A Mormon Timeline of future events (based on prophecy). Civil War 2. Nuclear Attack. Invasion.

Devaluation of the U.S. dollar will lead to its collapse. This will lead to starvation and demonstrations. Agents of 'secret combinations' will ensure these demonstrations turn into riots. Federalized police will fire on crowds (in Chicago apparently) and this event will cause average citizens to riot in most major American cities. Martial law will be declared and the Feds will attempt to outlaw private ownership of firearms. This will be the final catalyst that will signal the beginning of the 2nd American Civil War, except the sides will not be North vs. South but Constitutional government vs. an out of control Federal government.

During this time of internal strife, Russia will attack the U.S. mainland, hitting many major cities with nuclear weapons. A literal, physical invasion of the U.S. will begin immediately afterward. There may be elements of Chinese involvement although this is not specifically alluded to.

The attack will occur after the election of a new president but before the inauguration of the new president. If we are to believe the "Greek president" theory, then it would occur sometime after November's elections, as Obama is the first president "not of British or northern European ancestry". The possibility also exists that Obama is re-elected in 2012, and this would occur sometime after the 2016 elections, but while Obama is still president.

The prophecy of the total devastation of the state of Missouri and part of Iowa is consistent with multiple nuclear strikes to take out our strategic missile silos.

Additionally, in the Doctrine and Covenants it says that, in regards to the Tribulation, "Upon my house it shall begin". The Wasatch Fault under Salt Lake City is well overdue to slip, and HAARP could assist in this. It is also clear in the teachings of the Mormon prophets that the Saints (Mormons), as well as all devout believers of all faiths, will not be specially protected from these events, although the Spirit will direct those to safety as they are willing to hear. All must bear witness to these things.