The developing stories of 2025: shifting alliances in the Middle East, a weakened Iranian military, Christians at risk in NE Syria and mounting global anti-semitism. Analysis from Chris Mitchell, John Waage, Paul Strand and Julie Stahl.

Israel changing the face of the Middle East. The decimation of Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon. The fall of the Assad regime after 50 decades. Growing anti-semitism around the world - fueling more immigration of Jewish people to Israel.

Visiting the fields where the shepherds may have watched their flocks by night, hearing from an expert about the Wise Men, a beloved Advent hymn played in a medieval church and visiting Zak's olivewood business keeping Bethlehem artisans employed.

Israel strikes Houthis after their attack on Tel Aviv. New UN pressure on Israel. Christians threatened in NE Syria. Analysis: Dave Eubank & Tony Perkins on the changing Middle East. Bereaved families blessed by 'Light to the Family' organization.

A new Middle East emerging after Israel's victories over Hamas & Hezbollah. Sharia law looming in Syria, threatening Christians. Intv w/ Taiwan's ambassador to Israel.. Root and Branch ministry brings Christians to Israel to help harvest olives.

Israel destroys Syria's military assets. People in NE Syria call for support in defending themselves from Turkey. Analysis: Joel Rosenberg on Israel striking Iran, Charmaine Hedding on Syrian rebel factions. Indigenous people march in support ...

The Assad regime gone after five decades. Jubilation in Syrian streets but what's next for the region? Analysis: military expert Jonathan Conricus and Middle East Analyst John Waage. Zak's Jerusalem Gifts and Artzabox supporting Israeli businesses.

Aleppo taken by Syrian rebel forces, Hezbollah recruits/rearms during ceasefire. Israeli families wait for safety to return north. Israeli support for Iranians to overthrow Islamic regime: MEMRI encouraging minorities, murals celebrate Iranian women.

Syrian rebels capture cities as the Syrian government, Russia and Iran strike back hard. Elusive ceasefire: Hezbollah violations result in IDF strikes on terror sites. Analysis: Jonathan Spyer on Syria & Hananya Naftali on Internat'l Criminal Court.

The Genius of Israel, CBN's doc based on the book by Dan Senor and Saul Singer. Highlights: Michael Medved on economic resilience, technical innovation with NoTraffic, Kibbutz Ein Habesor fighting off terrorists Oct 7 & Dr. Gary Quinn's PTSD therapy.