Prophecy News Watch - September 8, 2025
Around the World
Government Building In Kyiv Burning As Russian Strike Kills 4
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia’s largest overnight air assault of the war, which struck central Kyiv and other areas on Sunday, killing at least four people—including a newborn baby—and setting the Cabinet of Ministers building ablaze.
Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba Resigns After Election Defeats
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation Sunday after less than a year in office, following two crushing parliamentary defeats that cost his Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) its coalition majority in both chambers.
Seven AfD Candidates Die Before German Local Elections Amid Rising Political Violence (Worthy News Investigation)
As many as seven candidates for Germany’s anti-migration Alternative for Germany (AfD) party have died in recent weeks ahead of local elections in the western state of North Rhine-Westphalia, prompting calls for investigation.
Venezuela-U.S. Standoff Escalates As Vance Defends Strike
A drug-related standoff between Venezuela and the United States further escalated Saturday as U.S. Vice President JD Vance defended a strike on a suspected drug-trafficking speedboat that killed 11 people in the southern Caribbean.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Vows to Keep Attacking Russian Energy Despite Criticism from Neighbors (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine’s president has vowed to continue retaliating against Russian attacks on his country’s energy facilities and civilian sites, despite criticism from neighbors Slovakia and Hungary. Volodymyr Zelenskyy made the remarks after meeting Slovakia’s prime minister in the Ukrainian border city of Uzhhorod.
U.S. to End Support for Eastern Europe Military Training Program
Europe faced fresh anxiety Friday after the White House confirmed the United States will end support for a program that helped prepare Eastern European armies to counter potential Russian aggression.
Putin Warns Foreign Troops in Ukraine Would be ‘Legitimate Targets’ (Worthy News Radio)
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Friday that any foreign troops sent to Ukraine would be “legitimate targets for destruction” by Russia’s military. His comments came a day after European leaders met in Paris to discuss possible future security guarantees for Ukraine.
Afghanistan Quake Leaves Villages in Ruins; Mother Forced to Leave Children Behind
Afghan families are forced to make impossible choices after a 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, devastating the mountainous Kunar province, where entire villages collapsed.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Pushes “Last Warning” Ceasefire and Hostage Deal in Gaza as Blood Moon Rises Over Israel
U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that he believes a ceasefire and hostage exchange agreement in Gaza could be reached "very soon," while issuing what he called a final ultimatum to Hamas.
Israel Expands Gaza City Offensive, Strikes High-Rises and Destroys Hamas Command Tunnel
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intensified operations in Gaza City over the weekend, targeting Hamas command infrastructure, demolishing underground tunnels, and striking multiple high-rise buildings the military said were being used for terrorist activity.
Inside the United States
Trump Task Force Report Alleges Biden Administration Weaponized Federal Government Against Christians
A new report released by the Trump-appointed Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias alleges that the Biden administration "weaponized the full weight of the federal government against Christians," targeting faith communities across multiple agencies and departments.
Trump Revives ‘Department of War’ while U.S. Pushes for Release of Hostages
President Donald J. Trump on Friday revived the historic title “Department of War” for the U.S. Defense Department as his administration claimed credit for freeing dozens of American hostages and pressed for the release of others still held in Gaza and Belarus.
Christian News
Over 100 Killed In Weekend Violence Across Nigeria; Christians Targeted
Clashes between local security forces and Islamic fighters linked to crime gangs and designated terror groups killed more than 100 people across Nigeria over the weekend, with many victims identified as Christians, several sources confirmed Sunday.
Worthy Insights
Shocking New Research Shows Resurgence in Church Attendance Among Millennials and Gen Z
Brand new research from Barna shows a shocking resurgence in church attendance among Millennials and Gen Z. The statistics are wildly encouraging.
Government Building In Kyiv Burning As Russian Strike Kills 4
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia’s largest overnight air assault of the war, which struck central Kyiv and other areas on Sunday, killing at least four people—including a newborn baby—and setting the Cabinet of Ministers building ablaze.
Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba Resigns After Election Defeats
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation Sunday after less than a year in office, following two crushing parliamentary defeats that cost his Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) its coalition majority in both chambers.
Seven AfD Candidates Die Before German Local Elections Amid Rising Political Violence (Worthy News Investigation)
As many as seven candidates for Germany’s anti-migration Alternative for Germany (AfD) party have died in recent weeks ahead of local elections in the western state of North Rhine-Westphalia, prompting calls for investigation.
Venezuela-U.S. Standoff Escalates As Vance Defends Strike
A drug-related standoff between Venezuela and the United States further escalated Saturday as U.S. Vice President JD Vance defended a strike on a suspected drug-trafficking speedboat that killed 11 people in the southern Caribbean.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Vows to Keep Attacking Russian Energy Despite Criticism from Neighbors (Worthy News Radio)
Ukraine’s president has vowed to continue retaliating against Russian attacks on his country’s energy facilities and civilian sites, despite criticism from neighbors Slovakia and Hungary. Volodymyr Zelenskyy made the remarks after meeting Slovakia’s prime minister in the Ukrainian border city of Uzhhorod.
U.S. to End Support for Eastern Europe Military Training Program
Europe faced fresh anxiety Friday after the White House confirmed the United States will end support for a program that helped prepare Eastern European armies to counter potential Russian aggression.
Putin Warns Foreign Troops in Ukraine Would be ‘Legitimate Targets’ (Worthy News Radio)
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Friday that any foreign troops sent to Ukraine would be “legitimate targets for destruction” by Russia’s military. His comments came a day after European leaders met in Paris to discuss possible future security guarantees for Ukraine.
Afghanistan Quake Leaves Villages in Ruins; Mother Forced to Leave Children Behind
Afghan families are forced to make impossible choices after a 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, devastating the mountainous Kunar province, where entire villages collapsed.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Trump Pushes “Last Warning” Ceasefire and Hostage Deal in Gaza as Blood Moon Rises Over Israel
U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that he believes a ceasefire and hostage exchange agreement in Gaza could be reached "very soon," while issuing what he called a final ultimatum to Hamas.
Israel Expands Gaza City Offensive, Strikes High-Rises and Destroys Hamas Command Tunnel
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intensified operations in Gaza City over the weekend, targeting Hamas command infrastructure, demolishing underground tunnels, and striking multiple high-rise buildings the military said were being used for terrorist activity.
Inside the United States
Trump Task Force Report Alleges Biden Administration Weaponized Federal Government Against Christians
A new report released by the Trump-appointed Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias alleges that the Biden administration "weaponized the full weight of the federal government against Christians," targeting faith communities across multiple agencies and departments.
Trump Revives ‘Department of War’ while U.S. Pushes for Release of Hostages
President Donald J. Trump on Friday revived the historic title “Department of War” for the U.S. Defense Department as his administration claimed credit for freeing dozens of American hostages and pressed for the release of others still held in Gaza and Belarus.
Christian News
Over 100 Killed In Weekend Violence Across Nigeria; Christians Targeted
Clashes between local security forces and Islamic fighters linked to crime gangs and designated terror groups killed more than 100 people across Nigeria over the weekend, with many victims identified as Christians, several sources confirmed Sunday.
Worthy Insights
Shocking New Research Shows Resurgence in Church Attendance Among Millennials and Gen Z
Brand new research from Barna shows a shocking resurgence in church attendance among Millennials and Gen Z. The statistics are wildly encouraging.