Prophecy News Watch - June 13, 2025
Around the World
Air India Plane Crashes After Take Off In Ahmedabad; All 242 Killed
An Air India plane bound for London crashed shortly after taking off from India’s western city of Ahmedabad on Thursday, killing 242 people on board in the world's worst aviation disaster in a decade, officials confirmed.
Iran Vows to Ramp Up Uranium Enrichment After IAEA Censure as Regional Tensions Soar
Iran on Thursday vowed to dramatically escalate its uranium enrichment efforts in direct response to a formal censure by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), sharply raising the stakes in an already volatile standoff with the West and fueling fears of imminent military conflict.
IAEA Declares Iran in Breach of Nuclear Safeguards for First Time in Nearly 20 Years, Setting Stage for Escalation
The United Nations' nuclear watchdog formally declared Iran in violation of its non-proliferation commitments on Thursday, marking the first such resolution in nearly two decades and igniting fears of renewed nuclear escalation in the Middle East.
Britain, Spain Agree On Future Of Gibraltar
Britain and Spain have agreed to mend fences over the future of the contested tiny, rocky territory of Gibraltar at the tip of the Iberian Peninsula, following years of tense negotiations.
Scores Killed In South Africa Flooding
Scores of people have been confirmed dead as devastating floods ravage South Africa's poorest provinces, amid ongoing search and rescue efforts.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches Major Preemptive Strike on Iran’s Nuclear Program as Regional Tensions Soar
In a dramatic escalation overnight, Israel launched a massive aerial assault on Iran early Friday morning, targeting dozens of nuclear and military facilities in a campaign dubbed "Nation of Lions." Israeli officials say the strike was a direct response to what they called a point of no return in Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
Argentina to Move Embassy to Jerusalem as President Milei Declares Unwavering Support for Israel in Knesset Speech
Argentinian President Javier Milei announced Wednesday that his country will officially relocate its embassy in Israel from the Tel Aviv area to Jerusalem in 2026, marking a significant diplomatic shift and further solidifying his pro-Israel stance. The declaration was made during a special plenary session of the Knesset held in his honor, where Milei was met with enthusiastic praise from Israel's top leadership.
U.S. Embassy in Israel to Boycott Tel Aviv Pride, Aligns with Trump Administration’s Shift Toward Traditional Values
In a sharp departure from past U.S. administrations, the U.S. Embassy in Israel will boycott this year's Tel Aviv Pride parade and will not participate in any Pride Month activities, citing the "priorities of the Trump administration," according to a report by Haaretz.
Hamas Attacks Humanitarian Aid Bus in Gaza, Killing Five and Injuring Several, GHF Says
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) has accused Hamas of launching a deadly attack on one of its buses late Wednesday, killing at least five local staffers, wounding others, and possibly taking some as hostages. The incident marks a violent escalation in tensions surrounding the distribution of foreign aid in Gaza.
Knesset Dissolution Bill Fails After Draft Law Deal with Haredim
A bill to dissolve the Knesset was narrowly defeated in a preliminary reading early Thursday morning, following a breakthrough agreement with ultra-Orthodox parties over military draft legislation. The motion was voted down 61–53, preserving the fragile governing coalition for now.
Inside the United States
DOGE‑Led Savings Drive Spurs House to Approve $9.4 B Rescission Bill, Eyes Senate Showdown
In a narrow 214-212 vote, the House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a $9.4 billion federal spending rescission package aimed at slashing foreign aid, public broadcasting funds, and codifying cuts initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a cost-cutting initiative championed by President Donald Trump and led by Elon Musk.
Lawsuit Challenges Arkansas Ten Commandments Display Law in Public Schools
A coalition of left-leaning legal groups is attempting to block an Arkansas law that requires the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, launching yet another challenge in the broader cultural war over America's religious heritage.
U.S. Deficit Shrinks in May, But Fiscal Year Shortfall Still Deepens Amid Tax and Spending Debate
The U.S. government recorded a $316 billion budget deficit in May, the Treasury Department reported, marking a 9% year-over-year decline as rising revenues and calendar adjustments pointed to potential fiscal improvement. When accounting for timing shifts in benefit payments, the adjusted deficit narrowed to $219 billion, a 17% drop compared to May 2024.
Americans See Religion Gaining Ground in Public Life, Gallup Finds
In a striking shift after more than a decade of decline, a growing share of Americans now say religion is becoming more influential in American society, according to a new Gallup poll released Wednesday.
Christian News
China Launches Nationwide Crackdown on Zion House Churches, Detains Pastors and Worshippers
Authorities across China have launched a renewed crackdown on Zion Church congregations, detaining church leaders, raiding homes, and shutting down gatherings in what rights group Bitter Winter described as a "coordinated police campaign aimed at dismantling the Zion Church nationwide."
Worthy Insights
Signs & Wonders in Egypt: Imam Meets Jesus in Dream, Bleeding Woman Is Healed Just Like Luke 8
Missionaries in the Middle East are once again reporting signs and wonders, including divine encounters with Jesus Christ. In the latest example, yet another Muslim says he met Jesus in a dream, and the message that was delivered by the "man in white" to this Islamic leader is undeniably supernatural.
Air India Plane Crashes After Take Off In Ahmedabad; All 242 Killed
An Air India plane bound for London crashed shortly after taking off from India’s western city of Ahmedabad on Thursday, killing 242 people on board in the world's worst aviation disaster in a decade, officials confirmed.
Iran Vows to Ramp Up Uranium Enrichment After IAEA Censure as Regional Tensions Soar
Iran on Thursday vowed to dramatically escalate its uranium enrichment efforts in direct response to a formal censure by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), sharply raising the stakes in an already volatile standoff with the West and fueling fears of imminent military conflict.
IAEA Declares Iran in Breach of Nuclear Safeguards for First Time in Nearly 20 Years, Setting Stage for Escalation
The United Nations' nuclear watchdog formally declared Iran in violation of its non-proliferation commitments on Thursday, marking the first such resolution in nearly two decades and igniting fears of renewed nuclear escalation in the Middle East.
Britain, Spain Agree On Future Of Gibraltar
Britain and Spain have agreed to mend fences over the future of the contested tiny, rocky territory of Gibraltar at the tip of the Iberian Peninsula, following years of tense negotiations.
Scores Killed In South Africa Flooding
Scores of people have been confirmed dead as devastating floods ravage South Africa's poorest provinces, amid ongoing search and rescue efforts.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches Major Preemptive Strike on Iran’s Nuclear Program as Regional Tensions Soar
In a dramatic escalation overnight, Israel launched a massive aerial assault on Iran early Friday morning, targeting dozens of nuclear and military facilities in a campaign dubbed "Nation of Lions." Israeli officials say the strike was a direct response to what they called a point of no return in Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
Argentina to Move Embassy to Jerusalem as President Milei Declares Unwavering Support for Israel in Knesset Speech
Argentinian President Javier Milei announced Wednesday that his country will officially relocate its embassy in Israel from the Tel Aviv area to Jerusalem in 2026, marking a significant diplomatic shift and further solidifying his pro-Israel stance. The declaration was made during a special plenary session of the Knesset held in his honor, where Milei was met with enthusiastic praise from Israel's top leadership.
U.S. Embassy in Israel to Boycott Tel Aviv Pride, Aligns with Trump Administration’s Shift Toward Traditional Values
In a sharp departure from past U.S. administrations, the U.S. Embassy in Israel will boycott this year's Tel Aviv Pride parade and will not participate in any Pride Month activities, citing the "priorities of the Trump administration," according to a report by Haaretz.
Hamas Attacks Humanitarian Aid Bus in Gaza, Killing Five and Injuring Several, GHF Says
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) has accused Hamas of launching a deadly attack on one of its buses late Wednesday, killing at least five local staffers, wounding others, and possibly taking some as hostages. The incident marks a violent escalation in tensions surrounding the distribution of foreign aid in Gaza.
Knesset Dissolution Bill Fails After Draft Law Deal with Haredim
A bill to dissolve the Knesset was narrowly defeated in a preliminary reading early Thursday morning, following a breakthrough agreement with ultra-Orthodox parties over military draft legislation. The motion was voted down 61–53, preserving the fragile governing coalition for now.
Inside the United States
DOGE‑Led Savings Drive Spurs House to Approve $9.4 B Rescission Bill, Eyes Senate Showdown
In a narrow 214-212 vote, the House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a $9.4 billion federal spending rescission package aimed at slashing foreign aid, public broadcasting funds, and codifying cuts initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a cost-cutting initiative championed by President Donald Trump and led by Elon Musk.
Lawsuit Challenges Arkansas Ten Commandments Display Law in Public Schools
A coalition of left-leaning legal groups is attempting to block an Arkansas law that requires the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, launching yet another challenge in the broader cultural war over America's religious heritage.
U.S. Deficit Shrinks in May, But Fiscal Year Shortfall Still Deepens Amid Tax and Spending Debate
The U.S. government recorded a $316 billion budget deficit in May, the Treasury Department reported, marking a 9% year-over-year decline as rising revenues and calendar adjustments pointed to potential fiscal improvement. When accounting for timing shifts in benefit payments, the adjusted deficit narrowed to $219 billion, a 17% drop compared to May 2024.
Americans See Religion Gaining Ground in Public Life, Gallup Finds
In a striking shift after more than a decade of decline, a growing share of Americans now say religion is becoming more influential in American society, according to a new Gallup poll released Wednesday.
Christian News
China Launches Nationwide Crackdown on Zion House Churches, Detains Pastors and Worshippers
Authorities across China have launched a renewed crackdown on Zion Church congregations, detaining church leaders, raiding homes, and shutting down gatherings in what rights group Bitter Winter described as a "coordinated police campaign aimed at dismantling the Zion Church nationwide."
Worthy Insights
Signs & Wonders in Egypt: Imam Meets Jesus in Dream, Bleeding Woman Is Healed Just Like Luke 8
Missionaries in the Middle East are once again reporting signs and wonders, including divine encounters with Jesus Christ. In the latest example, yet another Muslim says he met Jesus in a dream, and the message that was delivered by the "man in white" to this Islamic leader is undeniably supernatural.