This sobering article title ran in The Telegraph on Sunday, November 2. Germany’s armed forces drew little respect from other NATO nations ten years ago, but today’s Bundeswehr, driven forward by the threat of war with Russia, is a growing force to be reckoned with and is rocketing far beyond the capabilities of other European nations.

Technology today touches nearly every aspect of life and is now even reaching into the spiritual realm. Platforms such as “Text With Jesus” and “FaithGPT” allow users to engage in simulated conversations with A.I.-generated representations of biblical figures. Many turn to these tools for guidance, comfort, or reflection.

On October 17, NATO forces downed what may have been a Russian drone flying near a military base hosting U.S. troops in Eastern Europe (UK Defense Journal, October 30, 2025). Drones were also seen “at a Belgian military base believed to host U.S.

During a visit to the Vatican last week, King Charles prayed with Pope Leo—“a first for the leaders of the Church of England and Catholic Church” (BBC, October 23, 2025). King Charles is technically the supreme governor of the Church of England—a church that broke away from the Roman church during the rule of King Henry VIII. Following their prayer, the King and the Pope exchanged gifts.