Prophecy News Watch - July 29, 2025
Around the World
U.S. Depletes Quarter of THAAD Missile Stockpile in Iran-Israel War, Raising Alarm Over Defense Readiness
The United States expended approximately one-quarter of its total THAAD interceptor missile arsenal during last month's Operation Rising Lion, a massive missile defense effort to shield Israel from Iran's unprecedented ballistic assault, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
Trump Pushes Ahead With Reshaping Global Trade
President Donald Trump pushed ahead Monday with his plan to reshape the global economy to give U.S. companies an advantage during talks with the United Kingdom and China after reaching a deal with the European Union on Sunday.
Trump Shortens Deadline for Putin to End Ukraine War, Threatens New Sanctions
President Donald Trump on Monday issued a sharp ultimatum to Russian President Vladimir Putin, giving him just 10 to 12 days to agree to a cease-fire in Ukraine or face a new round of crippling economic measures from the United States. The revised warning significantly shortens the original 50-day deadline Trump announced earlier this month.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Huckabee Slams UN, NYT, and Hamas Over Gaza Aid “Chaos”
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee on Sunday sharply criticized the United Nations, The New York Times, and Hamas for what he called a "complete balagan"--the Hebrew word for chaos--regarding the distribution of humanitarian aid in Gaza. In a post on X, Huckabee accused the three of spreading propaganda that derailed ceasefire efforts, discredited legitimate aid operations, and ultimately prolonged the suffering of hostages and civilians.
U.S. Rejects U.N. Two-State Solution Conference, Calls It a “Publicity Stunt”
The United States issued a firm rebuke Monday of a United Nations-hosted conference on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, calling the effort a "publicity stunt" that undermines serious diplomatic efforts and emboldens Hamas.
Netanyahu Rebukes Gaza Starvation Claims, Reaffirms Israel’s Commitment to Humanitarian Aid and Judeo-Christian Alliance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu forcefully denied allegations of starvation in the Gaza Strip, labeling the accusations as "a bold-faced lie" during a high-profile address at a Daystar TV conference in Jerusalem, hosted by Pastor Paula White, former head of the White House Faith Office.
Inside the United States
Report: 33% Of American Adults Had Mental Illness Or Substance Use Disorder In 2024
New data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration shows that while some progress has been made in reducing mental illness and substance abuse, 86.6 million Americans aged 18 and older had either a mental illness or substance use disorder in 2024.
Federal Judge Blocks Planned Parenthood Defunding
A federal judge in Massachusetts said the federal government must continue to provide funds to Planned Parenthood through Medicaid on Monday.
Christian News
Congress Introduces Resolution Condemning Christian Persecution in Muslim-Majority Nations
A group of Republican lawmakers introduced a sweeping resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives condemning the systemic persecution of Christians across Muslim-majority countries and calling on President Donald Trump to make the issue a top priority in American foreign policy.
Scores Of Christian Farmers Among Those Killed In Nigeria
Residents in Nigeria’s Plateau State are reeling from attacks by Islamist hardliners that killed dozens of civilians, most of them predominantly Christian farmers, several sources said.
Worthy Insights
2 Dozen Planned Parenthood Facilities Close Across the US: ‘Win for Babies’
The abortion giant has closed more than two dozen abortion facilities across the country, citing, in some cases, funding concerns caused by new federal regulations that prevent Planned Parenthood from receiving Medicaid and Medicare reimbursements.
RFK Jr. Touts Health Wearables for Every American, but Privacy Concerns Exist
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Junior wants all Americans using wearable health devices. While this is part of his effort to Make America Healthy Again, there could be potential drawbacks.
U.S. Depletes Quarter of THAAD Missile Stockpile in Iran-Israel War, Raising Alarm Over Defense Readiness
The United States expended approximately one-quarter of its total THAAD interceptor missile arsenal during last month's Operation Rising Lion, a massive missile defense effort to shield Israel from Iran's unprecedented ballistic assault, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
Trump Pushes Ahead With Reshaping Global Trade
President Donald Trump pushed ahead Monday with his plan to reshape the global economy to give U.S. companies an advantage during talks with the United Kingdom and China after reaching a deal with the European Union on Sunday.
Trump Shortens Deadline for Putin to End Ukraine War, Threatens New Sanctions
President Donald Trump on Monday issued a sharp ultimatum to Russian President Vladimir Putin, giving him just 10 to 12 days to agree to a cease-fire in Ukraine or face a new round of crippling economic measures from the United States. The revised warning significantly shortens the original 50-day deadline Trump announced earlier this month.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Huckabee Slams UN, NYT, and Hamas Over Gaza Aid “Chaos”
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee on Sunday sharply criticized the United Nations, The New York Times, and Hamas for what he called a "complete balagan"--the Hebrew word for chaos--regarding the distribution of humanitarian aid in Gaza. In a post on X, Huckabee accused the three of spreading propaganda that derailed ceasefire efforts, discredited legitimate aid operations, and ultimately prolonged the suffering of hostages and civilians.
U.S. Rejects U.N. Two-State Solution Conference, Calls It a “Publicity Stunt”
The United States issued a firm rebuke Monday of a United Nations-hosted conference on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, calling the effort a "publicity stunt" that undermines serious diplomatic efforts and emboldens Hamas.
Netanyahu Rebukes Gaza Starvation Claims, Reaffirms Israel’s Commitment to Humanitarian Aid and Judeo-Christian Alliance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu forcefully denied allegations of starvation in the Gaza Strip, labeling the accusations as "a bold-faced lie" during a high-profile address at a Daystar TV conference in Jerusalem, hosted by Pastor Paula White, former head of the White House Faith Office.
Inside the United States
Report: 33% Of American Adults Had Mental Illness Or Substance Use Disorder In 2024
New data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration shows that while some progress has been made in reducing mental illness and substance abuse, 86.6 million Americans aged 18 and older had either a mental illness or substance use disorder in 2024.
Federal Judge Blocks Planned Parenthood Defunding
A federal judge in Massachusetts said the federal government must continue to provide funds to Planned Parenthood through Medicaid on Monday.
Christian News
Congress Introduces Resolution Condemning Christian Persecution in Muslim-Majority Nations
A group of Republican lawmakers introduced a sweeping resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives condemning the systemic persecution of Christians across Muslim-majority countries and calling on President Donald Trump to make the issue a top priority in American foreign policy.
Scores Of Christian Farmers Among Those Killed In Nigeria
Residents in Nigeria’s Plateau State are reeling from attacks by Islamist hardliners that killed dozens of civilians, most of them predominantly Christian farmers, several sources said.
Worthy Insights
2 Dozen Planned Parenthood Facilities Close Across the US: ‘Win for Babies’
The abortion giant has closed more than two dozen abortion facilities across the country, citing, in some cases, funding concerns caused by new federal regulations that prevent Planned Parenthood from receiving Medicaid and Medicare reimbursements.
RFK Jr. Touts Health Wearables for Every American, but Privacy Concerns Exist
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Junior wants all Americans using wearable health devices. While this is part of his effort to Make America Healthy Again, there could be potential drawbacks.