Who could the Anti-Christ be? We probably won't know for certain while we're still here, but here are some identifying signs. Perhaps right before the rapture (which I believe is imminent) there may be some indications:
 

He rules a member country that is part of a world body believed to be the New Roman Empire (future kingdom of the antichrist-Daniel 2; 8:25).
He is the number one candidate to head up the E.U. as their first permanent leader. Again, this federation is believed to be the future kingdom of the antichrist.
When introducing a Middle East peace plan, hewill statethat peace between Israel and Palestine is the key to achieving world peace. I believe when he becomes the prime minister of the E.U. this will be his top priority.
He will havea great relationship with the U.S. and is seen as a friend to Israel. He is on a very short list of Israeli allies, and with the backing of the U.S. and E.U., he could bridge the gap.
The last form of world government is said to comprise of two very powerful entities in which one will rule over the other (Revelation 17). The dominant power will be very wealthy and militarily strong. The kingdom of the antichrist will also be strong and will tolerate the ruling power until the time is right to betray her.
Over the years, the U.S. has been the architect of many peace initiatives in the Middle East. As the lone superpower they will continue to attempt to bring peace to the region. But because of their war on terrorism and subsequent military action on Arab nations they will be deemed untrustworthy and biased towards Israel. This will prove to be the open door for someone else to come in the bring peace to the region. The E.U. is a strong financial supporter of the Palestine and imports a tremendous amount of goods from Israel. He (antichrist) may bring them in as member nations as part of the peace agreement. This would give both instant world recognition and the security of a world power.
KEEP WATCHING!

Maranatha!