The war in Iran is over—or is it? Iran has cemented its control over the Strait of Hormuz and may plan on leveraging this important maritime choke point against the rest of the world permanently.

Meanwhile, China may be planning on doing something similar with its increasing control over the South China Sea. Host Richard Palmer and panelists Mihailo Zekic, Andrew Miiller and Jeremiah Jacques explore this topic and more.

The King of the South

“China Is Steering the World Toward War”

The Bible describes how man was made from the dust of the ground and that God intended for man to dress and keep the land. It also describes how mankind will be blessed or cursed according to his obedience.

The agricultural crisis in Australia is a stark reminder about the curses befalling sinful nations and how, despite incredible progress, fundamental changes are needed to solve crucial agricultural issues.

Australian correspondent Callum Wood shows how these curses are prophesied and the hope in turning back to God.

Philadelphia Trumpet: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/trumpet_magazine

The Iran war is killing old alliances and building new ones. Host Richard Palmer and panelists Mihailo Zekic, Andrew Miiller and Jeremiah Jacques examine how the world is adjusting to the new war in the Middle East.

The King of the South
The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’
Our Awesome Universe Potential

The West’s democratic order is unraveling. How does one make sense of so much chaos happening in so many different countries?

The Varieties of Democracy Institute, headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, publishes an annual report on the state of democracy and freedom in the world.

The 2026 report showcases a startling trend of democratic decline in democracy’s birthplace: Europe. We spoke to Marina Nord, who helped compile the report, on what its findings mean for modern Europe.

“Why the Trumpet Watches Europe’s Ongoing Unification Project”

“Why the Trumpet Watches the Rise of a German Strongman”

The Strait of Hormuz remains in headlines this week as Iran’s choke hold on sea traffic through the strait continues to wreak havoc on the global economy. U.S. President Donald Trump continues to seek a peace deal with the Iranian regime. Host Richard Palmer and panelists Mihailo Zekic, Andrew Miiller and Jeremiah Jacques discuss the ramifications of the ongoing war with Iran in light of Bible prophecy.

The King of the South
The United States and Britain in Prophecy
The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’

The Iran war is showing how even a partial interruption to the oil supply has dramatic effects. But what about a deliberate and strategic effort to besiege Australia’s fuel supply?

Australian correspondent Callum Wood discusses crucial Bible prophecies that prove how the current fuel crisis in Australia is a precursor for worse to come.

Isaiah’s End-Time Vision: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/1369
Russia and China in Prophecy: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/2705
Philadelphia Trumpet: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/trumpet_magazine

A big casualty of the Iran war is your wallet. The war has drastically hurt fossil fuel production and supply lines, sending a dagger into the heart of the global economy. Host Richard Palmer speaks with panelists Mihailo Zekic and Andrew Miiller to examine the war’s economic implications. Miiller follows up with another big shock of the Iran war: the resignation of Joe Kent. Palmer examines how the conflict is enflaming Muslim tensions in Europe and elsewhere. Finally, Jeremiah Jacques looks into a startling development of the war: Russia helping Iran target Americans.

The King of the South
“MAGA: Split Over Israel”
“Does Germany Still Have a Secret Strategy to Destroy Iran?”
“Is Iran’s Regime Finished?”
"Storm-Proof Your Financial House"

A drone struck a British airbase in Cyprus as a result of the Iran war. European correspondent Josué Michels discusses how Cyprus is reacting and responding in an interview with General Secretary of the United Cyprus Republican Party, Nikolaos Komnenos.

We have long forecast the strategic importance of Cyprus, and the Iran war has further highlighted how accurate that forecast is.

Literature:
The Key of David, “Germany Conquers Cyprus”: https://www.thetrumpet.com/21078-germany-conquers-cyprus
“Why Germany Conquered Cyprus”: https://www.thetrumpet.com/21310-why-germany-conquered-cyprus

Iran has responded to America’s attack by shutting the Strait of Hormuz, trying to send oil prices skyrocketing. It is having massive reverberations in America, Europe, Russia and beyond. Host Richard Palmer and panelists Mihailo Zekic, Andrew Miiller and Jeremiah Jacques examine what the Iran war means for the rest of the world and what Bible prophecy indicates the end result will be. We also look at a powerful warning from Herbert W. Armstrong on why America cannot completely finish the job.

“An Unfinished Job in Iran Would Be Catastrophic”
The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’
The United States and Britain in Prophecy

U.S. correspondent Andrew Miiller sits down with Massachusetts Senate candidate John Deaton to discuss the situation in Cuba and President Donald Trump’s aspirations for this tiny island.

Cuba is situated only 90 miles from the U.S. and stands as a potential chokepoint for the Gulf of America (formerly Gulf of Mexico). Deaton and Milller explain how it is in America’s best interest to have a friendly neighbor.

“Communist Cuba Is Ready to Fall”
Isaiah’s End-Time Vision