Prophecy News Watch - July 4, 2025
Around the World
U.S. Slaps Sanctions on Iran’s Oil Network, Shadow Fleet, and Hezbollah Financiers
The Trump administration on Thursday announced sweeping new sanctions aimed at crippling Iran’s oil revenue and its ability to fund terrorism and develop nuclear weapons.
U.S. Temporarily Halts Some Ukraine Arms Shipments Amid Pentagon Review
The Pentagon has paused some shipments of U.S. weapons to Ukraine as part of an internal review to assess the impact on America's own military stockpiles, Defense Department officials confirmed Wednesday. The move comes as the Trump administration prioritizes recalibrating U.S. defense commitments in light of strategic needs, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.
Bali Drama: Dozens Missing After Vessel Sinks
Dozens of people were feared dead Thursday after a ferry sank and five people died the previous night near Indonesia's tropical resort island of Bali.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Huckabee: Hamas Must Be Dismantled Like the Nazis—No Role in Gaza’s Future, Says Trump’s Ambassador to Israel
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee declared Thursday that Hamas must be completely dismantled--drawing a sharp comparison to post-World War II Germany where the Nazis were barred from playing any future role. Speaking in a series of interviews, Huckabee reiterated President Donald Trump's firm stance that Hamas will have "no future" in Gaza, calling any proposal that allows the terror group to retain power "as senseless as letting the Nazis rebuild Germany."
Hamas Targets Gaza Aid Workers as U.S.-Backed Humanitarian Group Vows to Press On
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.-backed Christian-led aid organization, has issued a stark warning following what it calls "credible reports" that Hamas has placed bounties on both American and Palestinian aid workers. Despite the escalating threats, GHF says its mission will continue without fear or compromise.
Inside the United States
House Passes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill,’ Securing Victory Ahead of Independence Day
In a major legislative triumph for President Donald Trump and House Republicans, the House of Representatives passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" in the early hours of July 3 by a 218-214 vote, sending the sweeping $4.5 trillion package to the president's desk for signature just ahead of his self-imposed July 4 deadline.
U.S. Job Market Beats Expectations in June
The U.S. economy added 147,000 jobs in June, beating forecasts of 115,000, while the unemployment rate edged down to 4.1%, according to Labor Department data released July 3. Economists had expected a rise to 4.3%.
U.S. Supreme Court To Take Up Two Transgender Athlete Cases
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to take up two cases in its next term on laws banning transgender women from participating in girls and women’s sports, based on biological sex.
US Sniper Kills Two Firefighters, Audio Reveals
Audio has been released from the scene in the Kootenai County of the U.S. state of Idaho, where firefighters responding to a blaze were killed and another wounded in a sniper ambush.
Christian News
Chinese House Church Leaders Sentenced on Fraud Charges Amid Global Outcry
Three leaders of a prominent house church in China's Shanxi Province have been sentenced to prison on what advocates call baseless fraud charges, highlighting ongoing persecution of unregistered Christian groups under the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Christians Fear More Restrictions In South and North Korea
Concerns remained Wednesday about likely more restrictions on groups trying to spread the Gospel in North Korea and support Christians there, after the arrest of six Americans in South Korea.
Worthy Insights
Spark of protest? Young men killed in Iran, crowds chant ‘death to the dictator’
Two young men were shot dead Tuesday night near the western Iranian city of Hamadan, as the regime struggles to suppress growing public dissent amid a widening crackdown. A video from their funeral Thursday shows crowds chanting "Death to the dictator," highlighting a surge of public outrage.
CIA Review Blasts John Brennan’s Role In Launching Russian Collusion Hoax
The intelligence community assessment weaponized by Democrats, corporate media, and the deep state to carry the Russia collusion hoax into President Donald Trump’s first term was fueled by former Central Intelligence Agency Director John Brennan. Now a new Central Intelligence Agency review concludes that Brennan overrode internal concerns to claim that Russia interfered in the 2016 election.
Ancient DNA shows genetic link between Egypt and Mesopotamia: ‘Highly significant’
Ancient DNA has revealed a genetic link between the cultures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, according to research published Wednesday in the journal Nature.
U.S. Slaps Sanctions on Iran’s Oil Network, Shadow Fleet, and Hezbollah Financiers
The Trump administration on Thursday announced sweeping new sanctions aimed at crippling Iran’s oil revenue and its ability to fund terrorism and develop nuclear weapons.
U.S. Temporarily Halts Some Ukraine Arms Shipments Amid Pentagon Review
The Pentagon has paused some shipments of U.S. weapons to Ukraine as part of an internal review to assess the impact on America's own military stockpiles, Defense Department officials confirmed Wednesday. The move comes as the Trump administration prioritizes recalibrating U.S. defense commitments in light of strategic needs, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.
Bali Drama: Dozens Missing After Vessel Sinks
Dozens of people were feared dead Thursday after a ferry sank and five people died the previous night near Indonesia's tropical resort island of Bali.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Huckabee: Hamas Must Be Dismantled Like the Nazis—No Role in Gaza’s Future, Says Trump’s Ambassador to Israel
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee declared Thursday that Hamas must be completely dismantled--drawing a sharp comparison to post-World War II Germany where the Nazis were barred from playing any future role. Speaking in a series of interviews, Huckabee reiterated President Donald Trump's firm stance that Hamas will have "no future" in Gaza, calling any proposal that allows the terror group to retain power "as senseless as letting the Nazis rebuild Germany."
Hamas Targets Gaza Aid Workers as U.S.-Backed Humanitarian Group Vows to Press On
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.-backed Christian-led aid organization, has issued a stark warning following what it calls "credible reports" that Hamas has placed bounties on both American and Palestinian aid workers. Despite the escalating threats, GHF says its mission will continue without fear or compromise.
Inside the United States
House Passes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill,’ Securing Victory Ahead of Independence Day
In a major legislative triumph for President Donald Trump and House Republicans, the House of Representatives passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" in the early hours of July 3 by a 218-214 vote, sending the sweeping $4.5 trillion package to the president's desk for signature just ahead of his self-imposed July 4 deadline.
U.S. Job Market Beats Expectations in June
The U.S. economy added 147,000 jobs in June, beating forecasts of 115,000, while the unemployment rate edged down to 4.1%, according to Labor Department data released July 3. Economists had expected a rise to 4.3%.
U.S. Supreme Court To Take Up Two Transgender Athlete Cases
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to take up two cases in its next term on laws banning transgender women from participating in girls and women’s sports, based on biological sex.
US Sniper Kills Two Firefighters, Audio Reveals
Audio has been released from the scene in the Kootenai County of the U.S. state of Idaho, where firefighters responding to a blaze were killed and another wounded in a sniper ambush.
Christian News
Chinese House Church Leaders Sentenced on Fraud Charges Amid Global Outcry
Three leaders of a prominent house church in China's Shanxi Province have been sentenced to prison on what advocates call baseless fraud charges, highlighting ongoing persecution of unregistered Christian groups under the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Christians Fear More Restrictions In South and North Korea
Concerns remained Wednesday about likely more restrictions on groups trying to spread the Gospel in North Korea and support Christians there, after the arrest of six Americans in South Korea.
Worthy Insights
Spark of protest? Young men killed in Iran, crowds chant ‘death to the dictator’
Two young men were shot dead Tuesday night near the western Iranian city of Hamadan, as the regime struggles to suppress growing public dissent amid a widening crackdown. A video from their funeral Thursday shows crowds chanting "Death to the dictator," highlighting a surge of public outrage.
CIA Review Blasts John Brennan’s Role In Launching Russian Collusion Hoax
The intelligence community assessment weaponized by Democrats, corporate media, and the deep state to carry the Russia collusion hoax into President Donald Trump’s first term was fueled by former Central Intelligence Agency Director John Brennan. Now a new Central Intelligence Agency review concludes that Brennan overrode internal concerns to claim that Russia interfered in the 2016 election.
Ancient DNA shows genetic link between Egypt and Mesopotamia: ‘Highly significant’
Ancient DNA has revealed a genetic link between the cultures of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, according to research published Wednesday in the journal Nature.