The Watchman Newscast with Erick Stakelbeck

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the drama surrounding today’s Jerusalem Day flag march and the Temple Mount. The annual march commemorating the reunification of Jerusalem proceeded as planned, despite threats from Hamas. But the day wasn’t without controversy, as Jordan, Egypt and the UAE condemned Israel over lawmaker visits to the Temple Mount. As the Temple Mount...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the growing Russia/Iran alliance and the gathering storm these two nations pose, along with China and North Korea. Russia has grown increasingly reliant upon Iran’s attack drones for use in its war in Ukraine. What will Russia give Iran in return and why could this alliance pose a grave danger to Israel? And why is Russia furious with...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Day 4 of Israel’s Operation Shield and Arrow, targeting Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Gaza. The Iran-backed terror group has launched nearly 1,000 rockets at Israel, while Israel has conducted airstrikes that have eliminated at least six top Islamic Jihad commanders. As the world pushes for a ceasefire, will the conflict widen to invol...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the latest breaking developments in Israel’s ongoing operation against Iran-backed Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists in Gaza. Israel eliminated two top Islamic Jihad rocket commanders today, while Islamic Jihad has launched some 800 rockets at Israel, including a volley at Rehovot that killed one person. Will the conflict continue...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s new, major operation in Gaza against the Iran-backed terror group, Palestinian Islamic Jihad. Israel eliminated three top Islamic Jihad commanders overnight as it launched Operation Shield and Arrow. With Islamic Jihad and Hamas vowing revenge, Israel is preparing to be targeted with a new round of rocket barrages from Gaza a...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Heather Johnston of the U.S./Israel Education Association, who breaks down how Israel and the other Abraham Accords nations can help break America’s dangerous dependency on China for crucial medical supplies. Could the Middle East hold the key to solving this growing national security threat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down stunning comments by Israel’s Defense Minister that Iran now has enough enriched uranium to build five nuclear bombs, if it so chooses. How long can Israel wait before taking action against Iran’s nuclear program? Plus, Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi is visiting Damascus, where he met today with officials from the terror groups Hamas...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israeli airstrikes early this morning that shut down Syria’s Aleppo International Airport. Was Israel targeting Iranian weapons shipments once again and could Syria be the main battleground for a larger coming war? Plus, Iran-backed terror groups in Gaza unleash a new barrage of rockets against southern Israel. How will Bibi respond?...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down reports that the U.S. is equipping A-10 Warthog aircraft in the Middle East with “bunker busting” bombs. Is this a message to Iran and would the U.S. actually use these bombs to target Iran’s nuclear program? Plus, Iran seizes an oil tanker bound for the United States, as Iran’s top diplomat visits the Israel/Lebanon border alongside...

They call it “The Great Reset.” It may sound like something straight out of George Orwell’s chilling novel, 1984. Yet today, some very powerful global players, led by the World Economic Forum and with the enthusiastic backing of some Western leaders, major corporations and the UN, are promoting this radical transformation of society. How does it affect Christians? How far along is the plan and doe...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck’s breaks down Iran’s massive arming of Russia’s war machine. From drones to ammunition to artillery shells, the Iranian regime is providing Russia with huge amounts of arms for its war effort in Ukraine. What does Iran want in return? And why should Israel be concerned? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Russia’s refusal of an Israeli request to postpone a Russia-chaired meeting at the UN that coincided with Israel’s solemn Memorial Day observance. Is this an intentional snub by Russia and another sign of growing tensions between Moscow and Jerusalem? As Russia draws closer to Iran and Israel plans more aid for Ukraine, is the stage b...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down remarks by Israel’s Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, about a coming multi-front war Israel will wage against Iran and its proxies, on all sides. Speaking of those proxies, Gallant also shared just how much money Iran pours into the likes of Hezbollah and Hamas each year, and the numbers are stunning. How much? Learn more about your ad...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Iran’s claim that it forced a U.S. submarine to surface in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. denies the incident occurred yet the boast by Iran is another example of the regime’s aggression towards the United States—as the Biden administration still attempts to revive the Iran nuclear deal. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Neta...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down an historic visit to Israel by the Crown Prince of Iran, Reza Pahlavi. Over the past two days, as the son of the last Shah of Iran prayed at the Western Wall, met with Israeli leaders and quoted from the Bible—citing the Persian King Cyrus—were we witnessing someone who could help supplant Iran’s current regime? Speaking of which, Ira...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down today’s annual ‘Al Quds Day” rally, in which the Iranian regime holds massive demonstrations against Israel and America and declares that Jerusalem will be under Palestinian control. Plus, Israel’s former National Security Advisor says Israel may be forced to act alone against Iran’s nuclear program, and soon. Will the U.S. stand by I...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Amir Tsarfati , founder of Behold Israel, to discuss Amir’s new book, “Has the Tribulation Begun?” Are the increasing chaos and violence in the world signs that Jesus could soon return? Are we living in the last days? What role does Israel play? And how should Christians live in these tumultuous times? Watch as Erick and Amir break it dow...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down major developments atop Jerusalem’s Temple Mount. Despite continued threats from Hamas and other terror groups, record numbers of Israeli Jews are ascending the Temple Mount, where their forefathers worshiped at Solomon’s Temple 3,000 years ago and at the Second Temple during the time of Jesus. The Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem, Fleur Has...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s response to Thursday’s Hamas rocket barrage out of Gaza and Lebanon. After dozens of rockets were launched towards Israel, the Israel Defense Forces responded with airstrikes against Hamas terror targets in Gaza and southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Jerusalem remains tense amid Hamas provocations on the Temple Mount and two Israel...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down today’s massive rocket barrage from Lebanon that slammed southern Israel. At least 34 rockets were launched towards Israel the largest barrage to come from Lebanon since 2006. Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system intercepted most of the projectiles. Israel believes Hamas was behind the outburst, acting under the watchful eye of H...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a very busy weekend of strikes and counterstrikes to Israel’s north. The Israeli Ai Force has carried out three air strikes against Iranian targets in Syria over the past four nights alone—resulting in the deaths of two officers from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps. With Iran’s regime vowing revenge, Israel shot down an Iran...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Danny “The Digger” Herman at the Biblical location of Caesarea Philippi. Why was this notorious ancient site known as the “Gates of Hell” during the time of Jesus? What do the Gospels say about this location and what did Jesus reveal to the disciples there that was so momentous? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck’s breaks down a brewing crisis between the U.S. and Israel following remarks by President Biden slamming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Biden wants Bibi to halt judicial reform legislation permanently and said he’s “very concerned” about Israel’s democracy. How did Bibi respond and why is it so inappropriate for Biden to weigh in on the domes...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the dangerous situation in Israel right now. With massive demonstrations over judicial reform rocking Israel in recent days are Iran, Hamas and Hezbollah watching and growing bolder? And does a nation divided mean that Israel’s enemies may look to take advantage? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by the CEO and Jerusalem Bureau Chief for JNS.org, Alex Traiman, who shares the truth about the massive judicial reform protests rocking Israel and what comes next for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Watch now to get the inside story that you’re not hearing from the mainstream media! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....