The Rise of Russia (Part 1) Ezekiel 38 describes a coalition of nation’s that come together to move against Israel. The coalition is a mixture of Marxist and Muslim nations. Historically Israel’s greatest defender has been America. It would make military sense to take out America before this coalition moves against Israel. Brannon reveals the evidence today that Russia is openly bragging that they are willing to use nuclear weapons not as a last resort but as a first strike strategy. While America’s military was greatly damaged under the 8 years of President Obama, Russia was and is advancing in technology that is impressive even to American military officers and experts. Are we seeing the military and global rise of Russia? Is the stage being set for the fulfillment of Bible prophecy?