Iran expands surveillance capabilities through Chinese satellite partnerships

The Jerusalem Post reports: “In a significant move to enhance its intelligence-gathering capabilities, Iran is actively pursuing partnerships with two Chinese satellite companies, according to a Friday report by The Washington Post citing Western security […]

Weekly Newsletter – August 5, 2024

• Listen – He Speaks Ever So Softly
• Revelation 9: 13 – 19
• Letters We Love
• Counting Down to Armageddon
• The Lessons of Daniel: For then – for now – for the end

CONTENDING FOR THE FAITH

• Preteens rejecting several biblical teachings, survey reveals
• Report: Attacks on Churches Increased 800% in 6 Years

NEWS FROM RUSSIA

• Nuclear Threat: Russia Will Drop ‘Entire Arsenal’ on London, Washington if it Doesn’t Win Ukraine War
• Putin says ‘categorically against’ putting nuclear weapons in space
• Russia deepening ties with global axis of evil – Israel charges at UN
• Western Analysts Warn of Russia’s, China’s Influence in Western Balkans

THE KINGS OF THE EAST

• Hard to fathom’: China rapidly outpacing U.S. in shipbuilding in push for maritime dominance
• Beijing’s top diplomat says China will be a ‘force for stability’
• Philippines accuses China of attempting to block another vessel
• China plans record 100 space launches in 2024, including lunar and station missions
• Kim Jong Un threatens to ‘put an end’ to South Korea if attacked

WHO OWNS THE LAND?

• Biden Commits to Jordan’s King to Continue Ban on Christian, Jewish Worship on Jerusalem’s Holy Temple Mount
• At White House — King Abdullah attacks ’70 years of occupation’ impact
• US could recognize Palestinian state after Israel’s war in Gaza
• Hamas Declares It Will Not Accept Existence of Israel as Biden Admin Touts ‘Two-State Solution’

HAMAS = TERRORIST

• The horrifying report on the 7/10 rapes and massacre
• UN Relief Chief: Hamas is not a terrorist group for us
• John Kirby responds to UN official: Hamas is a terrorist organization, it just is
• Congress bans Hamas from entering USA
• Hamas uses civilians as human shields, Gazan journalist states

NEWS FROM ISRAEL AND THE MIDDLE EAST

• Hezbollah Chief Threatens More Terrorism: ‘The Existence of Israel Is a Disaster’
• Chairman Abbas: ‘We will not allow another Nakba’
• Abbas: PA will take charge of Gaza to prevent ‘second Nakba’ for Palestinians
• Iran Cheers 45th Anniversary of Islamic Revolution with Promises of ‘Death to America’ and ‘Death to Israel’

THE END OF ISRAEL?

• Iran’s President Heads to Turkey to Discuss ‘Annihilation’ of Israel
• Iranian President: October 7 will bring about end of Israel
• Iranian President threatens: The elimination of Israel is possible in our generation
• NYC anti-Israel group leader calls for ‘final blow to destroy Israel’

OCTOBER 7 ATROCITIES

• Israel in Hague hearing: ‘Hamas tortured, burned, raped and abducted – Israel justified in actions’
• Report: Thousands of UNRWA teachers celebrate Hamas’ rape and murder of civilians
• Hamas planned Oct. 7 from before 2014, with final decision made by 5 leaders – report
• Hamas Chief Calls to ‘Build Upon’ Oct. 7 ‘Victory,’ Praises Gaza Donations as ‘Financial Jihad’
• Hamas Defies Critics: Says Its Terrorists Upheld ‘Islamic Values’ During Murderous Attack on Israel
• Gazans to IDF: Hamas steals UNRWA food, kills civilians who ask for aid
• Netanyahu: Israel has no intention of permanently occupying Gaza
• Minister Benny Gantz warns: If we stop now – Hamas will regain control
• Iran’s latest missile strike is a warning message to Israel, US
• Iran says launches satellite in new aerospace milestone

THE KINGS OF THE EAST

• North Korea Ends Policy of Reunification with South Korea
• North Korea’s Kim would not hesitate in ‘annihilating’ South: KCNA
• North Korean leader: Mobilize powerful means to destroy the US and South Korea
• North Korean leader’s sister jeers at Seoul; boasts of nuclear prowess
• Kim Jong Un visits missile launcher factory, warns of ‘military showdown’
• South Korea Views Daughter of North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un as His Likely Successor
• North Korea Stresses Alignment With Russia Against US
• North Korean-Russian Military Cooperation Could Threaten Global Security
• Xi: China Will ‘Surely Be Reunified’ With Taiwan
• China says ‘reunification’ with Taiwan remains ‘inevitable’ after vote
• China FM warns Taiwan independence moves will be ‘harshly punished’ after poll

WORLD WAR III?

• U.K. Govt Warns: Be Ready for War With China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea in Five Years
• British General: Citizens must be ready for war with Russia
• Symbolic ‘Doomsday Clock’ signals continued risk of global catastrophe