“Our leadership believes that Israel is the only democratic state that has excellent relations with both countries,” said the Ukrainian Ambassador to Israel

Church

To Stay and Serve: Why We Didn’t Flee Ukraine

In recent days, the events from the book of Esther have become real to us in Ukraine. It’s as if the decree is signed, and Haman has the license to destroy an entire nation. The gallows are ready. Ukraine is simply waiting.

Europe

Zelensky Says Ukraine ‘Left Alone’ To Face Russian Invasion, 137 Killed On 1st Day

“Russia has embarked on a path of evil, but Ukraine is defending itself and won’t give up its freedom.”

Distress of Nations

MIDEAST REVIEW w/ Amir Tsarfati: The Ripple Effect Of The Ukrainian & Russian Crisis

We are watching historic changes taking place in the world. Often, before a big earthquake there will be a series of foreshocks. These trigger concerns that a major earthquake is on the horizon. The same is true in the geopolitical world.

Asia

On Alert: Taiwan Warns Of ‘Destabilizing’ Actions By Chinese As Russia Invades Ukraine

Taiwan scrambled its air force Thursday as nine Chinese aircraft have entered the island nation’s air defense zone, the Taiwan Ministry of Defense announced.

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Explosions In Ukraine as Russia Begins Invasion; G7 To Meet To Discuss ‘Global Peace & Security’

“The United States and our Allies and partners will impose on Russia for this needless act of aggression against Ukraine and global peace and security“

Wars and Rumours of Wars

‘Rumors Of War’ Survey: 74% Of Americans Think US Will Be Involved In A War Within 12 Months

“Increased geopolitical unrest within the world, including ‘wars and rumors of wars,’ is among the signs emphasized, by Jesus, as a sign of the end of the age“

Israel & Middle East

MIDEAST REVIEW w/ Amir Tsarfati: Panic, Appeasement & Looming War

If Ukraine is taken, it could be just the first of multiple dominoes to fall to a Russian juggernaut. This continues to fit very snugly into an Ezekiel 38 last days scenario.

Israel & Middle East

MIDEAST REVIEW w/ Amir Tsarfati: Defence Against Aggression

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett says that within a year the IDF will have the technology to deploy a laser missile interception system.

Distress of Nations

Putin’s Treachery: Betraying the Budapest Memorandum & Its Implications In Bible Prophecy

Putin shows no qualms about taking a hypocritical position – demanding security guarantees, while betraying Russia's security assurances promised to Ukraine, under the 1994 Budapest Memorandum

Berean Review

Rumors of War

Rumors of war are flying with a fury out of Ukraine and Russia. Massive numbers of troops are on the move. Jesus warned that the last days would be characterized by rumors of war.

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Ukraine, Taiwan, and a Weak Commander in Chief

The US is confronting a pair of ruthless dictatorships in 2 potential collisions that could change history—The simple fact is Putin and Xi sense real weakness in the American commander in chief.

Distress of Nations

Ukraine Crisis Escalates: Russian Plot To Oust Ukraine Leaders Exposed

UK releases statement revealing "Russian activity designed to subvert Ukraine," specifically intelligence indicating they are "looking to install a pro-Russian leader in Kyiv"

Distress of Nations

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister: ‘We Are Not Afraid Of Anyone, Not Even The U.S.’

As the US and Russia met in Geneva, the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister took the opportunity to tell the press, gathered at the event, "we are not afraid of anyone, not even the U.S."

Distress of Nations

Families Of US Embassy Personnel In Ukraine Ordered To Begin Evacuating As Soon As Monday: Officials

Next week, the State Department is also expected to encourage Americans to begin leaving Ukraine by commercial flights, "while those are still available," one official said.

Distress of Nations

US Raises Concerns About Russian Troop Movements To Belarus

The Biden admin. is watching with concern Russian troop movements to Belarus, which they fear could be used to attack Ukraine from the north, a senior State Department official said Tuesday.

Distress of Nations

Sweden Rolls Out Tanks On Baltic Island Over Russia Tensions As Police Investigate Drones Over Nuclear Sites, Gov’t Buildings

Sweden deployed armored combat vehicles and armed soldiers to patrol streets on the island of Gotland in response to increased "Russian activity" in the region, the military said.

Distress of Nations

White House: ‘Russia Could, At Any Point, Launch An Attack In Ukraine’

"Russia is about to make a major move," warned Tsarfati, explaining that Russia is "taking advantage of the situation, now that America is at its weakest spot."

Distress of Nations

Thousands Of Russian Troops Descend On Kazakhstan After Deadly Uprising

It wasn’t immediately clear whether the newly arrived Russian forces – formally described as “peacekeepers” – were involved in the violence.

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Ukraine Uncovers Russian-Linked Coup Plot, As NATO Warns Russia Against Invading Ukraine

Ukraine’s president has said intelligence services uncovered a plot involving a group of Russians and Ukrainians to overthrow his government next week.

Asia

China, Russia Bolster Ties To Counter US As Tensions Rise

China and Russia have bolstered their defense ties in a move to counter what they claim is a growing military threat from the U.S.

Distress of Nations

Russia Shoots Down Satellite In Claimed ‘Test’; A Response To Evidence Showing Approaching Invasion Of Ukraine?

Russia has shot down a satellite in orbit over the weekend, the U.S. Space Command revealed Monday.

Israel & Middle East

MIDEAST REVIEW w/ Amir Tsarfati: Preparations For The War Of Ezekiel

Although it saddens me greatly, I also recognize that it is this perception of weakness that will enable the fulfillment of the Ezekiel prophecies.

Asia

MIDEAST REVIEW w/ Amir Tsarfati: Weakness Emboldens The Wicked

As we look at this world, it seems much of it is falling apart, but what looks like global insanity actually fits exactly into what was prophesied 2500 years ago

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Huckabee: China Is Cozying Up To The Taliban, Iran, Russia… And ‘I’m Tired Of Being Lied To’

Investigative reporter Lara Logan made a good point about the fiasco in Afghanistan on last night’s Tucker Carlson show. She said that “this doesn’t...

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Amir Tsarfati Middle East Update: Is it Time for Russia to Make a Move?

Join Amir Tsarfati and Mike Golay for a live Middle East Update, discussing if now is the time for Russia to make a move.

Israel & Middle East

MIDEAST REVIEW w/ Amir Tsarfati: Twisting Political Landscape

Missiles fired by F16s, were intercepted by Russian-made air defense systems. This means Russia is actively assisting Syria against Israeli strikes

Europe

Massive Exercise In Black Sea With US Comes After Russia Warning

Russia has warned the US and UK not to “tempt fate” in the Black Sea. The Black Sea is only one place where there are naval tensions.

Europe

Russian Navy Conducts Massive Drills in Pacific: Report

The Russian Defense Ministry said the drills involved 'up to 20 surface combatants, submarines and support vessels'

Europe

Russia Deploys Three Nuclear-Capable Bombers to Syria

The bombers’ deployment marks the first time since Cold War times that Moscow has stationed heavy bombers in the region.

Distress of Nations

Erdogan Tells Putin International Community Must Teach Israel a ‘Strong Lesson’

Turkish President tells Russian President that the international community should teach Israel a lesson about its conduct toward Palestinians

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Russia Fires Supersonic Anti-Ship Cruise Missile in ‘Signal to NATO’

Russia's Navy has test-fired a supersonic anti-ship cruise missile in the Black Sea in a show of force ahead of NATO military exercises.

Israel & Middle East

Syrian Armed Forces Accuse Israel Several Pre-Dawn Aerial Strikes

The Syrian Armed Forces have accused Israel of several pre-dawn raids on the Mediterranean port city of Latakia, in what was a rare attack.

Europe

EU foreign policy chief: Russia amassing over 150,000 troops along Ukraine borders, in Crimea

"It is the highest Russian military deployment at Ukrainian borders ever," Borrell said after talks involving Ukraine's foreign minister.

Distress of Nations

Franklin Graham: Wars And Rumours Of Wars At Home And Abroad

"Even though the times are perilous and there may be “wars and rumors of wars,” as Christians we don’t have to be fearful."

Wars and Rumours of Wars

Ukraine Conflict: Moscow Could ‘Defend’ Russia-Backed Rebels

As Russian-backed separatist rebels and Ukrainian troops clash in the east of the country and Russia is building up troops on the border.

Europe

Russia’s Lavrov Warns Efforts to Escalate Conflict In East Ukraine Could ‘Destroy’ It

Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov warned that any efforts to escalate the conflict in eastern Ukraine could eventually "destroy" the country.

Europe

Iran, Russia and Turkey Signal Growing Alliance

For years, Turkey would say one thing to Moscow and Tehran while telling Washington’s Iran hawks that Turkey was “against Russia and Iran.”

Asia

Russia, Iran & China To Hold Joint Naval Drills As CENTCOM Chief Blasts Iran As ‘Driver Of Instability’

On Monday, Russia announced plans to hold joint naval drills with Iran and China in the Indian Ocean, according to Reuters.

Europe

Russia Says Israel Should Report Iran Threats In Syria To Moscow Rather Than Responding

Russia: Israel should report security threats in Syria rather than responding in order to keep country from becoming 'battlefield against Iran'

Europe

Russia Tests Anti-Satellite Missile In Pursuit to Make Space a ‘Warfighting Domain,’ US Officials Say

The anti-satellite missile was tested Tuesday; Kremlin has, to date, demonstrated 2 different types of space weapons, US Space Command said

Europe

Israel Summons Russian Envoy After Labeling The Jewish State As Mideast ‘Problem’

The Russian Ambassador to Israel was summoned for a meeting by Israel’s Foreign Ministry following scathing comments against the Jewish state.

Europe

Trump Administration Pulls Out of Open Skies Treaty With Russia

The Trump administration has officially withdrawn from a decades-old arms agreement with Russia, Sec. of State Mike Pompeo said on Sunday.

Europe

Russian Airstrikes Obliterate Turkish-Backed ‘Rebel’ Camp In Idlib, Killing Over 60

Syria heats up again, as Russian jets on Monday pounded a camp full of Turkish-backed militants in Idlib, killing at least 60.

Europe

Russia Willing to Sell Iran Advanced Air Defense Systems: Report

Russia's envoy to Tehran cited as saying Moscow open to arms deals once international embargo on Tehran expires.

Europe

Russia, Iran & Turkey Seek ‘Strong Foundation’ for Partnership

Iran Media described discussions as working to form “strong foundation” for future work; Iran, Turkey & Russia have worked closely in Syria.

Middle East

US Forces Harassed, Injured in Vehicle Collision in Eastern Syria

US soldiers injured in an escalation with Russian forces in Syria; incidents increase involving US patrols being harassed by Russian forces.

Europe

Putin Pledges New Hypersonic & Underwater Nuclear Weapons: Report

Putin reveals Russian navy will be armed with hypersonic nuclear strike weapons, underwater nuclear drones, currently in the final phase of testing.

Africa

Russia’s Involvement in Libya Gains Traction as 300 Syrian Forces are Deployed

Russia is sending hundreds of troops from Syria down to Libya; Theses forces are reported to be backing Khalifa Haftar’s resistance.

Europe

Russia, Turkey & Iran Coordinate Anti-US Syria Policy, Slamming Israel

Russia, Turkey & Iran held a meeting to coordinate efforts in Syria; Their goals appeared aimed at undermining the US role in Syria & condemnation of Israel

Europe

Russian Bombers Intercepted Off Alaska Coast for 2nd Time in a Week

Four Russian “Bear” bombers were intercepted off the coast of Alaska for the second time in a week, NORAD said Wednesday.

Europe

Russia Tests 7 New Weapons Systems in Syria; Claim New Laser Shot Down Israeli Drone

There is no indication that the Russian army shot down an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle in southwestern Syria during tests of a new laser weapons system.

Europe

Russia Delivers Advanced MiG-29 Fighters to Assad

The handover to Syria of a squadron plus of Russian “advanced & modernized” MiG-29 fighter jets is confirmed by Moscow at Russia’s Khmeimim air base

Africa

Russian ‘Camouflaged’ Fighter Jets Deployed to Libya to Back Rebel Airstrikes on Capital: US military

The aircraft departed from an airbase in Russia via Syria, where they “were repainted to camouflage their Russian origin,” before arriving in Libya.

Asia

China Wants International Probe into U.S. ‘Biological Weapons’

The Chinese state newspaper Global Times cited “Chinese military experts” urging an international probe into American biological laboratories.

Israel & Middle East

Syrian Air Defences Activated by Allegedly Israeli Airstrikes Over Aleppo

Israel has previously struck several military research facilities believed to have been a center for chemical and biological weapons.

Europe

Turkey Says Deployment of Russian S-400 missiles Will Go Forward; Despite Warnings of US Sanctions

Turkey's planned deployment of Russian S-400 missile defenses was delayed by COVID-19 will ultimately go ahead despite US warnings of sanctions.

Europe

Russian Pilots Intercept US Navy Aircraft for Second Time in 4 Days

Russian pilots intercepted a US Navy aircraft in an "unsafe & unprofessional manner" on Sunday for the 2nd time within 4 days, said US Naval Forces.

Asia

Pompeo urges UN to extend arms embargo on Iran

Pompeo over the weekend urged the United Nations Security Council to extend the international arms embargo on Iran, set to expire in October.

Anti-Semitism

Arsonist Torches Synagogue in Northern Russia

A synagogue in northern Russia was severely damaged in a fire that the local Jewish community said was caused by arsonists.

Middle East

OPEC+ to Reduce Oil Production by 9.7 Million Barrels Per Day for Two Months

Russia & Saudi Arabia conclude oil dispute in historical deal; Reduction is reported to be nearly 10% of the global supply to combat dropping oil prices

Middle East