Conflicts and War

"And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not troubled; for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet" (Matthew 24:6).

Conflict and war has been a recurring theme for most of mankind's brief stay on this earth. Read on to discover why, and how it will be stopped.

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All the News That Fits Into One Minute

With the U.S. networks continually cutting back on international coverage, where can a Christian turn to watch world events?
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In Brief... Military Developments Around the World

Japan looks to change its consitution while Russia makes progress in advancing beyond the United States' space capabilities.
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In Brief... Indonesia Unravels

Civil unrest and recent deployments have eroded discipline; field units ignore rules of engagement and even open fire on other forces. An outbreak of violence across the country will make it impossible for the army to hold the nation of...
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The Survival Game: Who Wins?

Mankind's fundamental philosophy toward survival is driving the world toward disaster. Why do so many follow a way that is so destructive? What can—and should—you do to survive?
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Coming: A Religious Revival With Deadly Consequences

Europe, home of so much Christian history and tradition, has in the last century grown increasingly agnostic and atheistic.
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Europe's Coming Religious Revival

Europe's experience with Christianity—including the dark side of its abuses and excesses—tells an astonishing and even violent tale. If Bible prophecy is any indication, that story will again be dark and violent.
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European Rapid Reaction Force: Rival to NATO?

"In 1990 there were two superpowers. Now there is only one. Could there soon be another?"
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Who Will Be the Next Superpower?

The rise and fall of empires isn't a dry subject only for academics and historians- especially when the next collapsing empire may be today's superpower, the United States.
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This Is The Way, Walk in It: What's on the Front Page of Your Mind?

If evil occurs and no one pays attention, will it just go away?
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In Brief... World News Review: Europe Prepares for War

A former German admiral has laid out reasons why NATO and the European Union are putting themselves on a war footing.
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To Tell the Truth

It isn't easy to face the ugly truth about one's past actions. It's even harder for an entire nation to come to grips with a collective guilt. But if there is ever to be hope that the past is not...
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Reversal of Fortune for Two African Countries

Once one of the most unstable of African countries, Ghana is now a model of stability and success. what turned Ghana around in the past 20 years? What lessons are there in its success story for the other struggling African...
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French Intellectuals see Germany as Potential Threat

Several recent books published in France have warned about Germany. the authors differ on various points, but all agree that missteps now could mean a future dominated by Germany.
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World News and Trends: The specter of bioterrorism

According to Foreign Affairs magazine, several nations besides the United States possess biological weapons: Iraq, Iran, Syria, Libya, China, North Korea, Russia, Israel, Taiwan and possibly Sudan, India, Pakistan and Kazakhstan.
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In Brief...World News Review Keeping Up With Africa: A Continent in Jeopardy

Though there are a few bright spots, the overall African situation still looks decidedly grim.
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Another Crack in the Transatlantic Alliance?

In a nationally televised speech February 27, President Bush announced to a cheering Congress his intention to move forward with his national missile defense plan. Will this plan, which does not protect Europe, goad the Europeans toward independence from any...
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World News and Trends: Missile threat greater than during Cold War

"The risk of a missile attack against the United States involving chemical, biological or nuclear warheads is greater today than during most of the Cold War and will continue to grow in the next 15 years, says a new global...
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World News and Trends: Back to the Cold War?

While Americans focused their attention on two men's struggle for the presidency, an old problem resurfaced.
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Germany and Russia Shifting Balance of Power

More than a century after his death, Otto von Bismarck's dream for Germany seems closer to being realized.
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In Brief... Persian Gulf Council Meets, Acts

The six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) angered Iran and Iraq with the communique issued at the end of their December 2000 summit.
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