Prophecy News Watch - May 6, 2025
Around the World
Trump Says Mexico Rejected U.S. Troop Offer Over Cartel Fears: “She Can’t Even Think Straight”
President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday that he offered to send U.S. troops into Mexico to help combat the country’s deadly drug cartels — but said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum turned him down because she is "afraid of the cartels."
Iran Unveils Advanced Ballistic Missile Capable of Penetrating U.S. Defense Systems, Escalates Regional Tensions
Iran has announced the successful test of a new medium-range ballistic missile—Qassem Basir—boasting advanced capabilities designed to evade some of the world's most sophisticated air defense systems, including the U.S.-made THAAD, currently deployed in Israel.
Rubio Designates Haitian Gangs as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has designated two Haitian gangs as foreign terrorist organizations, adding to a list of transnational criminal organizations, including Mexican cartels and the violent Venezuelan prison gang Tren de Aragua.
U.S. Expansionism? Trump Won’t Rule Out Military Move for Greenland, Eyes Canada
There was more anxiety in Europe on Monday after U.S. President Donald J. Trump did not rule out using military force to gain control of Greenland, the world’s largest island and an autonomous territory within Denmark.
Netherlands Marks 80 Years Of Post-War Freedom Amid Anxiety (Worthy News In-Depth)
The Netherlands marked 80 years since the end of World War Two on Monday with parades, festivals, communal meals, and speeches amid anxiety about the future and several anti-Israel protests.
Ultranationalist Wins First Round Of Romania Elections
An ultranationalist who opposes military support for Ukraine, criticizes the European Union, and calls himself the “natural partner” of U.S. President Donald J. Trump has won the first round of Romania’s presidential election redo, official data showed.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Prepares Major Gaza Offensive as Trump Visit Looms; Hostage Deal Window Narrowing
Israel’s security cabinet has approved an expansive military operation in Gaza, dubbed “Operation Gideon’s Chariots,” with officials warning that unless a hostage deal is secured by the end of U.S. President Donald Trump’s upcoming Middle East visit, the offensive will begin with full force.
Israel and U.S. Launch Major Airstrikes on Houthis in Yemen After Missile Hits Near Ben-Gurion Airport
The Israeli Air Force, in coordination with the United States, launched a wide-scale aerial assault on Houthi targets in Yemen late Sunday night, following a ballistic missile strike near Israel's Ben-Gurion Airport.
Inside the United States
Trump Administration Offers $1,000 for Illegal Immigrants Who Self-Deport
In a sweeping new effort to reduce the number of illegal immigrants in the country, the Department of Homeland Security announced Monday it will pay a $1,000 reward plus travel assistance to migrants who voluntarily leave the United States through a new self-deportation initiative.
Trump’s Plan to Use Alcatraz as a Prison Faces Challenges
Critics on Monday were quick to point out challenges to President Donald Trump's call over the weekend to rebuild and reopen a prison the federal government closed in 60 years because it was too expensive to operate.
Christian News
Christian Worker Abducted In Pakistan Raising Broader Concerns
A young Christian man working as an assistant lineman at Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) remained missing Sunday after he was abducted in the Pakistani province of Punjab, activists supporting his family told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
Record 7,750 Baptized in California in Largest Water Baptism in U.S. History
More than 7,000 people were baptized Saturday in the waters off Huntington Beach, Calif., in what organizers called the largest single-day baptism event in American history -- and a milestone leading up to an even larger gathering planned for June.
UK Experiencing a ‘Remarkable Spiritual Shift’
For decades, the United Kingdom has been seen as a tough place to reach people with the gospel. In recent months, though, evangelists are seeing a change – not only are people wanting to hear the good news, but Christians are also helping spread it. Many say the spiritual shift that's happening is both real and remarkable.
Turkey in Syria: Israel Concerned Erdogan Seeks to Re-Form Ottoman Empire
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is seeking more influence in the Middle East by increasing his presence in Syria. Experts believe Erdogan will continue his desire for control as part of a much broader vision, and that could be a major issue for Israel.
Trump Says Mexico Rejected U.S. Troop Offer Over Cartel Fears: “She Can’t Even Think Straight”
President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday that he offered to send U.S. troops into Mexico to help combat the country’s deadly drug cartels — but said Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum turned him down because she is "afraid of the cartels."
Iran Unveils Advanced Ballistic Missile Capable of Penetrating U.S. Defense Systems, Escalates Regional Tensions
Iran has announced the successful test of a new medium-range ballistic missile—Qassem Basir—boasting advanced capabilities designed to evade some of the world's most sophisticated air defense systems, including the U.S.-made THAAD, currently deployed in Israel.
Rubio Designates Haitian Gangs as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has designated two Haitian gangs as foreign terrorist organizations, adding to a list of transnational criminal organizations, including Mexican cartels and the violent Venezuelan prison gang Tren de Aragua.
U.S. Expansionism? Trump Won’t Rule Out Military Move for Greenland, Eyes Canada
There was more anxiety in Europe on Monday after U.S. President Donald J. Trump did not rule out using military force to gain control of Greenland, the world’s largest island and an autonomous territory within Denmark.
Netherlands Marks 80 Years Of Post-War Freedom Amid Anxiety (Worthy News In-Depth)
The Netherlands marked 80 years since the end of World War Two on Monday with parades, festivals, communal meals, and speeches amid anxiety about the future and several anti-Israel protests.
Ultranationalist Wins First Round Of Romania Elections
An ultranationalist who opposes military support for Ukraine, criticizes the European Union, and calls himself the “natural partner” of U.S. President Donald J. Trump has won the first round of Romania’s presidential election redo, official data showed.
Israel-Palestinian Conflict
Israel Prepares Major Gaza Offensive as Trump Visit Looms; Hostage Deal Window Narrowing
Israel’s security cabinet has approved an expansive military operation in Gaza, dubbed “Operation Gideon’s Chariots,” with officials warning that unless a hostage deal is secured by the end of U.S. President Donald Trump’s upcoming Middle East visit, the offensive will begin with full force.
Israel and U.S. Launch Major Airstrikes on Houthis in Yemen After Missile Hits Near Ben-Gurion Airport
The Israeli Air Force, in coordination with the United States, launched a wide-scale aerial assault on Houthi targets in Yemen late Sunday night, following a ballistic missile strike near Israel's Ben-Gurion Airport.
Inside the United States
Trump Administration Offers $1,000 for Illegal Immigrants Who Self-Deport
In a sweeping new effort to reduce the number of illegal immigrants in the country, the Department of Homeland Security announced Monday it will pay a $1,000 reward plus travel assistance to migrants who voluntarily leave the United States through a new self-deportation initiative.
Trump’s Plan to Use Alcatraz as a Prison Faces Challenges
Critics on Monday were quick to point out challenges to President Donald Trump's call over the weekend to rebuild and reopen a prison the federal government closed in 60 years because it was too expensive to operate.
Christian News
Christian Worker Abducted In Pakistan Raising Broader Concerns
A young Christian man working as an assistant lineman at Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) remained missing Sunday after he was abducted in the Pakistani province of Punjab, activists supporting his family told Worthy News.
Worthy Insights
Record 7,750 Baptized in California in Largest Water Baptism in U.S. History
More than 7,000 people were baptized Saturday in the waters off Huntington Beach, Calif., in what organizers called the largest single-day baptism event in American history -- and a milestone leading up to an even larger gathering planned for June.
UK Experiencing a ‘Remarkable Spiritual Shift’
For decades, the United Kingdom has been seen as a tough place to reach people with the gospel. In recent months, though, evangelists are seeing a change – not only are people wanting to hear the good news, but Christians are also helping spread it. Many say the spiritual shift that's happening is both real and remarkable.
Turkey in Syria: Israel Concerned Erdogan Seeks to Re-Form Ottoman Empire
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is seeking more influence in the Middle East by increasing his presence in Syria. Experts believe Erdogan will continue his desire for control as part of a much broader vision, and that could be a major issue for Israel.