Europe

Europe has been—and will be—the hotbed for much of Biblical history. Many of the world’s greatest empires found their rise and fall within its borders, but the Bible speaks of another empire yet to arise there. Come see what’s been going on in Europe—through then lens of God’s word.

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World News and Trends: European Union plans armed force

The European Union plans a 5,000-strong armed force capable of carrying out "preventative and repressive" actions in support of global peacekeeping, to be operational by 2003.
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In Brief... Crucial Referendum in Denmark

The Danes will decide whether or not to join the European Common Currency (the euro) on September 28.
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In Brief... Realignment of Nations and Shifting Sovereignty

With a proposal simply titled "Peace," reformers in the UN want to supplant national sovereignty through a UN standing army.
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Republican Dynasties: A Growing Trend

Man's general dissatisfaction with human rulership along with his eternal quest for the perfect system of government has led to a new phenomenon on the world stage-what can be called republican dynasties.
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In Brief...World News Review Proposed French Law Anti-Religion?

A bill working its way through the French legislature has provoked concerns in religious groups around the world.
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This is the Way, Walk in It: Vikings Are Coming, Again!

Long ago in Europe, one of the great cries of desperation spoken in many languages was "the Vikings are coming, the Vikings are coming!" As these bands of raiders sailed along the waterways of Europe, their impact over time changed...
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Five Trends to Watch in Europe

From Santa Maria de Feira, Portugal, site of the latest major meeting of the European Commission, a report on what's ahead.
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Democratic Dictatorship?

Let's take another look at the 10 toes of Daniel's image to see how the potter's clay and iron are forming amidst today's geopolitics.
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Why Is Everyone Courting India?

Everyone seems to want stronger ties with India. The U.S., Japan and Germany all seek India's favor. Does this signal a change in Asian focus?
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World News and Trends: Austria and Switzerland move right

Left-of-center governments dominate much of Western and Central Europe. There are, however, signs of a movement toward the far right in some European states.
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World News and Trends: French schools offer morning-after pills

School administrators' decisions to distribute free condoms and other birth-control devices in schools have generated controversy in many Western nations.
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This Is The Way, Walk in It: Building Walls or Building Bridges?

All of us have a lot more walls in our life than is spiritually healthy for a Christian.
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World News and Trends: Overview of the planet's problems

In this last issue of 1999 we review the state of the world as the year draws to a close. Join us as we take a brief tour to spots on the globe that highlight a few of our beleaguered...
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A Decisive Decision

On June 20, 1991, the Bundestag decided to move the German capital from Bonn, where it had been for 40 years, to the traditional city of the German confederation after 1867.
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What Is Berlin's Destiny?

What will the map of Europe look like in the coming years? What city appears destined to shape the future of Europe?
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After Kosovo: Power Shift Taking Place?

Is America surrendering its leadership of the Western world?
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This Is the Way, Walk in It: Ready, Aim-Peace!

Will modern day Turkey and the Kurds have the same vision as Esau in dealing with their nemesis?
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In Brief... EU Orders Belgian Poultry Destroyed

In its biggest food scandal since mad cow disease, the European Union called June 2 for the destruction of Belgian chickens, eggs and any byproducts that could be laced with cancer-causing dioxin.
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Crisis In Kosovo A Mixture of Iron and Clay

The Balkans has a long and complex history. What is the story behind the headlines?
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In Brief... Will NATO Survive?

European unity looks to disolve dependence on the United States in order to promote peace in Europe
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