Mar 19, 2025
The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have launched their third attack in 48 hours against American warships in the Red Sea, despite repeated US airstrikes targeting their positions. The USS Harry S. Truman carrier group was allegedly hit by missiles and drones, although US military officials deny any successful strikes, stating that the Houthis' attacks have missed their targets by over 100 miles.
In response to the US airstrikes on Yemen, tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets in the Houthi-controlled capital, Sanaa, as well as other cities, chanting "Death to America, Death to Israel!" and waving weapons. The US military campaign, launched on Saturday, has reportedly killed 53 Houthis and injured 98 others. President Donald Trump has now escalated tensions further by directly blaming Iran, warning that every Houthi attack will be treated as an Iranian attack, holding Tehran responsible for all future aggression. Iran has dismissed Trump’s warning as "belligerent."
This ongoing conflict aligns with Ezekiel 38-39, where Iran (Persia) plays a key role in future Middle Eastern wars. The growing instability in the Red Sea and Persian Gulf could also be a precursor to the wars and rumors of wars Jesus foretold in Matthew 24:6-7. As tensions between Iran, the US, and Israel continue to escalate, it appears that the stage is being set for greater regional conflict, potentially leading to the prophetic wars of the last days. Believers should remain watchful, discerning, and in prayer as these events unfold. READ MORE
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Commentary by Joe Hawkins