The Watchman Newscast with Erick Stakelbeck

Breaking news out of the Middle East as, in a shocking first, a cruise missile fired by the Iranian-backed Houthis strikes within Israeli territory. Has a new front in Israel’s war against terror officially opened? You’ll want to watch every minute of this Newscast, as we have TBN Israel’s Yair Pinto coming to us from Jerusalem, sharing ominous news about Hamas’ growing threat in the West Bank. Also, what is the truth about the conflicting news coming out about the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking news out of the Middle East, with a prophetic undertone, as Russian military forces are pushing closer to the Israel border. What does the increased presence of Russia along the Golan Heights mean for the IDF? Is this move a more nefarious request from the Iranian regime for Moscow to thwart Israeli defensive operations in Syria and Lebanon? Meanwhile, are the Houthis about to become a hypersonic missile threat to the Jewish State? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Iran and Hezbollah planning an all-out war against Israel? Meanwhile, the Jewish State approves its battle plans for the last bastion of Hamas in Gaza, the southern city of Rafah. Also, did President Biden actually agree with the outlandish comments made by Senate leader Chuck Schumer yesterday about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu? Is the American-Israeli relationship cracking at the seams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this exclusive clip from The Stakscast, host Erick Stakelbeck sits down with Amir Tsarfati of Behold Israel at his home in Northern Israel to break down the possibility of Israel’s Third Temple being constructed soon. How has the war in Gaza against Hamas sped up the prophetic timeline? Also, what rapidly advancing geopolitical circumstances could usher in the Antichrist? Don’t miss Erick Stakelbeck’s entire interview with Amir Tsarfati on The StaksCast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The global chess pieces are rapidly advancing as China publicly blasts Israel over its war in Gaza. China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi called Israel’s battle against Hamas a “Disgrace to civilization.” Meanwhile, amid endless international pressure for a ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to finish Hamas once and for all. Also, we take you to the precarious border with Lebanon where the mayor of the Mateh Asher Regional Council, Moshe Davidovich, shares the eerie and heartbreaking reality of his border communities that have been forced to evacuate under the shadow of Hezbollah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Hamas planning on stoking the flames of violence on Jerusalem’s Temple Mount during the Muslim holiday of Ramadan? The Jewish State is on high alert to keep the tensions from boiling over into the streets. TBN Israel’s Yair Pinto breaks down why the Al-Aqsa Mosque, atop the Temple Mount, is such a global political flashpoint. How can Christians be praying for God’s Holy City in these turbulent times? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down remarks by Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant that Iran and its proxies are planning attacks during the upcoming Muslim holiday of Ramadan that would represent “Phase 2” of October 7th. Plus, a full scale war between Israel and the Iran-backed terror army in Lebanon Hezbollah seems to be drawing nearer with each passing day. How close are we to the Great Northern War? We’re in Israel to get the latest from a true expert, Sarit Zehavi, founder and president of the Alma Research and Education Center. What would this cataclysmic military escalation mean for the IDF and the people of Israel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s special edition of the Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck sits down with Amir Tsarfati of Behold Israel at his home in Northern Israel for a wide-ranging interview. Amir breaks down all of the latest news out of the Middle East, from the IDF’s war in Gaza against Hamas, to the impending war against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Hear the latest prophetic updates regarding the rapidly aligning chess pieces for the Biblical Ezekiel war. It’s hard-hitting, inside analysis from a Biblical, prophetic perspective! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking news out of the Middle East, as the Iranian regime simulated a missile attack on Israel. Is a global war on the horizon? Meanwhile, in an unfortunately predictable act of moral relativism, a United Nations official is now saying that Hamas are in fact not terrorists. We have an exclusive interview with Israel’s former representative to the UN Danny Danon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The IDF struck a Hezbollah target near the Lebanese city of Bint Jbeil. Four enemy fighters were killed in the attack, and one official was seriously wounded. Across the border, two Israelis are in serious condition after a Hezbollah rocket exploded in the Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona. Meanwhile, Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah rejected any potential truce with the Jewish State. Also, we introduce you to an Israeli citizen who was forced to evacuate from his home along the Lebanese border. Is the great prophetic northern war looming? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a surprisingly bold move on the world stage, Israel has banned the United Nations special rapporteur to the Palestinian territories Francesca Albanese from entering the country. This move comes in response to her continued antisemitic comments, going as far as blaming Israel for the October 7th massacre. Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces have exposed critical Hamas tunnel infrastructure beneath UNRWA’s Gaza headquarters. To unpack this crucially important development, we have a special on-the-ground report from TBN Israel’s own Yair Pinto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this exclusive Watchman Newscast special, we take you to a closed military zone right along Israel’s precarious northern border with Lebanon. How much longer can the current situation hold with the terrorist army Hezbollah before things escalate into a full-scale war? We’re speaking with our good friend, Israel Defense Forces Reserve Major and strategic analyst Elliot Chodoff, who breaks down everything from Hezbollah’s day of reckoning, to the status of the hostages still in the grips of Hamas in Gaza, to how the United States needs to respond to the Houthi provocations in Yemen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this very special Watchman Newscast, we come to you directly from the TBN studios in Jerusalem, Israel. Is the IDF close to conquering key Hamas stronghold Khan Younis? We have an exclusive interview with TBN Israel’s own Yair Pinto, who reveals what is actually happening on the ground in Gaza. Is Hamas truly using its own civilians as human shields? Also, what does it mean to Yair and his fellow IDF soldiers that millions of Christians are praying for them during these turbulent times? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking news out of the Middle East as the Israel Defense Forces claim to have struck a Syrian army position near the city of Daraa. With this Israeli airstrike specifically targeting the Syrian army, are these two nations headed towards a more direct conflict? Meanwhile, mere hours after the UK signaled a desire to create a Palestinian state, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has reportedly started exploring the diplomatic process of recognizing the state of Palestine. How does all this mounting international pressure impact Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than four months since the horrific Palestinian terror attacks of October 7th, the United Kingdom is now actively considering recognizing a Palestinian State. UK Foreign Secretary, and former prime minister, David Cameron made these startling remarks Monday evening in the House of Commons. Meanwhile, Israeli undercover forces foil a massive Hamas terror plot via a raid of the Ibn Sina hospital in Jenin. How do these breaking stories relate to the ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tragic news out of southern Gaza today, as 21 IDF soldiers were killed in an RPG attack from a Hamas terrorist. Meanwhile up along the northern border, a critical Israeli air traffic control base was attacked by a Hezbollah missile barrage. How much longer can Israel delay the inevitable great northern war with the Iranian proxy? And while violent chaos is circling the Jewish State on all sides, the European Union is now pushing with all its might to force Israel to accept the creation of Palestinian State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special breaking news edition of the Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a reported Israeli precision guided missile strike today that eliminated five officers from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) outside of Damascus. Iran is now vowing revenge for the strike, which eliminated the IRGC intelligence chief in Syria. Is the region on the road to seeing an ancient prophecy about Damascus fulfilled? Plus, Iran’s proxies carried out yet another attack against U.S. forces in Iraq today that could have ripple effects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Israel fights a war against Palestinian terrorists in Gaza, the Biden administration is now pressuring the Jewish State for the creation of a Palestinian State. How is Israeli President Isaac Herzog responding to this policy recently reiterated by the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken? What does this American stance mean from a prophetic perspective? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BREAKING NEWS: The long awaited Israel military invasion of Gaza has begun. What will be Israel’s strategy in this multifaceted attack to root out Hamas? Also, how will Iran and Hezbollah respond? Watch now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast: countless Bible-believing Christians worldwide believe that Israel is at the center of Bible prophecy and a nation set apart by God. But what do Israelis think? Erick Stakelbeck sits down with Israeli Rabbi Tuly Weisz to hear about the growing number of Israelis who believe their nation is indeed fulfilling Bible prophecy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down what appears to be an historic first: an Israel government delegation openly holding prayers in Saudi Arabia, with no opposition from the Saudi government. The prayers marked the Sukkot holiday and were led by the second Israeli government minister to pay an official visit to Saudi Arabia in the past two weeks alone. As an Israeli/Saudi normalization deal draws closer, the Iranian regime is making its displeasure clear—and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is responding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down reports that Israel carried out airstrikes early Sunday against an Iranian weapons convoy near Damascus. The weapons were reportedly bound for Lebanon, where they would have gone into the hands of Iran’s proxy, Hezbollah. As Iran persists in its attempts to use Syria a hub, is a collision course with Israel inevitable? Plus, a new U.S. report says that Iran may be even closer to possessing a nuclear bomb than previously thought. Will Israel act when the time comes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the thwarting of an Iranian terror plot, which included the assassination of top Israeli officials. What does this extreme provocation mean for the already tense situation between Jerusalem and Tehran? And what does the latest Russian denunciation of Israel mean for the prophetic clock? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israeli airstrikes against Hamas and escalating tensions in Gaza. Could Israel be on the cusp on a new war with Hamas? And was Israel behind a reported major explosion in western Iran that targeted an underground Iranian missile factory? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Iran’s boast that it has developed the world’s longest-range drone. The Iranian regime unveiled the drone at a military parade, claiming it can stay airborne for 24 hours straight. Meanwhile, Iran and Syria held joint military drills on Friday as a top Iranian terror official paid a visit to Syria. And is Gaza about to ignite once again, as Hamas seems determined to provoke Israel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech today to the UN General Assembly. Netanyahu vowed that a “new Middle East” is on the horizon as an Israel/Saudi peace deal draws near and reaffirmed that Israel would never allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons. He also predicted that Israel would play a lead role in the rise of A.I. Will Bibi’s blueprint for these issues come to fruition and does it have prophetic implications? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi’s stay in New York City and his speech before the UN General Assembly. Should the Biden administration have blocked Raisi from entering the United States and was his arrival a sign of American weakness? Plus, a former Israel general speaks out on the need for American leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Hamas’s vow to wage a multi-front war against Israel. Hamas leader Saleh al-Arouri met with other terror leaders in Beirut over the weekend and pledged a united Palestinian front against Israel. Al-Arouri says his ultimate desire is to ignite a multi-front, Iran-backed Ring of Fire against Israel. Meanwhile, the Biden administration today released some $6 billion dollars in frozen assets to the Iranian regime in exchange for five U.S. citizens held in Iranian prisons. Is this really a ransom payment and does it set a dangerous precedent? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are the prophetic implications of the staggering rise of Artificial Intelligence? What could A.I. mean for the Church? Are we at the dawn of a new A.I. generated world religion? How could this breathtaking technology be used if it fell into the wrong hands? Host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by pastor James Kaddis for a TBN special, “The Rise of Artificial Intelligence.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the stunning revelation by Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant that the Iranian regime is building a terror airbase just twelve miles north of the Israel/Lebanon border. The base will be used for drones that Iran’s terror proxy, Hezbollah, can use to attack Israel. How will Israel respond to this threat and is an increasingly emboldened Iranian regime pushing the region towards war? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a major speech by the head of Israel’s Mossad that directly threatened Iran’s regime. David Barnea noted that Israel has broken up no less than 27 Iranian terror plots since the beginning of this year and put Iran’s regime on notice that it could be targeted if Israelis are killed. He also sounded the alarm about the growing Russia/Iran military alliance and how it threatens Israel. Is the Middle East on the brink of war? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Staklelbeck breaks down Russia making moves with Iran, Turkey and North Korea. Russia reportedly delivered trainer jets to Iran, with advanced fighter jets also on the way. Could this change the balance of aerial power in the Middle East and challenge Israel? Plus, Vladimir Putin met yesterday with Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan and is set to possibly meet this month with North Korean tyrant Kim Jong Un. Are there prophetic implications? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a terror summit in Lebanon today. During a visit to Beirut. Iran’s Foreign Minister met with the leaders of Hezbollah, Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. The meeting of these Iranian proxies comes as Israel faces a new terror wave that it says is backed by Iran. Plus, does this week’s Libya/Israel diplomatic controversy have prophetic implications? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a warning from Israel’s National Security Council that Iran-backed terror group could seek to kidnap Israeli citizens at home and abroad during the upcoming Jewish High Holidays. The warning comes amid an ongoing terror wave that saw an Israeli soldier murdered today in a car-ramming attack. How will Israel respond to this latest wave of terror and can the carnage be traced back to the Iranian regime? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s dire warning to the UN about a potential showdown with Hezbollah on the Lebanon border. Israe’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and UN Ambassador Gilad Erdan met with the UN Secretary General today in New York to deliver the message that if UN peacekeeping forces stationed in southern Lebanon forces don’t rein in Hezbollah and Iranian terror, the region could ignite. Is the notoriously anti-Israel UN up to the task? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down an Israeli airstrike overnight that shut down the airport of Syria’s largest city. It was the fifth time in under a year that Aleppo International Airport was closed due to Israeli strikes. Israel has been targeting Syrian airports to stop the flow of Iranian weapons, which are arriving on civilian planes. Plus, is Israel about to debut the world’s first ever laser defense system? And why did a Libyan diplomat lose her job and is now in fear for her life after meeting with her Israeli counterpart? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down this week’s BRICS Summit, featuring Brazil, Russia, India and China Africa, and the possibility that Iran, Saudi Arabia and other nations will soon join this growing coalition. Is this the beginning of a New World Order that will leave the United States on the outside looking in? Plus, former Reagan administration defense official Frank Gaffney joins Erick to unpack what he calls the unprecedented threat posed by China’s communist regime—and what can be done to counter it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down an Israeli airstrike near Damascus International Airport overnight. The reported targets were weapons depots belonging to Hezbollah and Iran-backed militias. The latest strike came as Iran unveiled a new long-range attack drone which it says can reach Israel with powerful payloads of explosives. Meanwhile, Israeli officials say Iran is funding a terror wave in the Biblical heartland of Judea and Samaria. Is the conflict between Israel and Iran reaching as boiling point? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a dangerous confrontation between the U.S. and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps released video over the weekend of its speedboats and drones harassing a U.S. warship and landing ship as they passed through the Strait carrying some 4,000 U.S. soldiers. Are the Biden administration’s continued attempts to strike deals with the Iranian regime only emboldening Iran’s mullahs? Plus, an Iranian delegation is in Moscow today planning greater coordination between Russian and Iranian ground forces. What exactly does that mean? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a harrowing close call between Israel and a Russian drone team. The Russians reportedly had to take cover inside their hotel in Iran as Israel attacked an Iranian drone factory. The Russian team was working with their Iranian counterparts to advance Moscow’s attack drone arsenal—which could soon number in the thousands. What does this growing Russia/Iran alliance mean for Israel and what does the Bible have to say about it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck and Israel Defense Forces reserve Major Elliot Chodoff head to the Israeli town of Metulla, along the Israel/Lebanon border for an up-close look at the Hezbollah threat. An operative for the Iran-backed terror group threw a Molotov cocktail at the Israeli side of the border over the weekend, as a senior Hezbollah commander threatened to invade the Galilee. Between these incidents and Hezbollah’s recent clash with Christians near Beirut, things are heating up to Israel’s north. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down one of the world’s most bitter conflicts. At least 120,000 Armenian Christians are currently suffering under a blockade enforced by the Muslim nation of Azerbaijan. The scene is the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh, where the ancient Christian community is now struggling for survival. Robert Nicholson of the Philos Project joins Erick with an eyewitness account of what is happening on the ground and why all Christians should be concerned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s latest airstrikes on Damascus and the possible prophetic implications. Israel reportedly struck Iranian weapons warehouses in the Syrian capital overnight, killing four Syrian soldiers. With events continuing to heat up in Syria, could an ancient prophecy from the Book of Isaiah regarding the dark future of Damascus be taking shape? Watch now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck’s breaks down the U.S. military’s possible plan to deploy U.S. troops to guard commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf from Iranian piracy. This unprecedented move would be meant to send a message to the Iranian regime and prevent Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps from seizing shipping, in particular in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. But does Iran believe the Biden administration is bluffing, given its desperate attempts to re-establish the Iran nuclear deal? Or is conflict on the horizon? Watch now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s preparations for a coming Great Northern War with Hezbollah terrorists. As Hezbollah leader Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah—with encouragement from Iran—continues to breathe threats and increase provocations along the Lebanon border, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a meeting of his defense and security chiefs to plan Israel’s response. Are tensions building towards a major war with prophetic implications? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Reggie Littlejohn to break down China’s role in The Great Reset. Why do Klaus Schwab and the global elites behind the Great Reset agenda admire Beijing’s Communist regime and how could China’s social credit system be a model for one-world government? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck’s breaks down gloating by Israel’s enemies over ongoing judicial reform protests and how Iran and its proxies plan to take advantage. With Israel facing major internal strife, will external forces look to strike? Plus, Iran unveils a new naval cruise missile that could threaten U.S. forces in the region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the implications of ongoing demonstrations in Israel over judicial overhaul legislation being advanced by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government. The first in a series of planned bills passed today as large protests and counter-protests continue. The internal chaos comes as Israelis prepare to mark the darkest day on their calendar: the 9th of Av, which falls later this week. On that day, Israel will commemorate the destruction of both Jewish Temples. Erick heads to Jerusalem’s City of David to see stunning evidence of both destructions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Hoover Institution Senior Fellow and renowned historian Victor Davis Hanson, who breaks down The Great Reset and the goal of global elites to erase national sovereignty and borders. What is the background of this sinister movement and what does it mean for your future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the looming threat of war to Israel’s north. Hezbollah leader Sheikh Hassan Nastallah is threatening to attack if Israel attempts to disband an outpost that the terror group has set up on Israeli territory. Nasrallah’s threats come on the heels of several recent volatile incidents on the Israel/Lebanon border in which Hezbollah seems to be provoking the Jewish State. Is a Great Northern War on the horizon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down major joint military exercises being held this week between the United States and Israel. In a clear message to Iran, the exercises will focus on striking long-range targets as well as mid-air refueling. While the U.S. and Israeli militaries are cooperating closely, President Biden slammed Israel’s government yet again in comments over the weekend. Is Biden heading for a major diplomatic dust-up with Benjamin Netanyahu and will that jeopardize Israel’s security? Watch now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Danny “The Digger” Herman at Tel Dan in northern Israel to break down two of the most important archaeological discoveries in Israel’s history. We get an up close look at a place of great Biblical significance: the oldest man-made archway in human history, known as “Abraham’s Gate.” Plus, we learn of rock-solid proof for the existence of King David, found in the famous Tel Dan inscription. Watch now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down four major, breaking Middle East stories. First, a rocket fired into Israel from southern Lebanon—Hezbollah’s power base--and Israel’s response. Second, Israeli airstrikes targeting advanced Iranian weapons near Damascus. Third, Russian fighter jets harassing U.S. drones over Syria and fourth, Russia and Syria’s air forces conducting join drills all this week. It’s a prophetic, wars and rumors war update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s launch of a major military operation to root out Iran-backed terrorists in Jenin. The Israeli military moved into the northern West Bank city by land and air early this morning to put an end to a terror wave that has targeted Israeli communities in the Biblical heartland. How long will the operation last and how will Iran and its proxies react? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a daring Israeli Mossad operation on Iranian soil. The legendary spy agency helped thwart an Iranian terror plot against Israelis in Cyprus. But that was only the beginning: the Mossad then apprehended the Iranian terror operative and interrogated him on Iranian soil. Watch now to learn more about this stunning development! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Ukraine’s harsh criticism of Israel and its accusation that Jerusalem is taking a “pro-Russia” position. Ukraine’s embassy in Israel made the accusation on Sunday and slammed Israel for what it called “verbal demagoguery.” The reason? Israel refuses to supply Ukraine with military aid, a move which would potentially provoke conflict between Israel and Russia and hamper Israel’s efforts to stop Iran in Syria. When it comes to Russia and Ukraine, Israel is forced to walk a fine line in a very complex situation. Watch now to see if the strategy can ultimately work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a potentially game-changing Israeli drone strike. The incident occurred on Wednesday when an Israeli drone eliminated a three-man terrorist cell near Jenin. It was the first time in 17 years that Israeli carried out a lethal airstrike in the West Bank—known in the Bible as Judea and Samaria. Did Israel just put Iran’s proxies on notice that the rules of the game have changed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a deadly terror attack in the Israeli community of Eli. Four Israelis were murdered today by a pair of Hamas gunmen, as Hamas and Palestinian Jihad leaders meet in Tehran with Iranian leaders. How will Israel respond to this latest horrific attack and will Iran be held accountable for its continued support for terror? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Staklebeck breaks down Iran’s plan to open a new front in its Ring of Fire surrounding Israel. With a major clash today between Israel and Iran-backed Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists in Jenin, and terror leaders convening this week in Tehran, does the Iranian regime have its sights set on the West Bank—known in the Bible as Judea and Samaria? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck beaks down growing tensions between the U.S. and Russia in the Middle East. As the U.S. sends a squadron of F-22 fighter jets to the region to deter Russia, could things spiral out of control? Plus, Israeli leaders are expressing growing alarm over Russia’s military alliance with Iran. Is this a prelude to a coming prophetic showdown? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a proposal by an Israeli lawmaker that would see Jerusalem’s Temple Mount divided between Muslims and Jews. The suggested plan would end the so-called “status quo” at the holy site and grant Jews permission to pray there. Hamas reacted to the proposal with threats of war. Will this lawmaker’s plan gather steam and could it hasten talk of a Third Temple? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down news that the Biden administration is rejoining UNESCO, the UN’s rabidly anti-Israel cultural arm, six years after then-President Trump withdrew the U.S from it. At the same time, the Iranian regime confirmed today that it is once again engaged in indirect nuclear talks with the U.S. over the Iranian nuclear program. Why now and why are these two moves a debacle for the U.S.? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi’s upcoming tour of Latin America. As Raisi meets with the leaders of Cuba, Nicaragua and Venezuela, how concerned should the U.S. be that an anti-American coalition is forming at its doorstep? Plus, bestselling author Joel Rosenberg joins Erick from Jerusalem to share why he’s so concerned about America’s porous southern border and a potential “nuclear 9/11.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a possible looming peace deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia. With the Biden administration now actively pushing to negotiate such an agreement and expand the Abraham Accords, what are the ramifications for the Iranian axis? And why has Saudi Arabia been drifting closer to Iran in recent months? Plus, after much hype, Iran unveils what is says is a hypersonic missile. Could this be a Middle East game changer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a confrontation in the Strait of Hormuz between Western powers and Iran. The U.S. and British navies intervened as three Iranian attack boats surrounded a merchant vessel on Sunday. What was the outcome and is this showdown another sign of Iran’s growing boldness? Plus, will Israelis be able to put aside their growing internal differences and unite against the external threats gathering against the Jewish State? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck’s breaks down reports that Israel struck a Hezbollah training base near Damascus that was plotting attacks against Israel and U.S. forces. News of the reported strike comes as Israel’s security cabinet plans to convene on Sunday to discuss the growing threat of a multi-front war against Iran and its terror proxies. Will an Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear installations ignite this coming conflict? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down remarks by Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant that an Israeli strike against Iran may be imminent due to “intensifying” threats from Iran and its proxies. How long can Israel wait before acting and will it act alone? Plus, the Biden White House reportedly wants to revive nuclear talks with Iran. Is the U.S. operating from a position of weakness? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a major Israeli military drill that has the Israel Defense Forces simulating a multi-front war against Iran’s Ring of Fire. Could a Israeli strike in Iran’s nuclear facilities be the trigger? Plus, Iranian forces and the Taliban engage in a deadly border skirmish. Why are these two jihadist forces turning their guns on each other? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Danny “The Digger” Herman at Jerusalem’s ancient Tower of David, where they explore the very site where the trial of Jesus may have been held—and where major historical events have unfolded for nearly 3,000 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the secret Iranian underground nuclear sites that may even be unreachable for bunker busting bombs. Does this speed up the timetable for an Israeli attack against Iran’s nuclear facilities? Plus, Israel’s Defense Minister says the Jewish State has doubled its attacks against Iranian forces in Syria over the last few months. Is a major collision approaching? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down new threats from Iran‘s Islamic Revolutionary Guards to deal a “final blow” against U.S. forces in the Middle East and expel them from the region for good. Meanwhile, Iran’s terror proxy, Hezbollah, held major military drills on Sunday at Israel’s northern doorstep. Is a great Northern War on the horizon between Israel and Iran-backed terror groups? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by the Kwak brothers to break down why the year 2030 is so pivotal for the Great Reset agenda—and how the push for global government and a digital currency is growing at an alarming rate. Does this sinister movement have prophetic implications? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the drama surrounding today’s Jerusalem Day flag march and the Temple Mount. The annual march commemorating the reunification of Jerusalem proceeded as planned, despite threats from Hamas. But the day wasn’t without controversy, as Jordan, Egypt and the UAE condemned Israel over lawmaker visits to the Temple Mount. As the Temple Mount increasingly draws the world’s attention, what are the prophetic implications? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the growing Russia/Iran alliance and the gathering storm these two nations pose, along with China and North Korea. Russia has grown increasingly reliant upon Iran’s attack drones for use in its war in Ukraine. What will Russia give Iran in return and why could this alliance pose a grave danger to Israel? And why is Russia furious with French President Emanuel Macron over his comments regarding the Russia/China relationship? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Day 4 of Israel’s Operation Shield and Arrow, targeting Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Gaza. The Iran-backed terror group has launched nearly 1,000 rockets at Israel, while Israel has conducted airstrikes that have eliminated at least six top Islamic Jihad commanders. As the world pushes for a ceasefire, will the conflict widen to involve additional Iranian proxies and ignite the “Ring of Fire” that surrounds Israel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the latest breaking developments in Israel’s ongoing operation against Iran-backed Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists in Gaza. Israel eliminated two top Islamic Jihad rocket commanders today, while Islamic Jihad has launched some 800 rockets at Israel, including a volley at Rehovot that killed one person. Will the conflict continue to escalate or will Egypt succeed in in its attempts to broker a ceasefire? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s new, major operation in Gaza against the Iran-backed terror group, Palestinian Islamic Jihad. Israel eliminated three top Islamic Jihad commanders overnight as it launched Operation Shield and Arrow. With Islamic Jihad and Hamas vowing revenge, Israel is preparing to be targeted with a new round of rocket barrages from Gaza and beyond. Meanwhile, an unprecedented new prayer movement for Israel just kicked off and is drawing millions of Christians from around the globe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Heather Johnston of the U.S./Israel Education Association, who breaks down how Israel and the other Abraham Accords nations can help break America’s dangerous dependency on China for crucial medical supplies. Could the Middle East hold the key to solving this growing national security threat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down stunning comments by Israel’s Defense Minister that Iran now has enough enriched uranium to build five nuclear bombs, if it so chooses. How long can Israel wait before taking action against Iran’s nuclear program? Plus, Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi is visiting Damascus, where he met today with officials from the terror groups Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad and vowed that Israel’s end is “very close.” Has internal discord inside Israel helped make Iran and its proxies more emboldened? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israeli airstrikes early this morning that shut down Syria’s Aleppo International Airport. Was Israel targeting Iranian weapons shipments once again and could Syria be the main battleground for a larger coming war? Plus, Iran-backed terror groups in Gaza unleash a new barrage of rockets against southern Israel. How will Bibi respond? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down reports that the U.S. is equipping A-10 Warthog aircraft in the Middle East with “bunker busting” bombs. Is this a message to Iran and would the U.S. actually use these bombs to target Iran’s nuclear program? Plus, Iran seizes an oil tanker bound for the United States, as Iran’s top diplomat visits the Israel/Lebanon border alongside Hezbollah and breathes new threats against the Jewish State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They call it “The Great Reset.” It may sound like something straight out of George Orwell’s chilling novel, 1984. Yet today, some very powerful global players, led by the World Economic Forum and with the enthusiastic backing of some Western leaders, major corporations and the UN, are promoting this radical transformation of society. How does it affect Christians? How far along is the plan and does the Bible have anything to say about it? Erick is joined by Pastor Jack Hibbs to break down the true agenda of the Great Reset and how Christians should respond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck’s breaks down Iran’s massive arming of Russia’s war machine. From drones to ammunition to artillery shells, the Iranian regime is providing Russia with huge amounts of arms for its war effort in Ukraine. What does Iran want in return? And why should Israel be concerned? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Russia’s refusal of an Israeli request to postpone a Russia-chaired meeting at the UN that coincided with Israel’s solemn Memorial Day observance. Is this an intentional snub by Russia and another sign of growing tensions between Moscow and Jerusalem? As Russia draws closer to Iran and Israel plans more aid for Ukraine, is the stage being set for the latter days war described by the prophet Ezekiel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down remarks by Israel’s Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, about a coming multi-front war Israel will wage against Iran and its proxies, on all sides. Speaking of those proxies, Gallant also shared just how much money Iran pours into the likes of Hezbollah and Hamas each year, and the numbers are stunning. How much? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Iran’s claim that it forced a U.S. submarine to surface in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. denies the incident occurred yet the boast by Iran is another example of the regime’s aggression towards the United States—as the Biden administration still attempts to revive the Iran nuclear deal. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said today that a peace agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia is still possible, despite the Saudis restoring ties with Iran. Is he right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down an historic visit to Israel by the Crown Prince of Iran, Reza Pahlavi. Over the past two days, as the son of the last Shah of Iran prayed at the Western Wall, met with Israeli leaders and quoted from the Bible—citing the Persian King Cyrus—were we witnessing someone who could help supplant Iran’s current regime? Speaking of which, Iran’s president today threatened to destroy the Israeli cities of Tel Aviv and Haifa. Is Iran’s regime growing more bold in the face of internal Israeli divisions? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down today’s annual ‘Al Quds Day” rally, in which the Iranian regime holds massive demonstrations against Israel and America and declares that Jerusalem will be under Palestinian control. Plus, Israel’s former National Security Advisor says Israel may be forced to act alone against Iran’s nuclear program, and soon. Will the U.S. stand by Israel’s side? And is an Israel/Iran war at the doorstep? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Amir Tsarfati , founder of Behold Israel, to discuss Amir’s new book, “Has the Tribulation Begun?” Are the increasing chaos and violence in the world signs that Jesus could soon return? Are we living in the last days? What role does Israel play? And how should Christians live in these tumultuous times? Watch as Erick and Amir break it down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down major developments atop Jerusalem’s Temple Mount. Despite continued threats from Hamas and other terror groups, record numbers of Israeli Jews are ascending the Temple Mount, where their forefathers worshiped at Solomon’s Temple 3,000 years ago and at the Second Temple during the time of Jesus. The Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem, Fleur Hassan Nahoum, joins Erick to share the truth about this ancient holy site and the threats Israel faces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s response to Thursday’s Hamas rocket barrage out of Gaza and Lebanon. After dozens of rockets were launched towards Israel, the Israel Defense Forces responded with airstrikes against Hamas terror targets in Gaza and southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Jerusalem remains tense amid Hamas provocations on the Temple Mount and two Israelis were murdered by Palestinian terrorists in Samaria. With Israel facing enemies on its borders and from within, what comes next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down today’s massive rocket barrage from Lebanon that slammed southern Israel. At least 34 rockets were launched towards Israel the largest barrage to come from Lebanon since 2006. Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system intercepted most of the projectiles. Israel believes Hamas was behind the outburst, acting under the watchful eye of Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. How will Israel retaliate and will today’s events spiral into a larger war? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a very busy weekend of strikes and counterstrikes to Israel’s north. The Israeli Ai Force has carried out three air strikes against Iranian targets in Syria over the past four nights alone—resulting in the deaths of two officers from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps. With Iran’s regime vowing revenge, Israel shot down an Iranian drone over the Golan Heights on Sunday. Is the Great Northern War fast approaching? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Danny “The Digger” Herman at the Biblical location of Caesarea Philippi. Why was this notorious ancient site known as the “Gates of Hell” during the time of Jesus? What do the Gospels say about this location and what did Jesus reveal to the disciples there that was so momentous? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck’s breaks down a brewing crisis between the U.S. and Israel following remarks by President Biden slamming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Biden wants Bibi to halt judicial reform legislation permanently and said he’s “very concerned” about Israel’s democracy. How did Bibi respond and why is it so inappropriate for Biden to weigh in on the domestic political affairs of a sovereign nation and ally? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the dangerous situation in Israel right now. With massive demonstrations over judicial reform rocking Israel in recent days are Iran, Hamas and Hezbollah watching and growing bolder? And does a nation divided mean that Israel’s enemies may look to take advantage? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by the CEO and Jerusalem Bureau Chief for JNS.org, Alex Traiman, who shares the truth about the massive judicial reform protests rocking Israel and what comes next for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Watch now to get the inside story that you’re not hearing from the mainstream media! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the showdown between the U.S and Iran-backed forces in Syria over the past two days. After a deadly Iranian drone attack on an American base left a U.S. citizen dead and five U.S. soldiers wounded, the U.S. responded with airstrikes along the Syria/Iraq border that reportedly killed at least eight Iranians. Iran’s response? Activate its militias to bombard another U.S. base in northeastern Syria with missiles. Is the Middle East set to explode as Iran becomes more bold? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined in Jerusalem by the former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, David Friedman, who breaks down Israel’s historical claim to the Temple Mount and why the Biblical heartland of Judea and Samaria is so important for Jews and Christians. Plus, Friedman analyzes the future of the Iran nuclear deal and whether it’s now dead for good, as Iran strengthens its alliance with Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices