
Israel was taking the next step Tuesday on declaring the leading United Nations relief organization for Palestinians a “terrorist organization” after several of its workers were linked to the Hamas attack in Israel on October 7.
Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Dyed-Red Fabric That May Have Been Used in Biblical Tabernacle
The Israel Antiquities Authority announced last week that archaeologists excavating in the Judean Desert have uncovered a tiny 3,800-year-old dyed-red textile of the type that was used in the Biblical tabernacle and the Israelites’ priestly garments, the Jewish News Syndicate reports.
Inside the United States
VP Harris Nears Lock on Democratic Nomination for President
Vice President Kamala Harris has received support from a majority of delegates across the country, enough to secure the Democratic nomination for president at next month's convention as long as the support remains when an official vote takes place.
Head of Secret Service Resigns After Trump Assassination Attempt Security Lapses
U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned Tuesday after she was widely criticized over security lapses at the campaign event where former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt.
Former US House Speaker Pelosi Backs Vice President Harris For President
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris appeared a step closer to becoming the Democratic nominee for the next occupant of the White House on Tuesday after crucial Democrats rallied behind her.
Christian News
DRC: Islamic Terrorists Murder Three Christians, “We Are Praying to God to Bring This to an End”
Continuing a campaign of slaughter and horror against Christians in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), terrorists affiliated with Islamic State murdered three Christians and kidnapped others during an attack on their village near Mamove on July 16, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Church of England Appoints “Overseers” to Support Members Who Do Not Accept Same-Sex Marriage
Amid ongoing division and disagreement over LGBT issues in the Church of England, the CofE Evangelical Council (CEEC) has appointed “overseers” to provide informal alternative spiritual oversight (ASO) to clergy and parishes that do not accept same-sex marriage and who are struggling with their denomination’s progressive moves on the matter, Christian Today (CT) reports.
France Detains Russian For ‘Destabilization’ Acts At Olympics
French authorities say they have detained a Russian man for allegedly plotting acts of "destabilization" during the Paris Olympics, just hours after a separate video emerged promising “rivers of blood” in Paris.
78% of Jewish Community Leaders in Europe Feel Afraid and Isolated Since October 7 Attack
A new survey shows that the October 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel and the outpouring of global antisemitism that followed the Israeli response to Hamas’ aggression has left 78% of Jewish community leaders across Europe feeling isolated and fearful for their safety.
UK Government Recorded 17,000 Referrals for Modern Slavery Last Year
As modern slavery increasingly makes headlines in Europe, the government of the United Kingdom stated in a report earlier this year that the country saw 17,004 potential victims of modern slavery in 2023, with the numbers for child and female potential victims at their highest on record.
Russia, Ukraine Leaders React To Biden Stepping Aside (Worthy News Radio)
Russian and Ukrainian leaders are among European government representatives reacting to U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision not to seek reelection. His decision has added to uncertainty in Europe, which faces its biggest armed conflict since the Second World War.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Kills Hamas Commander And Fighters
Israel said Tuesday it killed an important commander of Hamas as part of a broader operation targeting fighters of the group that it designated as a terrorist organization.
China Oversees ‘Reconciliation’ Of Palestine Factions Ahead Of Statehood (Worthy News Focus)
China became involved in the future of Israel on Tuesday as it announced that more than a dozen Palestinian factions agreed on “ending division and strengthening Palestinian unity" in Beijing.
Israel Set to Declare UN Relief Group ‘Terrorist Organization’
Israel was taking the next step Tuesday on declaring the leading United Nations relief organization for Palestinians a “terrorist organization” after several of its workers were linked to the Hamas attack in Israel on October 7.
Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Dyed-Red Fabric That May Have Been Used in Biblical Tabernacle
The Israel Antiquities Authority announced last week that archaeologists excavating in the Judean Desert have uncovered a tiny 3,800-year-old dyed-red textile of the type that was used in the Biblical tabernacle and the Israelites’ priestly garments, the Jewish News Syndicate reports.
Inside the United States
VP Harris Nears Lock on Democratic Nomination for President
Vice President Kamala Harris has received support from a majority of delegates across the country, enough to secure the Democratic nomination for president at next month's convention as long as the support remains when an official vote takes place.
Head of Secret Service Resigns After Trump Assassination Attempt Security Lapses
U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle resigned Tuesday after she was widely criticized over security lapses at the campaign event where former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt.
Former US House Speaker Pelosi Backs Vice President Harris For President
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris appeared a step closer to becoming the Democratic nominee for the next occupant of the White House on Tuesday after crucial Democrats rallied behind her.
Christian News
DRC: Islamic Terrorists Murder Three Christians, “We Are Praying to God to Bring This to an End”
Continuing a campaign of slaughter and horror against Christians in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), terrorists affiliated with Islamic State murdered three Christians and kidnapped others during an attack on their village near Mamove on July 16, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.
Church of England Appoints “Overseers” to Support Members Who Do Not Accept Same-Sex Marriage
Amid ongoing division and disagreement over LGBT issues in the Church of England, the CofE Evangelical Council (CEEC) has appointed “overseers” to provide informal alternative spiritual oversight (ASO) to clergy and parishes that do not accept same-sex marriage and who are struggling with their denomination’s progressive moves on the matter, Christian Today (CT) reports.