The Watchman Newscast with Erick Stakelbeck

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Russia’s heated reaction to a reported Israeli drone strike against a weapons factory inside Iran over the weekend. Russia’s Foreign Ministry released a statement warning the “organizers” of the strike and “their backers.” Was this a not-so-subtle threat against Israel and the United States? And what does the unraveling of relations b...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down reports that Israel carried out a drone strike against an Iranian defense facility in the city of Isfahan over the weekend. Israel had no comment on the strike but Iran called it “a cowardly act” and is vowing revenge. Meanwhile, an Iranian weapons convoy was also struck over the weekend as it traveled along the Iraq/Syria border. As...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down today’s deadly terror attack at a synagogue in Jerusalem. A Palestinian gunman murdered at least seven Israelis and wounded several more as they left a synagogue on Friday evening during Shabbat. The horrific terror attack follows last night’s flareup out of Gaza, as Palestinian terror groups there launched seven rockets into southern...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down growing tensions between Turkey and its NATO partners. The root of the problem is Turkey’s radical president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who is now threatening military actions against Turkey’s neighbor and fellow NATO member Greece, while also blocking Sweden and Finland’s move to join the alliance. Are Turkey and NATO heading for a divor...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down today’s surprise meeting in Amman between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Jordan’s King Abdullah. The two leaders met amid increased tensions over the Temple Mount and Jordan’s concern that Israel’s new government, led by Netanyahu, wants to change the “status quo” at the holy site. Did today’s meeting mark a fresh start...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the massive joint military drill being held by Israel and the United States all this week. Juniper Oak 2023 began today in Israel and the eastern Mediterranean and will run through this Friday, January 27th. Some 6,400 U.S. military personnel have joined 1,100 Israeli personnel for the exercise, which will involve air, land and sea fo...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a new drone attack against a U.S. base in eastern Syria. A trio of suicide drones were launched at the Al-Tanf base, which is located near Syria’s borders with Jordan and Iraq. It was the latest in a string of attacks by Iran-backed forces against U.S. interests in the region. With U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan visiting...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the announcement that Israel’s Foreign Minister will soon visit Ukraine and that Israel is set to re-open its Embassy in Kiev. It will be the highest ranking visit by an Israeli official since Russia invaded Ukraine 11 months ago. How is the Iran threat the real reason behind this Israeli move and will Russia be angered by the Jewish...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the latest dustup between Israel and Jordan over the Temple Mount. Diplomatic tensions ran high after Jordan’s Ambassador to Israel was initially denied access to the Al Aqsa Mosque before eventually entering the compound. What does the Bible say about the world’s increased fixation on the Temple Mount and Jerusalem’s prophetic role?...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck lays out the possible push by Western nations to designate Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization. Why are Britain, Germany and other nations considering this now after years of delay and how badly would this hurt the Iranian regime? Plus, what is the latest from the ongoing protests in Iran against the regime? Top Iran e...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck visits Jerusalem’s Hinnom Valley, a place synonymous with hell and pagan worship in Old Testament times. Today, the City of David is revitalizing this notorious Biblical site and bringing light to a place that has seen far too much darkness. See how the Hinnom Valley is being transformed into an archaeological park and reclaimed for God. Learn mo...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the declaration this week by the commander of Iran’s Navy that Iran will will station warships in the Panama Canal—at America’s doorstep—by the end of this year. What are Iran and its terror proxy, Hezbollah, up to in Latin America and why should the United States be concerned about the Iranian regime’s inroads in the Western Hemisphe...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the coming clash between Israel’s new government and the Biden administration over Iran, the Palestinians and Jerusalem. Israel’s Minister of Strategic Affairs, Ron Dermer, weighs in on why confronting Iran’s nuclear program is the key to expanding the Abraham Accords—and a possible peace deal with Saudi Arabia. Learn more about your...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck reveals why an emergency meeting is being called by the United Nations surrounding the controversial visit by Israel’s National Security Minister, Itamar Ben Gvir, to Jerusalem’s Temple Mount. This breaking news sets the stage for the UN Security Council to once again heap condemnation on the one and only Jewish State. What is the official stance...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a new list detailing who's who among the World's most powerful nations. With the global superpowers United States, China, and Russia taking the top of the charts, Israel's standing on the list might shock you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the uproar surrounding the visit by Israel’s National Security Minister, Itamar Ben Gvir, to Jerusalem’s Temple Mount today. The Biden administration joined the Palestinian Authority, France, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the UAE in condemning Ben Gvir’s visit and warning Israel to not change the “status quo” atop the world’s holiest site....

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu’s official swearing in today as Israel’s Prime Minister. Who are the key members of Bibi’s new government and how will they work to stop a nuclear Iran plus expand the Abraham Accords, including a possible peace deal with Saudi Arabia? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck travels to the shores of the Sea of Galilee, to an active archaeological dig that many believe was once home to the ancient town of Bethsaida: hometown of the apostles Peter, Andrew and Philip and the site of some of Jesus’ greatest miracles 2,000 years ago. The two men who are leading the dig—one an American Christian and the other an Israeli Je...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by incoming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu for a YouTube exclusive clip to discuss his new bestselling book, “Bibi: My Story.” What will his new government do to strengthen Israel’s control over its ancient and ancestral capital, Jerusalem? Also, why Netanyahu never thought he’d be Prime Minister, even as he's set to b...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the overnight Israeli airstrikes on a Hezbollah facility near the Syrian capital of Damascus. As a rule, Israel’s military does not comment on specific strikes in Syria, but has admitted to conducting hundreds of operations against Iran-backed groups attempting to gain a foothold in the country. Will the ongoing raids in Syria put Isr...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Iran’s plans to launch “at least two satellites” into space. A move which could extend the potential delivery of nuclear warheads to the Western world. Should the United States be concerned over Iran’s ballistic missile technology? Plus, a series of strikes from Russia using Iranian-made drones target Ukraine’s energy infrastructure....

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down a stunning archaeology discovery just in time for Hanukkah. How 15 rare 2,200-year-old coins found in a wooden box may serve as proof of the Hanukkah story of the Maccabees. Plus, how Meir Panim is serving meals to Israelis in need and uplifting Holocaust Survivors during this season of Hanukkah? Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the rare admission from the Israel Defense Forces that it was behind a major airstrike last month that took out an Iranian convoy bound for Lebanon carrying weapons. Is the “war between wars” heating up even more? Plus, Hamas threatens the incoming Israeli government over supposed plans to change the status quo on the Temple Mount. Is...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck is joined by Iranian native Reza Safa, founder of TBN's Nejat TV, which broadcasts the Gospel into Iran in the Farsi language. Reza shares the inside story of the ongoing protests inside Iran against the regime and the incredible growth of the Iranian church--the world's fastest growing--despite severe persecution. Learn more about your ad choice...

On today's Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down Israel’s warning that it could bomb Beirut’s international airport following a report that Iran recently transferred weaponry to the Hezbollah terror group in Lebanon via civilian flights. Plus, alarm bells ring over the growing military partnership between Iran and Russia. How could this expanding alliance spell trouble for Israel? L...