Governments

"And in the days of these kings the God of heaven will set up a kingdom which shall never be destroyed; and the kingdom shall not be left to other people" (Daniel 2:44).

In this section, find out more about the governments of the world, their prophesied role in future events and the final government that will supersede them all.

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"D" Day in the Gaza Strip

It's "D" Day (Disengagement Day) for Jews living in a tiny parcel of land on the Israeli-Egyptian border known as the Gaza Strip. The 8,500-9,000 Jews who have made the Strip their home must begin to move out by mid-August...
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Berlin Europe's Future Political Capital

British correspondent Gerhard Marx visited the German capital in mid-June. Here is his timely historical and prophetic analysis.
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From Farm to Fork How Safe Is the Food Supply

"Farm to Fork" is the catchphrase repeated throughout the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and EU documents on the issue of securing the food supply against intentional contamination. How safe is the food supply?
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World News and Trends: The French disconnection

Recently the French voted down the new EU charter, already approved by nine EU members.
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Will EU Constitution Rejections Halt the Drive for European Unity?

The citizens of both France and the Netherlands soundly rebuffed the new European constitution through recent national referendums. So where are EU politics going from here? Does Bible prophecy have any say in the matter?
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Is the Philippines Poised for Another "People Power" Revolt?

Fueled by massive street rallies in Metro Manila, the news media in the Philippines is focused on the mounting pressure on President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo to resign, or face impeachment.
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What next for Britain, Europe and the world?

In the wake of the horrific bombings on the London underground transport system, where do we stand in the year 2005—the first decade of the 21st century? From what perspective should we view the time in which we live?
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In Brief...World News Review Iran Opts for Hardliner

In June, Iran elected Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to be its new president. Largely unknown outside Iran (reportedly, he has never even traveled outside the country), he's being called "an ultra-conservative."
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Europe in Crisis Is This the End of the European Union

French and Dutch voters have rejected the new European constitution, while Paris and London are fighting over European finances. Will the European Union survive the current turmoil?
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Democracy in the Middle East

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EU summit failure: Who is to blame?

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Is the EU becoming an "iron" and "clay" union?

Have the recent "no" votes against the new EU Constitution shed a prophetic light on a "partly strong and partly fragile" future configuration of Europe? Most likely!
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Turkey's Future With the EU

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Terrorist Group or Future Leaders?

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Abbas and Sharon: Showdown Over Jerusalem

How to resolve the opposing claims over the world's most controversial city, Jerusalem, was to be part of the international efforts to bring peace to the Middle East this year. The Sharon administration yanked it out of the end of...
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Where Do the French and Dutch "No" Votes Leave the EU?

The recent rejection of the proposed EU constitution by French and Dutch voters has caused a major stir in Europe, where it is seen as a serious blow to European unity. Is there any prophetic significance to this latest development?
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Two Elizabeths A Study in Contrasts

How times have changed! Queen Elizabeth I reigned over one of Britain’s greatest periods of growth and increasing power. The reign of Queen Elizabeth II has seen the disintegration of the British Empire and the considerable decline of Britain as...
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Restoration: Let Justice Run...

The crucial battles in the ongoing culture wars are being fought in the courts.
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World News and Trends: The Catholic Church, China and Taiwan

In recent decades the Chinese have periodically cracked down on Christians. In recent months persecution has become very intense.
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The Dutch "Drive Another Nail"

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