Newsmakers

On this week’s episode of Newsmakers, we dive into powerful stories of faith, family, and eschatology.

Actor Dean Cain joins us to discuss his new film Little Angels, his take on the conflict in Israel, and the importance of standing for truth in today’s culture.

Next, Christian singer Tasha Layton shares a deeply personal miracle story from the red carpet of the KLOVE Fan Awards — a testimony of healing that transformed her family.

Finally, prophecy author Todd Hampson helps us unpack the growing interest in end times prophecy, breaking down how events in Israel and Iran are pointing many back to Scripture — and sparking questions about whether the end times are upon us.

For full interviews and more stories like these, visit the CBN News YouTube channel and stream our latest documentary, "Investigating the Supernatural: Miracles" at cbn.com/supernatural.

Yael Eckstein, CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, is on the frontlines as the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies. Her organization is providing much-needed aid to Israelis whose homes and belongings are being destroyed amid war.

Eckstein provides her perspective on why Israel is taking action, Iran's dangerous rhetoric about destroying the Jewish state — and more. She also speaks about biblical prophecy surrounding Israel's regathering as well as how current events might play into prophecies seen in the Old Testament.

"God has his hand on this land," she said. "Israel is different than any other land in the world. It's the only place that God himself gave a name to. It's the only place that the prophets spoke about — that the Jewish people returned to."

Eckstein continued, "And, historically, there's never been a people, a nation that was in exile for 2,000 years and then reunited with their home, reignited this biblical language that they spoke. ... And I know this is part of God's plan, and I do think this is biblical prophecy unfolding." Watch what Eckstein had to say.

Author and communications strategist Joel Rosenberg is praying for the "liberation of Iran," encouraging Christians to join him in asking God to change the tides inside the Islamic Republic.

"I don't want to just destroy or neutralize the Iranian threat," he said. "I want to see this wicked, demonic regime fall."

Rosenberg, a bestselling author and the founder of The Joshua Fund, a group that provides humanitarian aid, said the current conflict between Israel and Iran is unlike anything he's seen in the region during his more than 11 years living in the Jewish state.

"I have never seen a war as intense," he said. "This is the most consequential war that Israel has ever fought since the War of Independence, in which seven Arab countries were attacking."

As tensions continue to flare between Israel and Iran, reports of Iranians rejoicing amid the attack have been going viral. It might seem like a strange reaction — residents of a nation being attacked by a perceived enemy and yet expressing elation.

But Lana Silk, CEO of Transform Iran, said the situation inside Iran is so bleak and difficult that this response from citizens makes perfect sense. "The immediate reaction that we got from Iran was, for want of a better word, celebration," she told CBN News.

"I've seen videos going viral on social media with young people throwing parties literally as they watch the missiles coming down ... It's been surreal looking at that thinking, 'Wow, these are people under attack and yet they welcome it.'"

What's the history behind Israel's current battle against Iran — and why does it matter? Dr. Glen Duerr, chair of history and government and professor of international studies at Cedarville University, joins CBN News to explain what's different about the current crisis and to offer a historical backdrop.

"Clearly, something has changed in the minds of the leaders of Mossad, the rough equivalent of the CIA in Israel," Duerr said of Israel's decision to attack Iran Thursday. "And, as such, they have chosen to really act — and swiftly."

Is the Shroud of Turin truly Jesus' burial cloth? It's a discussion and debate that has raged for years. And supporters of the world's most famous relic are planning to gather this summer for the 2025 International Conference & Symposium July 30 - August 3, 2025, where experts will gather to reveal the most recent research and evidence.

The attorney for a Christian baker who has been targeted by California officials over her refusal to make a cake for a same-sex couple is hoping to take the shocking case to the U.S. Supreme Court. Adèle Keim, senior counsel at Becket, told CBN News that baker Cathy Miller, owner of Tastries shop in Bakersfield, California, has been in a years-long battle after declining to make a cake for a same-sex couple.

On today's Newsmakers: a gender battle, the New Age, and a Christian college victory.

"The Chosen" star Jonathan Roumie details his life, faith and mission.

An ex-psychic said a new survey showing a substantial portion of Americans consult with horoscopes, tarot cards and other means is "horrific" but unsurprising. "I thought it was horrific to be quite honest with you, but I can't say that I'm completely surprised," Jen Nizza, an ex-medium and Christian who is also host of the "Ex-Psychic Saved" podcast said. Listen for more.