In the wake of America’s withdrawal from Afghanistan, Europe is suddenly left vulnerable. The Afghan government relied on America for their defense, and were abandoned. Europe also relies on America for defense. Will they be the next to be abandoned? They won’t wait to find out. On today’s show, Trumpet.com assistant managing editor Richard Palmer shows how talk of a European military has accelerated dramatically following America’s failed withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Meanwhile, in three weeks Germany will elect a new chancellor. The media is already calling the election an “earthquake,” and speculation over possible coalitions is rife. Could East Germany’s communists be back in government? How long will coalition negotiations drag on for? Conditions in Germany are perfectly laying the groundwork for the fulfillment of critical Bible prophecies.

Today is the Feast of Trumpets. Few celebrate this Holy Day today. But in our final segment, we look at why it is critical for understanding world news.