Israel at War: The Day of the Lord is Near: May 25, 2025
Obadiah 1:15
For the day of the LORD is near upon all the heathen: as thou hast done (to Israel), it shall be done unto thee: thy reward shall return upon thine own head.
About 35 years ago, I begin to preach about the Day of the Lord is Near as found in the Book of Obadiah. In my best selling book As America Has Done to Israel, I included a chapter about the Day of the Lord. The Day of the Lord is a reference in the Bible to the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. Obadiah gives a clear indicator to the immanent Second Coming of Jesus Christ. The key event is when Israel enters into an all-out battle with the Palestinians in which none of them survive.
I believe the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, and the subsequent war was the trigger for the battle described in Obadiah. This blog will keep you on the cutting edge of events leading to proving the Day of the Lord is Near and soon Second Coming of Jesus Christ. This can be proved by the Bible.
Obadiah 1:18 And the house of Jacob shall be a fire, and the house of Joseph a flame, and the house of Esau for stubble, and they shall kindle in them, and devour them; and there shall not be any remaining of the house of Esau; for the LORD hath spoken it.
Hamas even named the attack and war they started. It was call: Operation Al Aqsa Flood! This means the Temple Mount in Jerusalem! All the wars triggered by Hamas’ attack are heading towards Jerusalem where God will bring his final judgment on Islam. Incredible events are soon about to unfold, but if you understand Bible prophecy you know how it is going to end.
See my complete preaching and teaching about the Obadiah and the Day of the Lord is Near: McTteachingvideo.com Two of the videos follow:
Zechariah 12:3 And in that day will I make Jerusalem a burdensome stone for all people: all that burden themselves with it shall be cut in pieces, though all the people of the earth be gathered together against it.
ISRAEL: Latest Update (The * is for the latest postings)
From article:”“[T]hey specifically court foreign donors to try to get money” which puts American students at a disadvantage since they now have to be better than those students “and it takes a bold leader like Donald Trump to finally say, we’re no longer going to do this.” He added that “this is the Obama apparatus that Trump is running into right now. He’s doing this on purpose” due to Penny Pritzker, a former Obama Cabinet official who is also the sister of Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker being chair of Harvard’s board, and “we’re taking on China. We’re taking on the Democrat apparatus.”
*Trump administration blocks Harvard from enrolling international students This is wonderful news as Harvard needs to be broken. It is a cancer in America and an enemy of Israel. What is needed next the tax exemption must be removed and Harvard to pay full tax!
From article:”
- The Trump administration blocked the ability of Harvard University to enroll international students.
- “This administration is holding Harvard accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus,” Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said in a statement posted on the social media site X.
- DHS said that in addition to barring enrollment of future international students, “existing foreign students must transfer to lose their legal status.”
- The administration in April froze $2.2 billion in federal grants to Harvard, hours after the university roundly rejected demands that it eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, and evaluate international students for ideological concerns.”
*Days, Not Weeks: Israel’s Imminent Attack on Iranian Nuclear Sites
From article:”This sobering conclusion emerges from the convergence of alarming intelligence assessments, failed diplomatic efforts, and lessons from this week’s Middle East Forum (MEF) war game simulation. The Pentagon’s Defense Intelligence Agency now warns that Tehran can produce sufficient weapons-grade uranium for a nuclear device in “probably less than one week.” From Jerusalem’s perspective, this shrinking timeline leaves virtually no margin for error.”
From article:”Telling the UK its turning from Israel was dangerous, Netanyahu said, reports the Daily Telegraph: “Israel accepts President Trump’s vision and urges all European leaders to do the same… the war can end tomorrow if the remaining hostages are released, Hamas lays down its arms, its murderous leaders are exiled and Gaza is demilitarised. No nation can be expected to accept anything less and Israel certainly won’t.” The hardening of sentiment by the British government towards Israel is just the latest such development since the left-wing Labour government took power last year. Under the previous Conservative government, Israel had received support including weapons contracts and tacit defense at the International Criminal Court as it attempted to arrest Netanyahu.”
*Columbia Anti-Israel Group Praises D.C. Shooter’s Actions: ‘An Act Of Solidarity And Love’
From article:”“What Elias Rodriguez did was an act of solidarity and love for the Palestinian people,” Unity of Fields wrote on X. “If this seems crazy and unhinged to you, ask yourself why you are so well adjusted to a constant stream of disemboweled and starving children—made possible by the country in which you reside.” In a separate post, the group also touted Rodriguez’s reported manifesto titled, “ESCALATE FOR GAZA, BRING THE WAR HOME,” and provided a link for it.
According to the Anti-Defamation League, Unity of Fields is a “radical far-left, anti-Zionist ‘direct action network’ that engages in and/or promotes aggressive, targeted protests and the defacement of property belonging to Jewish and non-Jewish organizations and individuals it considers supportive of Israel or Zionism or ‘complicit’ in Israel’s alleged actions.”
*IDF Carries Out Drill Preparing For Multi-Front War As US-Iranian Nuclear Talks Stall
From article:”A recent Israeli military drill, “Barak Tamir,” reportedly simulated preparedness for a multifront regional conflict. The exercise tested emergency coordination between civilian and military agencies, with a focus on protecting critical infrastructure and the home front, as the Iranian regime continues to openly call for Israel’s destruction. “This exercise was designed to refine coordination and improve the speed and quality of response during escalating scenarios,” an IDF spokesperson stated.”
Iran says it may take ‘special measures’ to defend nuclear sites from Israel
From article:”“We are likewise of the firm conviction that — in the event of any attack against the nuclear facilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran by the Zionist regime — the government of the United States shall bear legal responsibility, having been complicit therein,” the letter reads. It added any change involving Iranian nuclear sites would be communicated to the International Atomic Energy Agency, the U.N.’s nuclear watchdog.
Araghchi’s remarks follow a CNN report Tuesday that described the U.S. as having “new intelligence suggesting that Israel is making preparations to strike Iranian nuclear facilities.” Israel has not acknowledged any preparations, though officials up to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have repeatedly threatened to strike Iran’s nuclear sites to prevent it from being able to obtain a nuclear weapon, should it choose to pursue one.”
Israel embassy couple, soon to be engaged, gunned down at Jewish museum in D.C.
From article:””The couple that was gunned down tonight in the name of ‘free Palestine,’ was a young couple about to be engaged,” according to Yechiel Leiter, the Israeli ambassador to the U.S. Lischinsky had just purchased a ring and planned to propose to Milgrim in Jerusalem next week. “They were a beautiful couple,” Leiter said. The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez, entered the museum following the shooting and shouted, “Free, free Palestine” as authorities arrested him.””
From article:”The lawmakers raised alarm over Harvard’s repeated hosting and training of members of the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (XPCC) — a paramilitary organization sanctioned by the U.S. government for its role in the Chinese Communist Party’s genocide against Uyghur Muslims. According to the letter, Harvard allegedly used Department of Defense funding to partner with Chinese universities on research with potential military applications.”
Mossad seizes 2,500 document Syrian files on executed spy Eli Cohen I remember when this happened and was fascinated by what happened. He died protecting Jewish children from a Syrian terrorist attack in Israel.
From article:”Barnea said that releasing the last cable was part of an effort to make it clear that no one was “to blame,” and that sometimes even the best of spies – and he rated Cohen a legend for his contributions to the organization – can be caught by persistent counterintelligence by an enemy. He stated that Cohen “was not captured because he sent too many transmissions, because he did not act according to protocol or because headquarters pressured him into transmitting too frequently.”
How The Rejection Of Bible Prophecy Paved The Way For Paula White’s Disturbing Rise To Power I know very little about White, but I just found out she believes in Dominion Theology!!! This means she believes the Church will conquer the world before the Second Coming of Jesus Christ; therefore, there is no prophetic meaning to the rebirth of Israel! She is real dangerous because she is so close to the President!!! This is serious.
From article:”Lest anyone think that such teaching, known as Dominion Theology, is of little or no consequence for our day, one of its chief proponents now has an office inside the White House. Televangelist Paula White’s rise to power resulted from the widespread shortage of sound biblical teaching on future things.
White’s unbiblical beliefs, listed below, taint the advice she gives to the President:
1. Jerusalem and the Land of Israel no longer belong exclusively to the descendants of Jacob via God’s unconditional covenants with His people.
2. The Jewish people don’t have a place in God’s prophetic program for the future.
3. The world is not racing toward the seven-year Tribulation judgments, as described in Revelation chapters 6-18, but is rather on a course leading to a time of worldwide prosperity, peace, and security administered by the church.”
The American Left and the Jihadists: An Unholy Alliance This is a great article which gives tremendous background information about the Communists in America, and their merging with Islam to destroy America!
From article:”A bonus for both of these groups is that they can use their hatred of Jews as a jumping-off point for broader attacks on Christians who support Israel. And since, statistically speaking, most of the people pushing back against them, whether clearing encampments, arresting rioters, or cutting funding to campuses, are Christian, the jihadists and liberals have seized the opportunity to throw around terms like “Christian nationalist” and voice their contempt for the Founding Fathers and anyone who upholds traditional morals, values, or the rule of law.”
Iran’s Khamenei launches blistering attack on Trump after Middle East visit
From article:”Just hours after President Donald Trump concluded his Middle East visit, Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday launched a tirade against America and Israel, charging that Trump is a liar and calling for the destruction of the Jewish state. “Trump said he wants to use power for peace. He’s lying,” wrote Khamenei on X, adding, “Some of the remarks made during the US President’s trip to the region aren’t even worth a response at all. The level of those remarks is so low that they are a source of shame for the American nation.”
Trump Secures Trillions and Strategic Wins in the Middle East
From article:”President Trump’s four-day tour of the Middle East, covering Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates—was a clear success. It yielded over $2 trillion in new investment and reinvigorated U.S. diplomatic influence in the region. In addition to securing economic benefits, Trump opened preliminary discussions with Iran on limiting its nuclear program and claimed some progress toward ending the war in Ukraine.”
Trump’s Middle East trip handed Israel a historic opportunity — if it chooses to act
From article:””Israel sees a massive wave approaching to sweep across the Middle East — a wave of momentum and change. The decision it faces is whether to ride it or be crushed beneath it.”
Throughout the visit, Trump emphasized points that directly reflect Israeli priorities. On Tuesday, he condemned the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks, called for Saudi Arabia to join the Abraham Accords and warned Iran over its nuclear ambitions. On Wednesday, he even extended the normalization initiative to Syria. When asked aboard Air Force One about skipping Israel, Trump said, “This is good for Israel. Having a relationship like I have with these countries… I think it’s very good.”
Saudi Arabia, France to impose Palestinian state without Israeli input This a wonderful article full of good information. This does not bode well for France. This nation is loaded with Muslims: the Lord just may create a Muslim state in France! June is going to be a decisive month for France.
From article:”The invitation concludes by emphasizing that “the ultimate goal of the conference will be to realize the international consensus, mark a point of no return, and lay the foundations for the way forward by creating the environment required for a just and sustainable solution to the question of Palestine and the conflict. The purpose of this international conference will not be to ‘revive’ or ‘relaunch’ an endless process but to implement, once and for all, the two-state solution.” Significantly, Israel is not identified as a necessary party to this imposed solution, and there are no stipulated Palestinian peace commitments as prerequisites.”
President Trump’s speech in Saudi Arabia (Video)
About video:”Trump’s speech to the Arab Leaders about Radical Islam and Terrorism.
Trump calls on Saudi Arabia to join Abraham Accords recognizing Israel
From article:”President Trump called on Saudi Arabia to recognize Israel during a speech to the oil-rich kingdom’s leaders on Tuesday — saying “you’ll be greatly honoring me” by doing so. Trump frequently referred to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman by name during his speech as the country’s de facto ruler watched from the front row. “With the historic Abraham Accords that we’re so proud of, all the momentum was aimed at peace, aimed very successfully,”
Trump offers Iran choice: Drop nuclear weapons or face ‘maximum pressure’
From article:””Iran’s leaders have focused on stealing their people’s wealth to fund terror and bloodshed abroad. Most tragic of all, they have dragged down an entire region with them,” Trump said. The president pointed to the “countless lives lost” in Iran’s effort to prop up the former Bashar al-Assad regime in Syria – which collapsed in December – and accused its support of Hezbollah for the downfall of Beirut, which he said was “once called the Paris of the Middle East.” “Can you imagine all of this misery and so much more was entirely avoidable, absolutely avoidable,” Trump said.
Trump asserted the Biden administration’s removal of some sanctions on Tehran as the chief method in how Iran financed terrorist organizations, including Hamas, which he argued led to the deadly Oct. 7, 2023, attacks on Israel. Fox News Digital reached out to a spokesperson for President Joe Biden for comment on Trump’s claims. “If only the Iranian regime had focused on building their nation up instead of tearing the region down,” Trump continued. “Yet I’m here today not merely to condemn the past chaos of Iran’s leaders, but to offer them a new path and a much better path toward a far better and more hopeful future. “In the case of Iran, I have never believed in having permanent enemies,” he said. “Enemies get you motivated.”
Safeguarding Jerusalem as Israel’s capital
From article:”US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s announcement to close the Office for Palestinian Affairs (OPA) in Jerusalem marks a significant triumph for Israel’s sovereignty over its capital. Located on Agron Street in West Jerusalem, this office was a direct challenge to Israel’s claim to Jerusalem as its indivisible and eternal capital. Its closure puts an end to a diplomatic anomaly established under the Biden-Bennett administration, one that defied international diplomatic norms.”
Trump heads to Middle East amid Iran nuclear standoff and Gulf investment drive
From article:”President Donald Trump will depart on a high-stakes Middle East tour this week designed to secure Gulf investment, advance Gaza ceasefire efforts, and confront Iran’s nuclear ambitions as Tehran hardens its position and Washington draws clear redlines. According to Iran International, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei endorsed chants of “Death to America” at a workers’ rally in Tehran on Saturday, declaring that “Americans fully support Israel” and portraying Israel’s campaign in Gaza as part of a broader Western war effort. Reuters reported that in Doha, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warned state media that if Washington’s aim is to deprive Iran of its “nuclear rights,” Tehran “will not back down from any of its rights,” underscoring that peaceful uranium enrichment remains non-negotiable.”
From article:”After India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ on May 7, the Pakistani military reported that New Delhi once again targeted major Pakistani cities, including Lahore and Karachi, on May 8 with the Israeli-made Harop drones. Incidentally, if confirmed, this would mark the South Asian combat debut of the famed long-range Loitering Munition from Israel, which has already been battle-tested in the Middle East and the Azerbaijan-Armenia conflict.”
US Ambassador to Israel: ‘Trump hasn’t abandoned Israel’
From article:”In the past two weeks, there’s been a sense among many senior officials in Israel, including an MK who called me while I was on my way here, that the president has abandoned Israel. Because of the negotiations with Iran, the deal with the Houthis that Israel wasn’t informed about, and the Middle East trip during which the president didn’t stop here. That’s why people feel that Trump, who once championed Israel, has now turned his back.”
Satellite images reveal alleged secret Iranian nuclear weapons facility
From article:”The newly identified site, located in Iran’s Semnan Province, is far from the regime’s already-known nuclear facilities. According to the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), intelligence gathered from sources inside the country points to a sprawling compound covering nearly 2,500 acres. Code-named the “Rainbow Site” by Iranian officials, the facility has reportedly been in operation for more than a decade, masked as a chemical production company known as Diba Energy Siba”
Israeli, US Air Strikes Pummel Houthi Targets; Israel Says Gaza Goal is Hamas Defeat, Not Occupation
From article:”The increased pressure on the Houthis comes as Israel is calling up tens of thousands of reservists to fight in Gaza. In a video posted on X, Netanyahu said Israel’s goal is the defeat of Hamas and the return of the hostages. He wrote, “One thing will be clear: there will be no in-and-out. We’ll call up reserves to come, hold territory – we’re not going to enter and then exit the area, only to carry out raids afterward. That’s not the plan. The intention is the opposite.” The prime minister also said Israel would watch out for the Gaza civilians. “There will be a movement of the population to protect them,”
Hamas cannot be contained, it must be completely dismantled
From article:”The campaign, as it has been carried out until now, cannot make do with just degrading Hamas’s capabilities temporarily. It must remove Hamas as the ruling authority in Gaza, separating it from the civilian population that it uses for cover and leverage. That requires more than firepower. It requires control – over territory, over humanitarian aid, and over the conditions that allow the organization to regenerate after each round of combat.”
Donald Trump to announce US recognizes Palestinian state, Gulf diplomatic source claims
From article:”The summit, hosted by Saudi Arabia in its capital, Riyadh, was preceded by numerous predictions regarding the announcement that President Donald Trump referred to, describing it as a “very important announcement” during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the White House on Tuesday, May 6. In addition to what US President Donald Trump intends to announce, the summit’s agenda and the deals and agreements expected to take place have become the talk of the town, ranging from security and military deals to technology deals and artificial intelligence deals.”
From video:”TBN Israel’s Yair Pinto reports on the Israel-Hamas War. As Israeli fighter jets level key Houthi infrastructure in Yemen in retaliation for the missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport, tensions surge across the region. President Trump’s abrupt announcement of a U.S. ceasefire with the Houthis adds a new layer of uncertainty, while Iranian-backed threats continue to mount on multiple fronts. From precision IDF strikes in Gaza and Lebanon to mysterious explosions deep inside Iran, this episode of Boots on the Ground unpacks the latest developments in Israel’s ongoing war with Iran’s Axis of Evil.”
Iran Threatens U.S. Bases ‘Wherever They Are’ as New Ballistic Missile Revealed
From article:”Iran unveiled a new solid-fueled ballistic missile and claims it has stationed similar systems nationwide, according to state-run TV, which cited military officials promising the ability to strike U.S. bases and interests “wherever they are” if war breaks out. Iran unveiled the Qassem Basir ballistic missile with pinpoint accuracy The missile is specifically designed to bypass the US Thaad defence system.” Range: 1,300 km No use of GPS and immune to electronic warfare Carbon composite body Maneuverable warhead:”
Israel, US joint counterstriking Houthis in Yemen following Ben-Gurion Airport hit
From article:”Next, the IDF stated, “The Houthi terrorist regime has been operating for the past year and a half under Iranian direction and funding in order to harm Israel and its allies, undermine the regional order, and disrupt global freedom of navigation. The IDF is determined to continue to act and strike forcefully at anyone who poses a threat to the residents and citizens of the State of Israel, and at whatever distance is required.” Earlier in the evening, the US coordinated with Israel its own strike against the Houthis at Sanaa.”
A historic step forward: Arkansas recognizes Judea and Samaria
From article:”It was here that Mike Huckabee, the new U.S. ambassador to Israel, addressed an overflow crowd of Zionists from around the world, delivering an inspiring speech filled with steadfast support for Israel. His words coincided with a historic moment: Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, his daughter, signed a groundbreaking law on April 27—the first of its kind in the United States—requiring state authorities to refer to the biblical heartland of Judea and Samaria by its rightful name, rather than the term “West Bank.” This decision affirms the deep historical and spiritual connection of the Jewish people to this land and sends a clear message: Judea and Samaria is an inseparable part of Israel, where Jews have an inalienable right to live securely.
The image of Sanders holding the signed legislation, surrounded by her team with the American and Arkansas flags in the background, reflects her commitment to truth and justice. As executive vice president of One Israel Fund, which supports Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria, I applaud her bold leadership. Her actions resonate deeply in Israel.
Judea and Samaria is the cradle of Jewish civilization, where sacred biblical stories unfolded—from Hebron, the burial place of our patriarchs and matriarchs, to Shiloh, where the Tabernacle stood for 369 years. The term “West Bank,” coined after Jordan’s illegal occupation in 1948, erases this history and diminishes the Jewish claim to the land. By mandating the use of “Judea and Samaria,” Arkansas has taken a stand for historical accuracy, rejecting politically motivated narratives that delegitimize Israel’s presence in its ancestral homeland.
Her principled stance is no surprise. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, as her father, also once the governor, has long been a steadfast advocate for Israel. His speech at the JNS summit underscored his deep love for Israel, rooted in his evangelical Christian faith and his belief in the Jewish people’s return to their homeland. Together, the Huckabees embody faith, courage and moral clarity in a complex geopolitical landscape.
The new law in Arkansas sets a precedent for others to follow, challenging the international community to rethink terminology that undermines Israel’s legitimacy. It also supports the more than 500,000 Jewish Israelis in Judea and Samaria, affirming their right to live in their ancestral homeland. This law aligns with the Trump administration’s legacy of supporting Israel, from moving the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem in May 2018 to recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights in 2019.
From Jerusalem, I am filled with hope. The partnership between the United States and Israel is stronger than ever, thanks to leaders like the Huckabees. May their leadership inspire others to stand with Israel and uphold the truth of our shared history.”
Trump’s revolution at the Justice Department is long overdue This is a tremendous article. Please take time to read it.
From article:”That’s the context for the widespread claims that Trump and his appointees are riding roughshod over the law or engaging in abusing their power or bullying federal employees. It’s not Trump, Bondi, Bove or Dhillon who is in the wrong in seeking to use the DOJ to enforce the law. On the contrary, it is the permanent DOJ staff and their leftist cheerleaders at the Times who have contempt for both law and principle, not to mention little or no interest in defending Jews against antisemitic actions on the part of mobs of terror-supporting thugs. This fully demonstrates why what’s needed is an effort to rid the DOJ of lawyers who think the people at Columbia who are targeting Jews are the ones who need to be defended rather than their victims.”
Turkey’s Expanding Military Footprint Threatens Israel
From article:”Turkey’s military deployments across the Middle East and Africa represent a bold recalibration of its regional role. While many of these moves are tactically sound in the short term – expanding Turkish influence, protecting security interests, and bolstering prestige – they also carry strategic risks. Overextension, potential blowback from local populations, and entanglements with other powers – including Israel – could complicate Turkey’s ambitions.”
Turkish Jets Engaged In Electronic Jamming Operations Against Israel Over Syria
From article:”Regional reports say Turkey is at the same time quietly engaging in anti-Israel operations:Turkish fighter jets reportedly issued electronic warning signals and engaged in jamming operations late on Friday in an effort to deter Israeli aircraft operating in Syrian airspace, amid a new wave of airstrikes across the country.The rare move came as Israeli warplanes launched attacks on multiple sites, including in the Hama and Damascus regions, drawing renewed scrutiny over ongoing violations of Syrian sovereignty.”
Houthi missile hits grounds of Ben Gurion Airport after interception fails
From article:”The attack marked the first time a Houthi missile had impacted within the grounds of the airport. A Hezbollah missile hit a parking area on the airport’s perimeter in November. Both the Israeli Air Force’s long-range Arrow air defense system and the US’s THAAD system failed to intercept the Houthi missile, defense sources said. The Israeli Air Force’s aerial defense array was investigating the failure.”
‘All you have to do is burn’: Hamas calls to set fires in Jerusalem, West Bank
From article:”Hamas posted a message encouraging Palestinians to “burn whatever you can of groves, forests, and settler homes,” on Telegram on Wednesday. “Youth of the West Bank, youth of Jerusalem, and those inside Israel, set their cars ablaze… Gaza awaits the revenge of the free,” the terrorist organization wrote. Earlier, the Jenin News Network Telegram channel called on Palestinians to “burn the groves near the settlements”
From video:”Pinto reports on the massive explosion at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port, crippling key missile supplies and raising tensions across the Middle East. Meanwhile, Israel steps up military pressure in Gaza as Hamas faces growing collapse across the region. Plus, expert analysis on the latest U.S.-Iran nuclear talks and what it all means for Israel’s security. Stay up-to-date with the latest developments here on TBN Israel.
