The U.S. Senate is rolling out a bold new bill aimed squarely at countries still doing business with Putin’s energy empire. It would slap a whopping 500% tariff on imports from any nation that continues buying Russian oil, gas, or uranium. The goal? Hit Vladimir Putin where it counts: in the pocketbook. And let’s be…
Peace Through Strength or Perpetual War? A Look at President Trump’s Ukraine Pivot
Last week, the Pentagon hit the brakes on some critical arms shipments to Ukraine, citing the need to replenish our own defense systems. That pause didn’t last long. President Trump saw the news, heard the reports of civilian casualties, and said, “Not on my watch.” He ordered those shipments back on track, vowing more defensive…
Germany’s AfD Under Fire: Extremism or Censorship?
Germany’s domestic intelligence agency, the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (Bundesamt für Verfassungsschutz, or BfV), recently dropped a political hammer on the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) by officially designating the entire party as a “confirmed right-wing extremist” group. This dramatic move now allows German authorities to increase surveillance on the AfD—phone tapping,…
Why President Trump’s UK Deal Could Be a Win for America—and What We Should Watch For
President Trump recently announced what he’s calling a “very large” trade deal with the United Kingdom. On the surface, it sounds like a bold, America-first move that’s right in line with the conservative principle of national prosperity. But like any deal cooked up in the global kitchen, it’s worth taking a long, prayerful look at…
Minerals, Morality, and Moscow: The U.S.-Ukraine Deal and Trump’s Putin Pivot
The April 30th announcement of a new U.S.-Ukraine mineral agreement has raised eyebrows and opened debate—not just among policymakers, but among those of us who care deeply about biblical justice, national sovereignty, and the proper role of American influence abroad. Add to that President Trump's latest comments about Vladimir Putin, and we've got ourselves a…
Trump Talks Tough on Russia and Iran — Is There Substance Behind the Swagger?
President Trump has always had a way with words—some bold, some baffling, some just plain brash. And his recent comments about Russia and Iran hit all three of those categories. But once you brush past the colorful language, there’s actually something worth examining here. Trump is walking a tightrope—part peace broker, part strongman—and the way…
Putin’s Hypocrisy, Trump’s Diplomacy, and Ukraine’s Survival
In the complex and often contradictory world of international politics, few scenarios highlight hypocrisy more starkly than Russia's stance on the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. President Vladimir Putin's insistence that peace negotiations cannot proceed while Ukraine controls any part of Russia's Kursk region, juxtaposed with Russia's occupation of Ukrainian territory, epitomizes a glaring double standard.…
Restoring U.S. Military Aid to Ukraine: A Vital Course Correction in the Face of Russian Aggression
On Tuesday, the United States and Ukraine issued a joint statement announcing the resumption of U.S. military aid and intelligence sharing. This decision came after Ukraine signaled its willingness to support Washington’s proposal for a 30-day ceasefire with Russia. While the restoration of aid is a step in the right direction, it is also a…
Russia’s Hypocrisy: The Myth of Protecting Russian-Speaking Ukrainians
I’ve already debunked two of the most common excuses for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: NATO expansion and “de-Nazification.” Now, let’s tackle another excuse that keeps getting repeated by Moscow and its apologists: 👉 Russia invaded Ukraine to protect Russian-speaking Ukrainians. This claim is Russia’s official justification for its war, but it doesn’t hold up under…
Debunking Russia’s “De-Nazification” Myth
Yesterday, I dismantled the claim that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was justified by NATO expansion. Today, let’s tackle another major propaganda line: the idea that Ukraine needed to be “de-Nazified.” This claim is not just misleading—it’s a deliberate distortion of history designed to justify a war of aggression. The reality? Ukraine is not a Nazi-controlled…
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