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Jordan: A Brighter Spot In Israeli Middle East Relations… But Only God Knows How Long It Will Last

So far, Israeli and Jordanian officials continue to meet secretly to discuss shared security concerns. Only God Himself knows what will happen to Israeli-Jordanian relations after King Abdullah’s reign; but given the Arabs’ intense hatred for Israel, they probably will deteriorate quickly.

Jordan: A Brighter Spot In Israeli Middle East Relations… But Only God Knows How Long It Will Last

So far, Israeli and Jordanian officials continue to meet secretly to discuss shared security concerns. Only God Himself knows what will happen to Israeli-Jordanian relations after King Abdullah’s reign; but given the Arabs’ intense hatred for Israel, they probably will deteriorate quickly.

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Jordan: A Brighter Spot In Israeli Middle East Relations… But Only God Knows How Long It Will Last

So far, Israeli and Jordanian officials continue to meet secretly to discuss shared security concerns. Only God Himself knows what will happen to Israeli-Jordanian relations after King Abdullah’s reign; but given the Arabs’ intense hatred for Israel, they probably will deteriorate quickly.

Iran’s ‘Internet Pro’ Rollout Seen as Tool of Control, Not Freedom

Iran’s evolving internet policy underscores a broader trend among authoritarian regimes: leveraging technology not just to block dissent, but to shape narratives. By selectively amplifying regime-aligned voices while silencing others, Tehran appears to be constructing a digital ecosystem designed to project stability while suppressing unrest.

How Europe Went From Having A Thriving Jewish Community To Being A Hotbed Of Antisemitic Terrorism

It is 1,500 miles from Israel but has been the launching site of more than 220 ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones aimed at the Jewish state since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023. This ongoing hostility stands in stark contrast to the centuries-old Jewish presence that once flourished in this country.

Teens Detained After Arson Attack On London Synagogue Possibly Linked To Iran

British police on Monday confirmed the detention of two teenagers over an arson attack on a synagogue in London, the latest in a series of incidents targeting the Jewish community, as investigators examine possible links to Iran.

Iran Is Learning The Hard Way… Nothing Can Thwart God’s Promises To The Nation Of Israel

It’s difficult to grasp how dramatically everything has changed since Hamas crossed the border into Israel on October 7, 2023. Hamas still exists and might rise again, but, for now, it is a shell of its former self. Hezbollah keeps finding and firing remnants of its old missile arsenal, but it has nothing like the stockpile it had just 2½ years ago. The new regime in Syria is wicked and dangerous, but it is not linked to Iran as the old Assad regime had been. The Houthis, the Shiite militias in Iraq, and other enemies of Israel still exist. But the Iranian regime that once fed and directed them has been shattered. 

A Biblical Acknowledgment Of Israeli Sovereignty In The Tennessee Legislature

A Tennessee bill that overwhelmingly passed the State House and Senate is sure to draw strong criticism from activists and progressives. An angry Democrat Party is often the result when states pass legislation fortifying their acknowledgment of Biblical truth.

Unadulterated Antisemitism: Zohran Mamdani And The Heightened Danger Jewish New Yorkers Face

From lox and bagels to Broadway to the sitcom Seinfeld, the Jewish people and New York City go hand in hand. The nation’s most populous metropolis is home to the largest Jewish population outside Israel: 1.4 million. But since the November 2025 election of the city’s new anti-Zionist mayor, Zohran Mamdani, many Jewish New Yorkers are wondering if “home” will have to be someplace else. New York City long stood as a goldene medina—a golden land—where God's chosen people could live freely, something rare anywhere else until Israel’s rebirth in 1948. Now, with the city led by a mayor hostile to the Jewish people and their ancestral homeland, recent events portend a troubling future for New York’s Jewish community.

Warped Islamic Eschatology: Iranian Regime Hardliners Declare Trump To Be An Evil Apocalyptic Figure

The Iranian regime is viewing this conflict through their own eschatological lens—one which they truly believe they will be supernaturally rescued from. Islamic hardliners who hold to a view that Donald Trump is Dajjal are concentrated in large numbers in Iran and because of this, they will fiercely resist him, believing that the Mahdi and Isa will eventually sweep in and deal with the US/Israel coalition. If the regime falls, it may go some way to shattering their faith in this false apocalyptic vision. If the regime holds against the might of the US and Israel, unfortunately it will mean the narrative strengthens and the resistance grows.

Trump Announces 10-Day Israel–Lebanon Ceasefire As Door Opens For Broader Peace Talks

A major diplomatic breakthrough emerged Thursday as U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, a move...

How Antisemites Are Weaponizing ‘Christ’ To Ostracize Israel And The Jewish People

"Christ is King" is not a misnomer; it is an accurate title, but it has recently been distorted and hijacked for a different purpose. The phrase is being used wrongly, ignoring all historical and biblical contexts. Even though it is not said, when the phrase "Christ is King" is uttered by those people who have weaponized it, more is implied. It is akin to saying, "Christ is King, we [the Christians] are in, and you are out, you worthless Jew!"

US Navy Blockade Successfully Takes Control Of Iranian Ports In Another Effective Blow To Tehran’s Crumbling Regime

This move hits the remnants of the regime right where it hurts. The economic damage is estimated at approximately $435 million per day. Due to Trump’s reinvigorated sanctions, Iran is already broke. The government’s own internet blackout is harming the economy. And Iranian state media estimate it will take $270 billion to rebuild after the damage caused by American and Israeli bombing. The U.S. Navy now effectively controls the gates of Iran — or at least its ports — yet the Iranian regime refuses to acknowledge defeat.

With Its Masters In Tehran Weakened, Now Is The Golden Opportunity To Free Lebanon From Hezbollah’s Demonic Grip

Israel is well on its way to finishing the job and ensuring that Hezbollah never threatens the Jewish state in any meaningful way ever again. On Tuesday, representatives from Israel and Lebanon met in Washington, D.C. for historic peace talks aimed at ending Hezbollah's dark influence in Lebanon, where they've really established a state within a state, all with the active support and funding of the Iranian regime.

A Hostile Iran, A Threatened Israel, And A World On Edge

For years, Iran has openly expressed its desire to wipe Israel off the map. And Israel’s greatest concern? That Iran might acquire nuclear weapons to turn that threat into reality. That concern isn’t irrational. While most nations view nuclear arms as a deterrent, Iran’s objective appears to be much more sinister. It aims to eradicate Israel, echoing the genocidal ambitions of Hitler. The world is watching. Oil prices have skyrocketed. Global markets are shaken. For students of the Bible, these events resonate with prophetic familiarity.

Jew-Hating Podcasters Are Swaying Young Conservatives

A growing wave of antisemitism — including within segments of younger conservative circles — is raising alarms among faith leaders and activists, according to a recent interview on The Todd Starnes Show with E.J. Kimball of the Combat Antisemitism Movement.

Instilling Fear And Suppressing Dissent: Iran Executions Surge To Highest Level In Decades

Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, marking the highest number of executions since 1989, according to a joint report by the Norway-based organization Iran Human Rights.

The Board Of Peace: Could Israel Be Walking Into Another Kind Of Hostage Crisis?

The prophet Zechariah warned of a day when the nations will gather against Jerusalem, and the Lord Himself will intervene (Zech. 14:1–4). Although we are not prophets and must be careful with our interpretations, it’s hard to ignore this prophetic imagery when so many nations are now poised to weigh in on a sliver of land located a mere 50 miles from Jerusalem. Israel has received its final hostage from Gaza. May it not walk into another hostage crisis.

Historical Truth And Biblical Love: Why Holocaust Memory Should Matter To Christians?

This is the time for Bible-believing Christians and Jews to lock arms and work together because end-times antisemitism has become an equal opportunity destroyer for both the Jews and the Christian Zionists. Remember the past, partner in the present, and look forward to the future.

In Under 40 Days, The World’s Number One State Sponsor Of Terrorism Has Been Brought To Its Knees

As part of the ceasefire, Iran has agreed to open the Strait of Hormuz and allow ships to travel through that vital waterway freely. Will they actually stick to that over the next two weeks? That remains to be seen. But clearly, the regime is a shell of what it was on February 28th. A nation of 93 million people with a massive arsenal of ballistic missiles and powerful friends in the form of Russia, China, and North Korea is now teetering on the brink.

As Jew-Hatred Emerges Across Party Lines, Christians Warn: Tolerance Of Anti-Semitism Is The ‘Canary In The Coal Mine’

A growing record of anti-Semitic rhetoric among Republican operatives highlights a concerning new trend in American politics. Once an exclusively fringe phenomenon, anti-Semitism spilled into the mainstream conversation of the Democratic Party after October 7, 2023, when Israel suffered the worst attack on Jews since the Holocaust. But now, the virus of anti-Semitism appears to be influencing Republicans as well. “We already have one anti-Semitic party. We don’t need two,” warned FRC President Tony Perkins on a Tuesday conference call with faith leaders.

Hamas Faces Pressure To Disarm As Officials Warn Gaza Could Slide Toward Another Round Of War

Hamas and the Islamic Republic of Iran actually have something in common: they won't give up control without a fight. As idealistic as it sounds that Hamas would relinquish control in Gaza, personally, I don't believe Hamas really has the track record of keeping promises. They do have a track record of deceit and death.

IDF Establishes ‘Anti-Tank Line’ In Southern Lebanon As Buffer Zone Expands

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced Tuesday that it has completed deployment of ground troops along a strategic ridge in southern Lebanon—dubbed the “anti-tank line”—aimed at preventing Hezbollah from launching direct missile attacks on northern Israeli communities.

A Price To Pay For Supporting Jews: Pro-Israel Christians Are Now In The Crosshairs Of Europe’s Rising Antisemitism

The explosive was planted at the front doors of a building belonging to a Dutch Christian organization (Christenen voor Israel), which seeks to stand “in solidarity with Israel and combat all forms of antisemitism.” While the attack sparked outrage among officials in the nation, the most pointed comments came from the Israeli Ambassador to the Netherlands. “First, Jews were intimidated and attacked in the Netherlands. Now Christians who support Israel are being targeted too.”

Samaritan’s Purse Sends 48 Tons Of Relief To Beirut With Help Of Local Churches

Samaritan’s Purse sent more than 48 tons of relief supplies aboard our 767 aircraft to Beirut, Lebanon, earlier this week. These supplies will help meet the urgent needs of more than 1 million people who have left their homes in recent weeks due to spreading turmoil in the southern part of the country.

Hamas Urges Hezbollah To Kidnap Israeli Soldiers In Response To New Death Penalty Law In Judea & Samaria

Hamas has said it believes the kidnapping of Israeli troops will contribute to the “liberation of Palestine” and also make Israeli authorities think twice about executing terrorists instead of holding them as bargaining chips to exchange for kidnapped Israelis.

Written On An Antisemitic Foundation: This Isn’t Journalism; It’s Anti-Israel Advocacy

The international press ignores, hides, or manipulates “the uglier aspects of Palestinian society” that disrupt the Israel narrative they create for you to read. Friedman suggests that this problem among Jerusalem-based journalists is deeper than their personal opinions toward Israel’s politics and security policies. He believes it’s more about how the press deprecates the “Jews of Israel” because of what they symbolize

Rabbi Proposes A Digital Jewish Temple On The Temple Mount

As we are all too familiar with, the politics governing the Temple Mount have prevented Israel’s orthodox community from pursuing concrete plans for the actual construction of a new Temple. While most, including myself, believe there will be a literal third Temple, the proposal for a largely digital Temple which only requires a small building from which to broadcast from adds an interesting dimension to the conversation.

Six Men Indicted In Pittsburgh After Antisemitic Assault, Coordinated False Statements

Over the following months, the defendants allegedly coordinated through social media to align their statements about the attack and mislead investigators. Several defendants testified falsely about their involvement, the motive behind the assault, and discussions about what to tell the grand jury.

Why the West Must Fight: Iranian Regime Lowers Military Recruitment Age To 12-Years-Old

In case you needed another reminder of the evil that the United States and Israel are up against, an IRGC terror organization official just announced that the regime has officially lowered its minimum recruitment age to twelve. Boys who should be kicking a soccer ball and running around a school playground are instead playing with weapons like RPG launchers.

By God’s Sovereign Design, Israel Will Ultimately Lead The World In Worship Of Him

It is common to cross paths with Christians who don’t believe the Jewish people today are God’s Chosen People. They fail to see how Israel fits into God’s plan for this world, and they cannot grasp Israel’s significance to them as believers in Jesus. Yet Israel is crucial to God’s plan to redeem the earth.

The Future That Awaits The Middle East: The Superhighway Of The Millennial Kingdom

Although the Middle East is currently engulfed in war, the superhighway of Isaiah 19 reminds us that in that future time when Jesus rules and reigns as King from Jerusalem, not only will Jew and Arab peacefully co-exist, but they will also worship the true and living God together. This is a powerful reminder of the sovereign work of God, who alone has the power to transform regions of despair into places of worship, honour, and praise. Although the Western world currently likes to speak about normalisation between Israel and Arab countries in this age, true normalisation will only come when all nations recognise that the God of Israel is the true and living God.

Remarkable Resilience: A Brief History Of Christian Persecution In Iran 

Christianity has existed in modern Iran for nearly 2,000 years. Long before the rise of Islam, Christian communities were already flourishing in the Persian Empire. Over centuries, these believers endured waves of suspicion, discrimination, and persecution. Yet despite political upheaval and government repression, Christianity has survived in Iran and continues today through both historic communities and a growing underground church. 

Passover: Understanding God’s Faithfulness And Prophetic Promises In A Time Of War

Passover is prophetically relevant: Perhaps more important than the biblical foundation and historical customs is the prophetic meaning that the feast of Passover holds. Each of the Levitical feasts found in Leviticus 23 has a clear prophetic meaning and fulfillment as they pertain to the redemptive ministry of Yeshua the Messiah.

The Art Of No Deal: Iran, Trump, And The Price Of Negotiating With Terrorists

Ecclesiastes says that there's a time for all things. There's a time for peace and a time for war. The Biden error was believing that you could have one without the credible threat of the other—and we saw what that produced. We saw what it did in Kabul. We saw what it did in Kyiv. We saw it in the Kibbutzim in southern Israel. Iran has been a clear and present danger for 47 years. We can't neutralize evil by signing an agreement.

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