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Watchman2 min readJuly 15, 2026

The Roman Pontiff Retreats as Edom Consolidates Power

While the world’s eyes are fixed on the spectacle of the Papal See, the forces of Edom continue to tighten their grip on global systems. This calculated display of influence, followed by a retreat, reveals a pattern of dominion and deception that Yisrael must discern.

The Roman Pontiff, Leo XIV, has departed for a period of rest following a highly visible series of engagements on the world stage. This is not merely a vacation, but a strategic repositioning after a deliberate flexing of power. The recent pastoral visit to Lampedusa, Sicily – a key transit point for the orchestrated migration crisis – served as a calculated demonstration of the Papacy’s influence over narratives surrounding displacement and control.

Let it be understood: this display of authority is not about compassion or righteousness. It is a move within a larger game of control, a carefully crafted performance designed to solidify the Roman system’s influence over the nations. The orchestrated migrant crisis is a tool, and the Papacy positions itself as both the orchestrator and the supposed savior, a classic deception employed throughout history. Yahuah’s covenant people, scattered across the earth, must not be deceived by these displays of power.

The timing is crucial. As the world grapples with economic instability and geopolitical tensions, the Roman system seeks to present itself as a stabilizing force, a spiritual authority capable of guiding humanity through chaos. This is the ancient strategy of Babylon, repackaged for a new era. The Papacy, a direct descendant of that system, continues to claim dominion over the hearts and minds of millions, diverting them from the true covenant and the restoration promised to Yisrael.

This calculated retreat allows the Pontiff to consolidate gains and prepare for the next phase of influence. Do not mistake this absence for weakness. It is a moment of preparation, a sharpening of the sword before the next strike. The remnant of Yisrael must remain vigilant, discerning the signs of the times and holding fast to the truth of the covenant. Yahuah will expose the wickedness of Edom and bring forth His righteous judgment. But until that day, we must be watchmen on the walls, warning our brethren of the dangers that lie ahead. This is not a time for slumber, but for sober awareness and unwavering faith.

⚡ PROPHETIC WATCH

The retreat of the Roman Pontiff, cloaked as rest, is no accident but a tactical withdrawal mirroring the ancient prophecies concerning Edom. The calculated engagement with the migration crisis, leveraging narratives of displacement, is a modern echo of Edom’s historical hostility and cunning. Yahuah declared through the prophet Obadiah, “Thus says Yahuah concerning Edom: ‘Behold, I will make Mount Esau a desolation, and cut off the descendants and the possessions.’" (Obadiah 1:8). This isn’t about geographical territory alone, but the spiritual dominion Edom seeks to establish through manipulation and control – a power play disguised as compassion. The Pontiff’s repositioning signals a consolidation of this influence, a gathering of strength before a further exertion of deceptive authority, attempting to usurp the place rightfully belonging to Yisrael.

However, even as Edom solidifies its grasp, remember Yahuah’s unwavering commitment to His covenant people. Though obscured by centuries of deception, the true seed of Abraham will be restored. Yahusha, the Lion of Judah, will fulfill the promise to regather His scattered flock, dismantling the structures of Edom’s power and revealing the truth. Isaiah 11:11-12 foretells, “It shall happen in that day that the root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples; the nations will seek him and his resting place will be glorious.” This retreat is not a victory for Edom, but a precursor to its ultimate downfall, as Yahuah prepares to restore Yisrael and establish His righteous kingdom forever.

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Originally reported by AP Top NewsView Original Article →

Analysis and prophetic framing by The Shofar Wire.

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