World Regions

"So the LORD scattered them abroad from there over the face of all the earth, and they ceased building the city" (Genesis 11:8).

Long ago, an ancient civilization revolted against God, gathering together and attempting to build a tower to the heavens. In response, God divided their languages and caused them to scatter across the globe. Now, millennia later, each world region has its own unique history...and shared future. Find out more below, or focus on a specific region with the links on the right.

The Middle East: Ground Zero of Bible Prophecy
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The Middle East: Ground Zero of Bible Prophecy

Only a century ago the Middle East was a relatively peaceful and tranquil area. Today it's the most volatile region of the world, with the possibility of war breaking out at any minute. You need to understand why this change...
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In Spite of Greek Bailout, Is the Euro History?

Will the $1 trillion economic bailout really save Greece and the euro? How do the euro's strengths and weaknesses affect the prophetic future of Europe?
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U.S. Policy: Abandon Israel to Appease Her Enemies?

The nation of Israel and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have been humiliated recently by the U.S. administration. Why? What's going on?
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Europe: A New Superpower on the Rise

What does Europe and biblical prophecy have to do with your future? Much! Don't miss this critical program.
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Turkey at the Crossroads

Following rebuffs from both the United States and Germany, could NATO's second biggest military power turn toward the east?
Germany's Growing European Role: Where Will It Lead?
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Germany's Growing European Role: Where Will It Lead?

Chancellor Angela Merkel's noteworthy reluctance to part with large amounts of bailout cash has recently riveted European leaders' attention. Germany is increasingly beginning to negotiate from a strengthened position, fortified by the long-term effects of 20 years of reunification. But...
The Decline and Fall of Nations: A Prophetic Perspective
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The Decline and Fall of Nations: A Prophetic Perspective

Ancient Babylon fell in one night after having been "weighed in the balance and found wanting." Can modern empires fall just as quickly? History and the Bible provide an answer.
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Peace in the Middle East?

The new Middle East peace process gets off to a rocky start as international pressure rises in an effort to bring peace to the region. Israeli and U.S. relationships are at their lowest level in years and the European Union...
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Polish President's Plane Crash - Deja vu for Global System

For several years, sudden unexpected events have rattled the world, leading many pundits to draw parallels to the 1930s and '40s. Last Saturday's terrible crash of the Polish presidential plane on its way to the 70th anniversary of a World...
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World News and Trends: Pope helps reverse proposed British legislation

Pope Benedict XVI recently spoke out against proposed legislation in Britain that could have forced religious organizations to hire homosexuals and restricted their freedom to speak out against behavior they consider sinful. He urged Catholic bishops to fight such government...
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World News and Trends: The Turkish-Israel dilemma

Turkey and Israel have generally enjoyed mutually beneficial diplomatic relations ever since Israel became a new nation in 1948. Last year that relationship hit some rapids.
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World News and Trends: Serious U.S.-China diplomatic conflicts

Not long after being appointed U.S. secretary of State, Hillary Clinton flew to China for her first important diplomatic encounter abroad. She emphasized mutual national interests, like trade and climate policy, just as President Barack Obama later did on his...
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World News and Trends: The murky depths of the U.S.-U.K. debt crisis

Notice these sobering words from The Wall Street Journal: "Never in the World Economic Forum's 40-year history have business and political leaders gathered in Davos [Switzerland] with so many pressing issues to discuss" ("A World of Troubles," Feb. 3, 2010...
The United States and Britain in Bible Prophecy
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The United States and Britain in Bible Prophecy

The amazing story of the rise to greatness of the United States and Britain begins 4,000 years ago with the biblical patriarch Abraham. God's promises would bring an astounding future for his descendants.
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Jerusalem's Deep Divide

If you go to Jerusalem as a tourist today, you can visit the Western Wall, the Temple Mount and other sites throughout the city virtually unencumbered.
Why Is Europe So Important?
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Why Is Europe So Important?

From its inception The Good News has continually covered the European scene. Today this coverage is more important than ever because crucial developments in Europe are central to the fulfillment of Bible prophecy.
Europe: A New Superpower on the Rise
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Europe: A New Superpower on the Rise

Now that the Lisbon Treaty has gained final approval by all 27 EU member nations, 2010 promises to be a significant year for the European Union. Ever since the fall of the Roman Empire in the fifth century, Europeans have...
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The Morning Star of Prophecy

I find it a paradox that in our globally connected, social Web world, we can know what happens in virtually any part of the world, yet we are not able to understand what it all means and what it tells...
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Peace Kant Be Found

Peace. Millions speak of it, thousands write of it, but only One can truly bring it.
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Islamic Culture in Europe: Main Street or Side Street?

Controversies over minarets and burkas highlight larger questions about the clash of cultures and whether Europe's religious heritage should be defended.
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