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Spiritual Delusion: The Undercurrent Of Australia’s Antisemitism Problem

Those familiar with Australia will know that it is often affectionately called “Down Under.” The origins of the name are obvious. Being located deep in the southern hemisphere, Australia is “down” and “under” almost all other land masses. Yet, there is also a spiritual parallel to this geographic description. Australia is going down spiritually and is suffering under deception, particularly that deception which manifests in Jew-hatred.

Spiritual Delusion: The Undercurrent Of Australia’s Antisemitism Problem

Those familiar with Australia will know that it is often affectionately called “Down Under.” The origins of the name are obvious. Being located deep in the southern hemisphere, Australia is “down” and “under” almost all other land masses. Yet, there is also a spiritual parallel to this geographic description. Australia is going down spiritually and is suffering under deception, particularly that deception which manifests in Jew-hatred.

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Spiritual Delusion: The Undercurrent Of Australia’s Antisemitism Problem

Those familiar with Australia will know that it is often affectionately called “Down Under.” The origins of the name are obvious. Being located deep in the southern hemisphere, Australia is “down” and “under” almost all other land masses. Yet, there is also a spiritual parallel to this geographic description. Australia is going down spiritually and is suffering under deception, particularly that deception which manifests in Jew-hatred.

Weaponized Against Israel: Is Antisemitism The New Requirement To Win The Nobel Peace Prize?

Antisemitism continues to become normalized on so many levels, and it is also gaining momentum to soon become state-sponsored. The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize decision will help that transition further. In a world where good becomes evil and evil is praised, it is hard to be a person of good will, let alone a Christian. The Norwegian Nobel Committee is confident in the integrity of Ms. Pillay, so she is the recipient of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. Once again, the narrative wins over facts. The United Nations is worthless and obsolete, and the Nobel Prize Committee might have joined that woke social club. Next year, maybe all one will have to do is be the holder of the world record for the most time they uttered "Free Palestine" in a year, and they will win.

All Nations Have Not Just The Right, But The Obligation To Defend Their People

Hamas brutally attacked Israel. Its leaders publicly said that they would continue such attacks. Their goal, stated repeatedly, is not a "two-state solution," but Israel’s complete destruction. To this day, they and their allies repeat their genocidal goal every time they chant, “From the river to the sea,” or “Death to Israel,” or “Gas the Jews.” Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said, “Israel has an inherent and inalienable right to defend itself.” To me, it seems self-evident that all nations have, not just the right, but the obligation to defend their people. For years, Hamas has been firing rockets into Israel. After October 7, they fired thousands of such rockets from residential buildings, mosques, schools, and even hospitals. Their actions made those areas legitimate military targets. They do this knowing that civilian deaths in high numbers help their cause.

Politicians Have Amplified And Encouraged Mass Displays Of Antisemitism—And It’s Time For The West To Wake Up

It was a solemn day of remembrance – yet astoundingly, vigils for the victims were met with flagrantly antisemitic protests around the world, including in New York City. The mayor of New York and his counterpart in London both marked the anniversary with statements that, after a throat-clearing mention of the October 7 attacks themselves, were devoted to defaming the Israeli government rather than honoring the victims of the pogrom. It’s just too much to ask for the people of Israel and the global Jewish diaspora to be granted even a day to mourn their dead; instead, their pain is weaponized to punish the Jewish people for daring to defend themselves.

Formally Adopting An Anti-Zionist Platform, The UK Green Party Sets Itself At Odds With God

The UK Green Party has no understanding of the geopolitical reality surrounding Israel, its history, or most importantly, what God's Word says about Israel. The Bible makes it clear that God has an enduring purpose and plan for the Jewish people on the land of Israel. To stand against what God has declared concerning Israel is ultimately to stand against the God of the universe. That's a scary place to be. God is a Zionist. He founded Zion. He chose Zion. He loves Zion. He is zealous for Zion. If you believe your political party can ultimately prosper in its endeavors while openly defying what God has declared concerning Zion and the Jewish people… think again!

Mourning And Miracles: God’s Hand On Israel In Difficult Times And Amazing Times

There is one other ray of light that breaks through on an otherwise very dark day. It is the change in the mindset of many Israelis. Our people have moved to the right politically, and many have moved toward faith in God. An amazing spiritual awakening is taking place. Though it may not last, seeing people turn toward God fills me with far greater hope than what I’ve been watching in the past as they drift toward hedonism, liberalism, and globalism. We have also seen the hand of God on many occasions these past three years. Most recently, the reported attempt to hijack a commercial aircraft carrying 174 Israelis and crash it in a 9/11-style attack ended with all lives spared.

Israeli Ambassador To The United States Condemns Mamdani As A ‘Defender Of Palestinian Terrorism’ And A ‘Promoter Of Antisemitism’

With his son still fighting for his life, the ambassador stepped away from his bedside to issue a powerful response to New York City Mayor Zorhan Mamdani, rebuking his “dangerous lies” on the anniversary of October 7th. “It’s actually hard to find a sentence in Mamdani’s post that isn’t a lie,” the ambassador began. “Paying lip service to the victims of October 7 just to spread blood libels about Israel might play nicely to the red-green/communist-Islamist alliance that he promotes in the U.S, but those of us who know better see his perverted language for what it is.”

Huckabee Remembers The Deadliest Attack On The Jewish State In Modern History… And The World’s Distorted Double Standard

On the three-year anniversary of the deadliest attack on Israel in modern history, the Jewish nation continues to be misjudged by global leaders—who accuse America’s ally of war crimes following its response to Hamas’ attack on Oct. 7, 2023—says U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee. “Israel is held to a standard that no one else has ever been held to. What would America do to get 250 Americans out of captivity who were being beaten, raped and starved? If that’s our sons and daughters, what do we do?”

On The October 7 Anniversary, The United Kingdom Advocates For Israel’s Eradication ‘From The River To The Sea’

On the third anniversary of October 7th, student organizers in London, England, are determined to hold a pro-Palestinian march through the city. The London Metropolitan Police urged them to choose another date, noting that the demonstration was deliberately planned for the anniversary of Hamas's attack on Israel, warning about the impact it could have on Jewish students and staff. This was also the timing around which the United Kingdom's Green Party voted to adopt a “Zionism is racism” motion, in what the Jerusalem Post describes as “Europe's first mainstream political party to formally embrace an anti-Zionist position.”

War In The Headlines: Is The Israel-Iran Conflict Connected To Bible Prophecy?

For students of Bible prophecy, the question is unavoidable: is the Israel-Iran conflict connected to Bible prophecy? The answer requires both conviction and caution. We should not make the mistake of turning every missile launch into a fulfillment of prophecy. Yet neither should we ignore the extraordinary fact that approximately 2,500 years ago, the prophet Ezekiel specifically identified Persia as part of a future military coalition that would come against Israel. Persia is modern-day Iran. That alone should cause every serious student of prophecy to pay attention.

The New Antisemitism: October 7 Was A Symptom As Well As A Tragedy

So, it is appropriate to remember the tragedy of October 7. In a gruesome Holocaust fashion, many lost their lives after psychological torture, violence, rape, and fire. Many more were taken hostage by Hamas and a plethora of willing Palestinian co-perpetrators (70%-75%). Even during Nazi Germany, some Germans rescued and sheltered Jews. Not one Palestinian did such a thing in Gaza. The families of all these innocent victims are remembered on this sober third anniversary. Will the wounds of October 7, 2023 ever heal? They might, to a point, but not without a scar.

UK Green Party Declares Zionism To Be ‘Racist,’ Backs Eliminating Israel For A Single Palestinian State

Israel’s Foreign Ministry accused the Greens of adopting an ideology aimed at Israel’s destruction and said the resolution went far beyond legitimate criticism of Israeli government policy. The ministry said the motion “labels as ‘racist’ the aspiration of the Jewish people for self-determination” while advocating a Palestinian state “from the river to the sea.” Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar subsequently barred Green Party leader Zack Polanski from entering Israel, saying the resolution constituted antisemitism under the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition because it denied Jews the right to self-determination.

Poll: Nearly 1 In 5 U.S. Voters Would Accept End Of Israel To Stop Iran War

Nearly one in five likely American voters say they would accept a peace agreement ending the Iran war that would dissolve the State of Israel and replace it with a Palestinian state if the deal also brought lower oil and gasoline prices, according to a new poll.

Anti-Zionism: How Antisemites, Like Mamdani, Cloak Their Jew Hatred

It seems that each day brings a new attack on the Jewish people – whether on the streets of New York or aboard the FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv that nearly ended in catastrophe just a few days ago. The tide of antisemitism unleashed around the globe following the October 7 massacre wasn’t just confined to Hamas sympathizers in the region – it galvanized antisemites around the world to express their hatred for Jews under the flimsy guise of “anti-Zionism.”

‘Voice Of Truth’: Iranian Christian Supported By Huckabee Given Israeli Residency, Vows To Continue Advocating for Israel

An Iranian Christian and former pastor has been granted a one-year residency permit in Israel following an appeal from U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee. N12 News reported that in a letter to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Huckabee, who personally knows Iranian-American pastor Ramin Parsa and his wife, Yasmin, highlighted his “steadfast advocacy on behalf of Israel, the importance of his voice in confronting the Iranian threat, and the humanitarian considerations concerning his family.”

IDF: 170 Gazans Listed As Journalists Were Members Of Terror Groups

The Israel Defense Forces said Thursday that 170 Palestinians killed during the Gaza war and publicly identified as journalists or media workers were actually members of terrorist organizations, including Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

Tragedy Turned Into Triumph: The Narrowly Hijacked Flight Of Israelis Showcases The Miraculous Control Of God

On Wednesday, we saw a miracle in the skies. All of Israel is rejoicing, and we should be rejoicing with them. A major catastrophe was averted that would have sent shock waves around the world. A flight traveling from Dubai (United Arab Emirates) to Tel Aviv, carrying 174 passengers, including more than 100 Israelis, narrowly escaped being hijacked by the co-pilot, a citizen of the Arab Gulf nation of Oman. God is a God of miracles. Tragedy was turned into triumph.

An In-depth Look At ‘NAZA’: Hollywood’s New Favorite Documentary Propels Misleading And Manipulative Anti-Israel Propaganda

If you are newly tuning into Israel’s challenges on the world stage, it is important to know that the media’s campaign against Israel is not new. When it comes to Gaza’s partnership with the media, the same tactics persist: reinterpreting Israel's agenda, selective casualty reporting, omitting the element of terrorism, glossing the terrorists, failing to clarify combatant status, attaching misleading photos to articles, or including pictures in articles without context. We are in an age of deception.

As Trump Considers Iran’s ‘Total Annihilation’, Tehran’s Regime Launches Mobilization Campaign Targeting Child Recruitment

We must remember that the regime in Tehran is the same regime that slaughtered 72,000 of its own people. They are not going to give up willingly. Their current actions reinforce this conclusion. Tehran despises the United States and Israel. Any form of surrender to what they consider the “great Satan” and the “little Satan” seems to be out of the question. Iranian authorities assert that more than 1 million people are expected to sign up for their new “Janfada” mobilization campaign, with a claimed initial 1,000 units—which they describe as battalions—prepared. As stated earlier, to boost the numbers, Iran is even recruiting children.

Is Anti-Jewish Legislation Making A Comeback Across Europe?

Are European Jewish identity and freedom circling the drain? How much longer before we see a mass exodus to Eretz Yisrael, forced by the unlivable conditions experienced in Europe? Norway was trying to pass a law in mid-September 2026 that would criminalize anyone doing business with Israeli settlements in Judea/Samaria (also known as the West Bank). The law is currently being discussed in the Norwegian Parliament. Even if it doesn't pass right now, it is a symptom of a much bigger problem; Jews and those supporting them are slowly being outlawed. If passed, that law would give Norway the right to incarcerate people for up to three years. When I first heard of that, I got very concerned. As it turned out, the virus is spreading fast and reaching other parts of Europe.

Israel’s Existence Today Confirms That God’s Prophetic Clock Is Ticking

For those who claim that modern Israel is not Biblical Israel, I would ask: Then why is everything written about Biblical Israel by the prophets happening to the modern state of Israel? Why is the world gathered against her? Why are there efforts to divide the city of Jerusalem? Why is the city a burdensome stone to all the nations? The fact is, Israel’s existence today confirms the fulfillment of prophecies that tell us God’s prophetic clock is moving toward its foretold end. Israel is the timepiece by which last-days events can be measured.

Advanced Systems, Stealth, And Endurance: Israel Welcomes Sixth Submarine at Haifa Naval Base

President Isaac Herzog, Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir attended the arrival ceremony. Katz called the submarine’s arrival a clear warning to Iran and others seeking to threaten the Jewish state. “Distance does not grant immunity, not in the air, not on land, and not at sea,” Katz said. The vessel will now undergo the Navy’s operational integration process. Israeli officials said its advanced systems, stealth and endurance will strengthen the country’s ability to confront threats far beyond its shores.

The Gentile Social Worker Who Saved Thousands Of Jewish Children During The Holocaust

Using her position as a social worker, Sendler shrewdly obtained a permit with the cover story of a worker coming to inspect the sanitary conditions. She then smuggled food, clothing, and medicine into the ghetto to provide relief to those inside while simultaneously smuggling Jewish children out. She entered the ghetto day by day for 18 months and always left with a child in her protection.

Distracted World, Eternal Truth: God’s Command To Rejoice Through The Feast Of Sukkot 

The feasts that God appointed were meant to serve as an alarm clock to the soul of spiritual things, a celebration and a foreshadowing of things to come. Each feast contains structures of remembrance, fueling the spiritual practices and pursuit of the Lord.

‘The War For Truth’: Prime Minister Netanyahu’s FULL Speech Before The United Nations General Assembly

Ladies and Gentlemen, fourteen years ago, I stood on this podium, and I drew a red line. I vowed to prevent Iran’s murderous dictatorship from developing atomic bombs, nuclear weapons aimed at destroying Israel, nuclear weapons that could threaten the entire world. That’s exactly what we did. Now let me say something that might surprise you. Devastating Iran’s nuclear facilities was hard. It was very hard to do. But for me, it was one of the easiest decisions I’ve ever had to make as prime minister. Because if we hadn’t done it, we’d all be dead.

‘I Believe In The Power Of Prayer’: Son Of Israeli-US Ambassador Fights For His Life After Palestinian Car-Ramming Attack

Israeli Ambassador to the United States Yechiel Leiter is abruptly returning to Israel ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) after learning that his son, IDF reservist Neria Leiter, was critically wounded in a Palestinian terrorist attack. “I believe in the power of prayer, and I believe that when the people of Israel unite, miracles happen,” Leiter underscored. “Neria needs a miracle.”

After Warnings Of Antisemitism Were Dismissed, The Jewish Community On Yom Kippur Was Met With Gunfire And Fear

As the sun set at the beginning of this year’s Yom Kippur, a small synagogue’s service in Belleville, Ontario, was interrupted by gunfire. A 29-year-old suspect drove to Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, and opened fire on Jeff Smith, the stationed officer, who returned fire. Witnesses reported hearing 20-30 shots exchanged while the few dozen shul attendees inside the synagogue crouched on the floor in panic as the stained glass windows smashed overhead. The rise of Antisemitism in Canada and around the world is evident. With every threat and gunshot, increasing trepidation settles over each synagogue service and every evidence of Jewish identity.

Israeli Father Of Six Murdered Before Yom Kippur—Where Are The Headlines?

You know what's really sad? Major networks like CNN, The Washington Post, CBS, ABC, and NPR completely neglected to cover the murder of Mr. Shukrun. Yet, they are more than eager to repeatedly publish about settler violence in Judea and Samaria—a problem that the Israeli police and the Israeli defense forces continue to manage. The lack of coverage of this horrific terrorist event on the eve of Yom Kippur is absolutely deafening.

The Bible Demands A Future For National Israel

Dispensational Premillennialism distinctly holds that God has a positive future for the nation of Israel yet to be realized in the Millennium, the 1,000-year reign of Jesus Christ on Earth. The church has not replaced Israel. God’s promises to Abraham and David still hold. They were not fulfilled in the Old Testament era, nor spiritually in the church. This view uses a consistent, literal interpretive method, which allows for non-literal elements, but only when justifiable in the context.

A Beautiful And Costly Sacrifice: Understanding Yom Kippur In A Modern World That Embraces Counterfeit Morality

For the Jewish people, the Day of Atonement is the holiest day of the year as God divinely judges humanity. The believer’s sin is already forgiven and their heavenly eternity is secured. We must fervently oppose the suggestion that mankind in its sinful state is “passable,” as the world suggests, acknowledging instead that man is desperately wicked and our only hope is found in the beautiful and costly sacrifice of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Ireland Boycotts Eurovision 2027 Over Israel’s Participation

Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators protested outside the 2026 contest in Vienna, while similar demonstrations surrounded Israel’s participation in previous years. Israeli officials and Jewish organizations have argued that some of the hostility directed at Israeli performers and delegations went beyond criticism of the government and reflected antisemitism.

UN General Assembly Allows Palestinian Authority President’s Video Address After U.S. Denies Visa

The U.N. General Assembly voted Thursday to let Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas address next week’s gathering by video after the United States denied him a visa for the second year in a row. The measure passed 152–3, with four abstentions. The United States, Israel and Paraguay voted against it.

From Yom Kippur to October 7: When Israel’s Holy Days Become Opportunities For Her Enemies To Strike

As Jewish people around the world are in the midst of observing their High Holy Days, they do so this year with a mixture of anticipation and trepidation. While these holidays hold great spiritual significance to so many, the Jewish people remember that these days can be mixed with tragedy. These feasts were intended to be holy times of celebration. Even today, they point back to ancient biblical traditions while also foreshadowing major events in the prophetic future. Sadly, however, in at least two major cases, they have become reminders of the most unholy ambitions of Israel’s enemies.

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