Prophecy News Watch - October 17, 2024
Around the World
WFP Needs More Funding to Feed Millions in Drought-Stricken Southern Africa
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announced Tuesday that it urgently requires more funding to help millions of people facing food shortages across southern Africa. The shortages are the result of unprecedented drought caused by El Niño, a climate phenomenon that intensifies dry or stormy weather patterns, WFP said.
US to Upgrade Hungary NATO Base to Include Nuclear-Capable Fighter Jets
Government contracts indicate the US is planning to upgrade its Kecskemét military air base in Hungary to house F-15 Eagle strike tactical fighter jets that are certified to carry B61-12 nuclear gravity bombs, the Telegraph UK reported on Monday, October 15.
EU Summit With Gulf States Overshadowed By Wars
The European Union held its first summit with the Gulf states on Wednesday amid mounting Middle East tensions and as the bloc struggles to receive global support in efforts to isolate Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
US: ‘Iran Plotting Against Trump’
Iran has denied interfering in American affairs after the United States warned Tehran to stop plotting against former President Donald J. Trump, who seeks to return to the White House.
Nigeria’s Tanker Tragedy Kills Over 140 People
Residents in northern Nigeria were grieving Thursday after authorities confirmed that more than 140 people, including children, were killed when an overturned gasoline tanker truck exploded in flames while they tried to scoop up fuel.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Assures US It Won’t Attack Iran’s Oil or Nuclear Sites, Report
Israel has assured the United States that it will not target Iran’s nuclear or oil sites when it delivers its much-anticipated retaliation for Tehran’s missile attack on the Jewish state earlier this month, the Associated Press was told Tuesday by two Biden administration officials.
Inside the United States
Harris Grilled on Border, Economy in Fox News Interview
Vice President Kamala Harris sparred with Fox News host Bret Baier on immigration, the economy and former President Donald Trump in an exclusive interview on Wednesday night.
The Satanic Temple Opens a Second “Religious Abortion” Facility
The Satanic Temple (TST) organization has opened a second telehealth facility to provide “religious abortion services” following the US Supreme Court’s revocation of the federal right to abortion, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Christian News
Kidnapped Christian Girl Rescue In Pakistan Offers ‘Ray of Hope’
A kidnapped 16-year-old Christian girl was back with her parents in an area of Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, on Thursday after being rescued by Christian activists, a representative said.
WFP Needs More Funding to Feed Millions in Drought-Stricken Southern Africa
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) announced Tuesday that it urgently requires more funding to help millions of people facing food shortages across southern Africa. The shortages are the result of unprecedented drought caused by El Niño, a climate phenomenon that intensifies dry or stormy weather patterns, WFP said.
US to Upgrade Hungary NATO Base to Include Nuclear-Capable Fighter Jets
Government contracts indicate the US is planning to upgrade its Kecskemét military air base in Hungary to house F-15 Eagle strike tactical fighter jets that are certified to carry B61-12 nuclear gravity bombs, the Telegraph UK reported on Monday, October 15.
EU Summit With Gulf States Overshadowed By Wars
The European Union held its first summit with the Gulf states on Wednesday amid mounting Middle East tensions and as the bloc struggles to receive global support in efforts to isolate Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
US: ‘Iran Plotting Against Trump’
Iran has denied interfering in American affairs after the United States warned Tehran to stop plotting against former President Donald J. Trump, who seeks to return to the White House.
Nigeria’s Tanker Tragedy Kills Over 140 People
Residents in northern Nigeria were grieving Thursday after authorities confirmed that more than 140 people, including children, were killed when an overturned gasoline tanker truck exploded in flames while they tried to scoop up fuel.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Assures US It Won’t Attack Iran’s Oil or Nuclear Sites, Report
Israel has assured the United States that it will not target Iran’s nuclear or oil sites when it delivers its much-anticipated retaliation for Tehran’s missile attack on the Jewish state earlier this month, the Associated Press was told Tuesday by two Biden administration officials.
Inside the United States
Harris Grilled on Border, Economy in Fox News Interview
Vice President Kamala Harris sparred with Fox News host Bret Baier on immigration, the economy and former President Donald Trump in an exclusive interview on Wednesday night.
The Satanic Temple Opens a Second “Religious Abortion” Facility
The Satanic Temple (TST) organization has opened a second telehealth facility to provide “religious abortion services” following the US Supreme Court’s revocation of the federal right to abortion, the Christian Post (CP) reports.
Christian News
Kidnapped Christian Girl Rescue In Pakistan Offers ‘Ray of Hope’
A kidnapped 16-year-old Christian girl was back with her parents in an area of Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, on Thursday after being rescued by Christian activists, a representative said.