Prophecy News Watch - October 17, 2025
Around the World
Trump And Putin Plan Meeting In Budapest To Discuss Ending Ukraine War
U.S. President Donald J. Trump said he plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Hungarian capital, Budapest, to discuss possible steps toward ending Russia's war against Ukraine.
Syria’s New Leader Visits Moscow, Seeks to “Redefine” Ties as Putin Eyes Continued Military Presence
Syria’s interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa held his first official talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Wednesday, signaling a new phase in relations between Moscow and Damascus less than a year after Sharaa’s rebel forces ousted former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad — a longtime ally of Russia.
Trump Says Modi Vows To End Indian Purchases Of Russian Oil Amid U.S. Pressure Campaign
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally assured him that India will stop buying Russian oil -- a move that, if confirmed, would mark a significant shift in global energy alliances and strengthen Trump's efforts to pressure Moscow to end its war in Ukraine.
Trump Confirms CIA Covert Operations in Venezuela, Weighs Land Strikes in Expanding Drug War
President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed that he authorized covert CIA operations in Venezuela and said he is considering land-based attacks on the South American country as part of his expanding campaign against drug cartels.
France’s Prime Minister Narrowly Survives No-Confidence Votes Amid Deepening Political Crisis
France, the European Union’s second-largest economy, narrowly avoided deeper political turmoil Thursday as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu survived two no-confidence votes in Parliament that could have forced President Emmanuel Macron to call snap elections.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Marks Two Years Since October 7 Massacre as Netanyahu Vows ‘Struggle Isn’t Over’
Israel on Thursday officially marked two years since the Hamas-led invasion and massacre of October 7, 2023, in a solemn state memorial ceremony at Jerusalem's Mount Herzl cemetery. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed Israel's military achievements during the Gaza war while warning that "the struggle isn't over."
Houthis Announce Death of Senior Military Chief in Israeli Airstrike
Yemen's Houthi movement announced Thursday that its military chief of staff, Major General Muhammad Abdulkarim al-Ghamari, was killed in an Israeli airstrike -- the highest-ranking official of the Iran-backed terrorist organization to die at Israel's hands.
Inside the United States
U.S. Government Shutdown Drags On as Senate Fails Again to End Debate Over Funding Bill
The U.S. government shutdown is set to continue after the Senate again failed to advance a short-term spending measure Thursday, deepening the impasse between Republicans and Democrats over health care subsidies and spending priorities.
Oklahoma Drops Controversial Plan to Distribute Bibles in Public Classrooms
Oklahoma’s new State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Lindel Fields, announced this week that his administration will not move forward with a mandate to place Bibles in public school classrooms — a policy championed by his predecessor, Ryan Walters.
Christian News
Turkey Expels Hundreds of Christians Under “National Security” Label, Rights Groups Warn
Turkey has deported hundreds of foreign Christians citing “national security” concerns as part of a broader crackdown by the Muslim-majority nation, several investigators confirmed.
Worthy Insights
Study Shows Sharp Decline in Transgender College Students: ‘Less Fashionable’
In the last two years, the number of college students who identify as transgender has dramatically diminished, according to a report called The Decline of Trans and Queer Identity among Young Americans.
Chicago Rioters Strike ICE Agents, Mexican Cartels Offer $50,000 for Murder of Top Feds
Federal immigration agents are facing serious threats ranging from angry mobs to drug cartel bounties as tensions mount over the nationwide crackdown on migrants who entered the U.S. illegally.
Gen Z Awakening Reaches Frat House at East Carolina U: ‘There’s a Revival Going On’
More and more Gen Z-ers on college campuses are turning to Jesus, and now the wave of spiritual awakening has even reached a North Carolina fraternity house at one of the country's top party schools.
Trump And Putin Plan Meeting In Budapest To Discuss Ending Ukraine War
U.S. President Donald J. Trump said he plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Hungarian capital, Budapest, to discuss possible steps toward ending Russia's war against Ukraine.
Syria’s New Leader Visits Moscow, Seeks to “Redefine” Ties as Putin Eyes Continued Military Presence
Syria’s interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa held his first official talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Wednesday, signaling a new phase in relations between Moscow and Damascus less than a year after Sharaa’s rebel forces ousted former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad — a longtime ally of Russia.
Trump Says Modi Vows To End Indian Purchases Of Russian Oil Amid U.S. Pressure Campaign
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally assured him that India will stop buying Russian oil -- a move that, if confirmed, would mark a significant shift in global energy alliances and strengthen Trump's efforts to pressure Moscow to end its war in Ukraine.
Trump Confirms CIA Covert Operations in Venezuela, Weighs Land Strikes in Expanding Drug War
President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed that he authorized covert CIA operations in Venezuela and said he is considering land-based attacks on the South American country as part of his expanding campaign against drug cartels.
France’s Prime Minister Narrowly Survives No-Confidence Votes Amid Deepening Political Crisis
France, the European Union’s second-largest economy, narrowly avoided deeper political turmoil Thursday as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu survived two no-confidence votes in Parliament that could have forced President Emmanuel Macron to call snap elections.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Marks Two Years Since October 7 Massacre as Netanyahu Vows ‘Struggle Isn’t Over’
Israel on Thursday officially marked two years since the Hamas-led invasion and massacre of October 7, 2023, in a solemn state memorial ceremony at Jerusalem's Mount Herzl cemetery. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed Israel's military achievements during the Gaza war while warning that "the struggle isn't over."
Houthis Announce Death of Senior Military Chief in Israeli Airstrike
Yemen's Houthi movement announced Thursday that its military chief of staff, Major General Muhammad Abdulkarim al-Ghamari, was killed in an Israeli airstrike -- the highest-ranking official of the Iran-backed terrorist organization to die at Israel's hands.
Inside the United States
U.S. Government Shutdown Drags On as Senate Fails Again to End Debate Over Funding Bill
The U.S. government shutdown is set to continue after the Senate again failed to advance a short-term spending measure Thursday, deepening the impasse between Republicans and Democrats over health care subsidies and spending priorities.
Oklahoma Drops Controversial Plan to Distribute Bibles in Public Classrooms
Oklahoma’s new State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Lindel Fields, announced this week that his administration will not move forward with a mandate to place Bibles in public school classrooms — a policy championed by his predecessor, Ryan Walters.
Christian News
Turkey Expels Hundreds of Christians Under “National Security” Label, Rights Groups Warn
Turkey has deported hundreds of foreign Christians citing “national security” concerns as part of a broader crackdown by the Muslim-majority nation, several investigators confirmed.
Worthy Insights
Study Shows Sharp Decline in Transgender College Students: ‘Less Fashionable’
In the last two years, the number of college students who identify as transgender has dramatically diminished, according to a report called The Decline of Trans and Queer Identity among Young Americans.
Chicago Rioters Strike ICE Agents, Mexican Cartels Offer $50,000 for Murder of Top Feds
Federal immigration agents are facing serious threats ranging from angry mobs to drug cartel bounties as tensions mount over the nationwide crackdown on migrants who entered the U.S. illegally.
Gen Z Awakening Reaches Frat House at East Carolina U: ‘There’s a Revival Going On’
More and more Gen Z-ers on college campuses are turning to Jesus, and now the wave of spiritual awakening has even reached a North Carolina fraternity house at one of the country's top party schools.