by Norbert Link

In this edition, we discuss, among other news, ongoing developments stemming from the controversial politics and confusing conduct of the Trump administration, and ask the frightening and unsettling question as to what would happen to the USA if it would be faced with a real crisis, such as a nuclear attack (as distinguished from some usual internal blunders). In this context, please view our new StandingWatch program, titled, “Coming–Nuclear War With No Survivors?”, as well as our previous StandingWatch program, titled, “FBI Director Comey Fired–Another Trump Debacle.” 

We continue with the worldwide ransomware attack and point out growing discomfort between the Trump administration and the state of Israel.

We speak on election results in Germany and interesting developments in Austria and Europe; and we conclude with the alleged sightings of the “Virgin Mary” in Fatima and Lourdes.

Throughout this section, we have underlined pertinent statements in the quoted articles, for the convenience and quick overview of the reader.

by Norbert Link

We begin with reports on Emmanuel Macron’s convincing victory in the French election and the defeat of Marine Le Pen… which is viewed as a vote for European unity and the euro zone; and the rejection of national populism.

We continue with President Trump’s controversial termination of FBI director James Comey, which, given the timing, manner and underlying circumstances, as well as glaring inconsistencies in the reports from the White House and the President, has already been described as a “massive cover-up” and a “perilous moment in American history,” with parallels to “Watergate” and the “Saturday Night Massacre”

We address the less-than-convincing condition of the US economy under President Trump and speak on the “Trumpcare” disaster… with early celebrations of the Trump Administration’s and Republicans’ victory in the House as being very premature.

We address a Russian-Iranian-Turkish project to create safe zones in Syria, which is opposed or at least criticized by the USA and the “armed opposition.”

We focus on the deteriorating relationship between Israel and UNESCO, Europe and especially Germany; the deteriorating relationship between Israel and Turkey; a contemplated bill that would officially define Israel as a Jewish state; and growing concerns within the German army. We quote an article asking the question whether Brexit will lead to a complete break-up of the UK; and address controversies regarding Gibraltar.

We conclude with articles pertaining to the relationship between American churches and the IRS; a ridiculous plan by the Trump Administration to make travel to the USA more unpleasant for Europeans; disunity within the United Methodist Church over the issue of homosexuality—the Methodists being the third-largest denomination in the USA; and religious persecution of Christians in Indonesia.

by Norbert Link

In this issue, we are focusing on Brexit guidelines adopted by the EU and tough Brexit talks ahead; as well as the EU’s commitment to establish a common “security defense”; and we continue with the election in France and its importance for the survival of the EU. We also speak on persecution of Jews in Europe and Europe’s decision regarding the visa waiver program for Americans and Canadians.

We speak on the volatile situation regarding North Korea and the mixed messages coming from the White House; and we discuss Donald Trump’s “first hundred days of chaos”; a welcome clarification regarding IRS restrictions for churches; and the successful attempt to rush through a new healthcare bill in the House with devastating consequences for many insured. We also address the enactment of a highly controversial spending bill allowing the US government to continue operations until the end of September; and Puerto Rico’s unprecedented declaration of bankruptcy.

We address Turkey’s ongoing descent into a totalitarian dictatorship; and we point out the deteriorating relationship between Germany and Israel, as well as between Germany and Russia.

We conclude with articles about Britain’s intolerance towards those who emphasize biblical standards; and Pope Francis’ controversial comments about existing concentration camps in Europe.

In this issue, we report on the election result in France; Russia’s outrageous prohibition of the Jehovah’s Witnesses and the dire consequences for all Christian minorities; as well as Turkey’s descent into a dictatorship under President Erdogan. We also publish an article about MOAB–the “Mother of all Bombs.”

We begin with developments in Europe and the UK, including the official launch of the Brexit process (please view our recent StandingWatch program, “Brexit and Core Europe—Fulfilled Prophecies”); address in this context the renewed battle for Gibraltar; and discuss the disconcerting and even hostile relationship between Europe under German leadership and the USA (please view our recent StandingWatch program, “Germany and the USA… What Next?”).

We speak on the challenging situation related to North Korea and President Trump’s controversial politics pertaining to war and immigration.

We continue with the current policy of Israel’s courts forbidding the sacrifice of the Passover Lamb near the Temple Mount; and report on Germany’s anti-Semitism and public approval of gay marriages.

We begin with the terror attack in London and the first personal meeting between Angela Merkel and Donald Trump, which was not “great” by any standard (Please read the Editorial in this Update, and view our new StandingWatch program, “Germany and the USA… What Next?”). We continue with explosive “bombshell” announcements by the FBI, totally refuting President Trump’s allegation of having been wiretapped by former President Obama, while revealing that an investigation against Donald Trump and his campaign is being conducted. A subsequent controversial announcement by House Intelligence Chairman Devin Nunes suggests that the Trump team could have been inadvertently surveilled.

We report on Martin Schutz, the official challenger of Angela Merkel in the September election; as well as the candidates for the French Presidency, to be determined in May. We also speak about the ongoing row between Europe and Turkey.

We point out the fear of nuclear war in Britain and in Sweden and the announcement to officially begin Brexit procedures by March 29; as well as the desire of the Trump Administration to make Southern Ireland an increasingly important ally in Europe. We also speak on North Korea’s provocations.

We report that more and more Mexicans are trying to enter Canada, rather than the USA and the US ban of large electronics on some flights from the Middle East and Africa, while pointing out the appalling fact that not one delegate from Africa was given permission to enter the USA to participate in the African Global Economic and Development Summit in Southern California. We also speak on left-liberal Hollywood’s fight against conservative actors; the speedy action of the IRS to grant tax-exempt status to a Satanic group, while delaying or denying such permission to conservative nonprofits; and we conclude with reporting on increasing religious persecution of religious minorities in Russia.

We begin with the strained relationship between Donald Trump and Angela Merkel; continue with Piers Morgan’s interesting perspective regarding Messrs. Obama and Trump; report on the dubious role of Michael Flynn as a foreign agent for Turkey and the White House’s alleged “ignorance”; and speak on the ongoing diplomatic feud between Turkey and the rest of Europe, especially Germany, the Netherlands and Denmark; the Netherland’s election; and a controversial decision by the European Court of Justice.

We address the opposition by many Republicans against Speaker of the House Paul Ryan’s healthcare bill; and we present a scary report about the insecure transport of atomic bombs on America’s roads, as well as plans to make it easier to use American drones for attacks, leading to more civilian casualties. We also speak of the fears of foreign tourists to visit the USA; and Donald Trump’s revised travel ban’s legal challenges and setback.

We continue with reports pertaining to the Temple Mount and the Purim Feast; as well as the fear of “ghosts” in Brazil’s presidential residence. We conclude with an eye-opening article about eight differences between Catholic and Protestant beliefs. In this context, please view our new StandingWatch program, titled, “Catholics and Protestants… Divided or United?” 

We report on President Trump’s revised executive order banning travel to the US from six predominantly Muslim countries. Even though some changes were made, the amended travel ban has been strongly condemned as an “illegal Muslim ban,” and further legal actions have been announced.

We continue with President Trump’s public allegation, without presenting any evidence, that former President Obama wire-tapped him illegally; and we speak on the GOP’s published proposal to repeal and replace Obamacare, which is by no means “a slam dunk.”

We report on America’s interesting relationship with Israel; and Iran’s and North Korea’s provocations.

We speak on Germany’s and Europe’s ongoing feud with Turkey; Europe’s desire to find trading partners other than the USA; Germany’s fear of President Trump; and Europe’s discussions regarding the development of a nuclear weapons program and the establishment of an EU army. In this context, please view our new StandingWatch program, “Europe’s Military Alternatives to America’s Dominance.”

We conclude with news articles on Brexit and Pope Francis.

We begin with the escalating situation in Europe and the USA regarding migrants, refugees and illegal immigrants; showing the disconcerting reactions and the lack of satisfactory solutions for this growing and highly contentious problem. We continue with perceived or real threats and attacks against the freedom of the press in the USA and Germany.

We speak on the disagreements within the GOP as to how to deal with Obamacare; report on an announced “historic increase” in US defense spending; publish reports on President Trump’s first speech to Congress; report on a new scandal involving the Attorney General; and we point out the ongoing attempts of creating a two-speed Europe, more independence from the USA under President Trump, and the creation of an European army; as well as the growing animosity between the EU and Russia.

We report on upcoming elections in Germany and France; and we conclude with articles reporting on “Christianity” and Carnival in Brazil, as well as in Germany; a grim picture about German tourists wanting to spend their vacation in the USA and US citizens wanting to travel to the EU; and the “fuzz” about the discovery of seven allegedly “earth-like” planets in “a galaxy far far away”…

We begin with reports from regions in the Arctic and all over Europe regarding the detection of radio-active isotopes (Iodine 131), which could result, for example, from nuclear tests, operational reactors or submarines, or nuclear wastelands.

We continue with ongoing European concerns about the USA, describe Europe’s “bewilderment”; Europe’s rejection of American demands to increase NATO defense spending; the verbal attacks of the EU Council President; and President Trump’s “fight” with Sweden over a bogus claim.

We speak on our political climate which, according to some observers, parallels developments in Nazi Germany; address evolution and creation and the Trump Administration’s  revocation of federal guidelines “protecting” transgender students; and we report on outraged Fox News moderators who strongly criticize President Trump regarding comments made during a “press conference” and on Twitter. We also publish an article predicting a showdown between President Trump and US car maker Ford.

We continue with several reports about new directives by the Trump Administration pertaining to illegal immigrants, which have already created much controversy in the USA and Mexico.

We speak on growing anti-Semitism in the USA; President Trump’s condemnation of the same; and Iran’s declared goal to eradicate and annihilate the state of Israel.

We point out Germany’s search for a new identity; publish an article on Germany’s rising star, Martin Schulz; speak on the effort of leading European countries to design Europe’s future and Scotland’s inevitable departure from the EU; and we conclude with disconcerting reports about our dangerous modern fascination with Artificial Intelligence.