Prophecy News Watch - October 29, 2025
Around the World
Netherlands To Host Preparations For Historic Russia War Tribunal
The Netherlands announced on Tuesday that it has agreed to serve as the host country for preparing the “Russia Tribunal,” an international court aimed at holding Russian political and military leaders accountable for their roles in the war in Ukraine.
Dutch Elections Seen As Decisive For Nation’s Direction Amid Deep Divisions
Dutch voters will go to the polls on Wednesday in snap parliamentary elections seen as crucial for the future direction of the Netherlands, which is facing a housing and social crisis amid a fierce debate about the ongoing influx of asylum seekers.
Mexican Journalist Found Murdered As Fears Grow Over Press Freedom
A journalist in northwest Mexico has become the latest victim in the deadly climate facing the country’s press. Miguel Ángel Beltrán — a crime reporter who covered drug trafficking, cartel influence, and local corruption on social media — was reportedly found murdered Saturday along a highway between the state of Durango and the resort city of Mazatlán in neighbouring Sinaloa. His death was confirmed on Monday by the Durango state prosecutor’s office.
Hurricane Melissa Slams Jamaica With Record-Breaking Winds, Floods
Hurricane Melissa was rapidly threatening Jamaica with potentially deadly, never-before-seen catastrophic winds and up to three feet (91.5 centimeters) of rain, witnesses and officials said Monday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches “Powerful Strikes” in Gaza After Hamas Breaks Ceasefire, Fakes Hostage Recovery
Israel carried out a new wave of "immediate and powerful strikes" across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday after Hamas fighters opened fire on Israeli troops near Rafah and faked the recovery of a hostage's body in violation of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
Inside the United States
‘There Is No Excuse:’ Air Traffic Controllers, Pilots Urge Congress To End Shutdown
As air traffic controllers and other federal workers missed a full paycheck Tuesday, growing numbers of labor unions and advocacy groups are calling on Congress to end the record-long government shutdown.
Vance Says U.S. Troops Will Get Paid Friday Despite Shutdown
Vice President J.D. Vance said Tuesday that 1.3 million U.S. troops will get a paycheck on Friday despite a congressional funding lapse and stalemate that has partially shuttered the federal government for the last 28 days.
Illegal Border Crossings In September Historically Low
Illegal border crossings in September were historically low, representing a 92.4% drop from a record high reported in September 2023.
President Trump Hints At Third Term Despite Constitutional Ban
.S. President Donald J. Trump has raised the possibility of seeking a third term in office, saying he is “not joking” about finding ways to do so despite current constitutional limits barring presidents from being elected more than twice.
Christian News
Christian Missionaries Attacked In Northern India; Eight Police Officers Suspended
Eight police officers in northern India’s Jammu and Kashmir region have been suspended “for their failure” to stop an attack on Christian missionaries by Hindu nationalists last week, according to Christian human-rights investigators.
Anti-Christian Violence Escalates In Southern Egypt (Worthy News In-Depth)
A tense calm returned Tuesday to a rural area in southern Egypt’s Minya Province after sectarian violence broke out following online accusations that a young Christian man was in a relationship with a Muslim girl, several Christian sources told Worthy News.
Netherlands To Host Preparations For Historic Russia War Tribunal
The Netherlands announced on Tuesday that it has agreed to serve as the host country for preparing the “Russia Tribunal,” an international court aimed at holding Russian political and military leaders accountable for their roles in the war in Ukraine.
Dutch Elections Seen As Decisive For Nation’s Direction Amid Deep Divisions
Dutch voters will go to the polls on Wednesday in snap parliamentary elections seen as crucial for the future direction of the Netherlands, which is facing a housing and social crisis amid a fierce debate about the ongoing influx of asylum seekers.
Mexican Journalist Found Murdered As Fears Grow Over Press Freedom
A journalist in northwest Mexico has become the latest victim in the deadly climate facing the country’s press. Miguel Ángel Beltrán — a crime reporter who covered drug trafficking, cartel influence, and local corruption on social media — was reportedly found murdered Saturday along a highway between the state of Durango and the resort city of Mazatlán in neighbouring Sinaloa. His death was confirmed on Monday by the Durango state prosecutor’s office.
Hurricane Melissa Slams Jamaica With Record-Breaking Winds, Floods
Hurricane Melissa was rapidly threatening Jamaica with potentially deadly, never-before-seen catastrophic winds and up to three feet (91.5 centimeters) of rain, witnesses and officials said Monday.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Launches “Powerful Strikes” in Gaza After Hamas Breaks Ceasefire, Fakes Hostage Recovery
Israel carried out a new wave of "immediate and powerful strikes" across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday after Hamas fighters opened fire on Israeli troops near Rafah and faked the recovery of a hostage's body in violation of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
Inside the United States
‘There Is No Excuse:’ Air Traffic Controllers, Pilots Urge Congress To End Shutdown
As air traffic controllers and other federal workers missed a full paycheck Tuesday, growing numbers of labor unions and advocacy groups are calling on Congress to end the record-long government shutdown.
Vance Says U.S. Troops Will Get Paid Friday Despite Shutdown
Vice President J.D. Vance said Tuesday that 1.3 million U.S. troops will get a paycheck on Friday despite a congressional funding lapse and stalemate that has partially shuttered the federal government for the last 28 days.
Illegal Border Crossings In September Historically Low
Illegal border crossings in September were historically low, representing a 92.4% drop from a record high reported in September 2023.
President Trump Hints At Third Term Despite Constitutional Ban
.S. President Donald J. Trump has raised the possibility of seeking a third term in office, saying he is “not joking” about finding ways to do so despite current constitutional limits barring presidents from being elected more than twice.
Christian News
Christian Missionaries Attacked In Northern India; Eight Police Officers Suspended
Eight police officers in northern India’s Jammu and Kashmir region have been suspended “for their failure” to stop an attack on Christian missionaries by Hindu nationalists last week, according to Christian human-rights investigators.
Anti-Christian Violence Escalates In Southern Egypt (Worthy News In-Depth)
A tense calm returned Tuesday to a rural area in southern Egypt’s Minya Province after sectarian violence broke out following online accusations that a young Christian man was in a relationship with a Muslim girl, several Christian sources told Worthy News.