The Watchman Newscast with Erick Stakelbeck

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Iran's threat against Israel's Dimona nuclear reactor. Iran's Revolutionary Guards used ballistic missiles and drones to attack a mock-up of the reactor during military drills in Iran last week. But is Iran capable of carrying out such an attack on Dimona successfully? Plus. the Saudis say they have irrefutable evidence that Iran and...

On today's Watchman Newscast Christmas special, host Erick Stakelbeck heads to Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity--one of the oldest churches in the world--to see the very site where it's believed Jesus was born and the Nativity story took place some 2,000 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down how an Israeli company, Canopy, is helping to protect American families online. Canopy is an Internet filter that helps shield kids from explicit content and sexting. It's cutting-edge Israeli technology that helps families enjoy the good of the Internet without the bad in a digital age that's packed with bad influences. Learn more ab...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down an unholy alliance between Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. The two Iran-backed terror groups recently came to an agreement to increase their attacks against Israel and the coordination between their military wings. Meanwhile, their Iranian master is also conducting major military drills this week and making new threats against Is...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the disturbing rise in Palestinian terror attacks against Israelis in recent weeks--including yesterday's murder of a Jewish seminary student. Also, learn how a group of 13 U.S. Senators is trying to put a complete stop to Palestinian Authority reward payments to terrorists: also known as "Pay for Slay." Learn more about your ad choic...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down reports that U.S. forces shot down a drone over Syria this week. The drone--and another that accompanied it---targeted the Al-Tanf base in Syria, where some 200 U.S. troops are stationed. Was Iran--or one of its proxy militias--behind this attempted attack? Plus, is the Biden administration intentionally delaying delivery of a refueli...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the discovery by Israeli archaeologists of an ancient synagogue from the time of Jesus, on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. The 2,000-year-old structure, uncovered recently in Magdala--hometown of Mary Magdalene--is the second synagogue to be excavated at the site, making Magdala the only place where two Second Temple Period synagogu...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down reports that Israel carried out two separate airstrikes in Syria against dictator Bashar Al-Assad's chemical weapons program, including one this past June. Why does Assad want chemical weapons, what is the potential prophetic significance and what do these Israeli strikes say to the Iranian regime about the future of its nuclear weapo...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a new round of outrageous UN resolutions against Israel--including a UN call for Israel to withdraw from the strategic Golan Heights. Why is the UN targeting Israel once again and why is the Golan Heights an indispensable part of the state of Israel? Erick travels to the Golan to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down news that U.S. and Israeli officials plan to discuss the possibility of joint military exercises to prepare for a strike against Iran's nuclear facilities--if ongoing nuclear talks fail. Those talks started back up again today in Vienna. While Israel says it is committed to doing whatever it takes to stop a nuclear Iran, does the Bide...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down reports that Israel carried out airstrikes overnight against Iran-backed assets in Syria's Mediterranean port city of Latakia, with Russian forces nearby. Plus, Israel announces the completion of its 40-mile long Gaza security barrier, designed to block Hamas terror tunnels. Erick heads to the Gaza border to see the barrier up close....

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down three escalating global crises and why China, Russia and Iran are feeling so emboldened to make provocative moves. The main reason? Weak U.S. leadership. As the wars and rumors of wars promise to only increase in 2022, how should America respond--and how will Israel react to the collapse of Iran nuclear talks? Learn more about your ad...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down this week's UN resolution, passed by the General Assembly, that declared Jerusalem's Temple Mount a Muslim holy site, "Haram al-Sharif." The resolution, which passed overwhelmingly and was approved by Italy, France, Switzerland and Denmark, denies any Jewish or Christian connection to the Temple Mount--where both Jewish Temples once s...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the incredible true history of Hanukkah and the Maccabees and why it matters for every Christian. Danny "The Digger" Herman joins us from on the ground in Modi'in, Israel, hometown of the Maccabees--the legendary freedom fighters and heroes of the Hanukkah story--to show how they triumphed over tyranny and won religious freedom for th...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Iran's hard line stance thus far in its nuclear talks with world powers in Vienna. As Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warns the world not to give in to Iran's "nuclear blackmail," Western diplomats seem all too eager to do exactly that. Will Israel be forced to act? Israel's former National Security Advisor, Maj. Gen (Res.) Yaa...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the re-start of Iran nuclear talks today in Vienna. What does Iran want and what is the U.S., under the Biden administration, willing to give? Plus, learn the three reasons why the Iranian regime should never be allowed to have nuclear weapons. And why is an Iranian general threatening the “annhilation” of Israel as the talks get unde...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck visits Jerusalem’s Valley of Jehoshaphat to explore whether it’s the very place—mentioned in the Book or Joel—where God will judge the nations. Also, learn about a special Watchman Newscast offer that will bless your family this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Jonathan Schanzer, author of the new book, "Gaza Conflict 2021: Hamas, Israel and 11 Days of War." They discuss Turkey's growing support for Hamas and how strengthening Iran through a revived nuclear deal also strengthens Hamas and other Iranian terror proxies. Plus, Israel's Defense MInister, Benny Gantz, exposes the location of two...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down news that Israel's Shin Bet internal security service has rolled up a major Hamas terrorist cell in the West Bank that planned a wave of suicide attacks against Israelis. The 50-man plus cell was directed by Hamas operatives in Turkey. Their arrest comes just one day after a Hamas terrorist murdered one Israeli and wounded three more...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the British government's announcement that it has banned Hamas and any type of support for the notorious terror group on British soil. Plus, did Iran attack a U.S base in Syria with drones recently in an attempt to avenge strikes by Israel? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down today's release of two Israeli citizens from a Turkish prison. The pair was arrested by Turkish authorities last week on bogus charges of "spying" while they were visiting Istanbul as tourists. Israel Prime Minister Naftali Bennett called Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan today to thank him for helping to facilitate their release...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the “Afghanistan effect” of rogue regimes sensing weakness after America’s disastrous Afghan withdrawal. Russia, China and Iran have all made provocative moves in recent days as they exploit weak leadership in Washington, D.C. With wars and rumors of wars increasing, will the U.S. be able to stand firm? Learn more about your ad choice...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Turkey's imprisonment of two Israeli tourists who took photos of Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan's presidential palace. Turkish authorities are accusing the tourists of espionage--which Israel says is a ridiculous charge--as a potential diplomatic crisis looms between the two countries. American pastor Andrew Brunson was jailed...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a major Middle East story you might not have heard about: Iran-backed Houthi rebels stormed the U.S. Embassy compound in Yemen's capital, Sana'a this week and according to reports from the region, "seized large quantities of equipment and materials." In addition, the Houthis kidnapped several Yemenis who work for the U.S Embassy. The...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the U.S. military's testing of Israel's Iron Dome missile defense system this week in Guam. With China's missile arsenal growing rapidly, the U.S. may employ Israeli technology in the Pacific region. Plus, learn why the U.S., Israel, Bahrain and the UAE are conducting an historic joint naval exercise this week in the Red Sea. Learn mo...