Prophecy News Watch - May 8, 2025

Around the World
Trump Delivers Ultimatum to Iran: Dismantle Nuclear Sites or Face a Crushing Response
US President Donald Trump delivered a blunt ultimatum to Iran on Wednesday, warning that Tehran must either dismantle its nuclear facilities peacefully or brace for a forceful response.
Global Debt Reaches Record $324 Trillion in Q1 2025, IIF Reports
Global debt rose by $7.5 trillion in the first quarter of 2025 to a record $324 trillion, driven by debt accumulation in China, France, and Germany, according to the Institute of International Finance (IIF).
Trump Tells Canada PM ‘Never Say Never’ About Becoming 51st State
U.S. President Donald J. Trump advised the new Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, to “never say never” about his nation becoming the 51st state of the United States in a closely watched encounter at the White House.
Assassination In Netherlands Linked To Turkey
Police in the Netherlands are investigating the killing of a Turkish mafia boss who reportedly had images implicating politicians of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s party AKP with financial wrongdoing.

Israel-Palestinian Conflict
U.S. Eyes Transitional Administration in Gaza Amid Post-War Uncertainty
The United States and Israel are reportedly discussing a US-led transitional administration in Gaza to oversee demilitarization and stabilization after the conflict, according to Reuters, which cited five sources familiar with the talks. The proposed authority, modeled after the Coalition Provisional Authority in Iraq in 2003, would operate without a set timeline, involving Palestinian technocrats but excluding Hamas and the Palestinian Authority (PA).

Inside the United States
Homeland Security Implements Real ID Enforcement
The Department of Homeland Security announced Wednesday the implementation of its REAL ID enforcement measures at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints nationwide.
Trump Plans to Announce First ‘Major’ Trade Deal on Thursday
President Donald Trump plans to announce his first trade deal with a foreign nation on Thursday after upending the global trade order by imposing tariffs last month.

Worthy Insights
US official: If Israel doesn’t wake up, US will advance Saudi deal without it – report
A senior American official delivered unusually sharp criticism of Israel’s conduct in hostage negotiations and warned that the United States is prepared to finalize a regional agreement with Saudi Arabia, even without Israeli participation, N12 reported on Wednesday.

Worthy Satire (Humor)
Disney’s Newest Adventure: Abu Dhabi – Where Magic Meets the Desert
Disney announced today that its seventh theme park will be constructed in the heart of Abu Dhabi, merging the charm of Mickey Mouse with the heat of the Arabian Desert.
Bush Official Reveals $21 Trillion Underground ‘Luxury Doomsday Bunker’ for the Elite – But is it Revelation Ready?
In a shocking revelation that sounds like a plot twist from a low-budget apocalypse movie, a former Bush administration official claims that the U.S. has secretly constructed a $21 trillion subterranean metropolis exclusively for the rich and powerful to hunker down in during a “near-extinction event,” the New York Post reported.
Dr. Doolittle to Chunk the Groundhog: “I’m Here to Help, Not to Negotiate a Book Deal” (Video)
In a desperate attempt to reclaim his garden from the smug grasp of Chunk the Groundhog, a farmer enlisted the help of the world-renowned animal whisperer, Dr. Doolittle. However, the plan backfired spectacularly when Chunk, now a viral sensation, insisted he was the “voice of a generation” and refused to vacate the premises until his memoir, Living Large: A Groundhog’s Guide to Fame and Free Produce, hit the bestseller list.
Canada Not for Sale, But Free Healthcare and Maple Syrup Up for Grabs, Says Carney
In a tense yet oddly cordial meeting at the White House, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney politely informed U.S. President Donald Trump that Canada is, in fact, not for sale. The statement came after Trump reportedly floated the idea of purchasing the Great White North as a way to resolve ongoing tariff disputes.
Trump Declares Washington D.C. the Official Host of the 2027 NFL Draft, Promises “Greatest Draft in History”
In a move that has left both political pundits and sports analysts scratching their heads, former President Donald Trump announced that Washington D.C. will host the 2027 NFL Draft. The announcement, made from the Oval Office, was accompanied by a flurry of superlatives and a promise that this draft would be "the greatest in history."