President Trump has responded decisively to the ICC’s overreach, imposing sanctions on its officials after they issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza. Unfazed, the ICC has doubled down, insisting on its authority while receiving unwavering support from European nations, the UN,…
Biden’s Cuba Move – Misguided Compassion or Strategic Oversight?
When President Biden decided to lift Cuba’s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism, he ignited bipartisan outrage—and for good reason. As Christians, we are called to care for the oppressed and seek justice. However, justice must not be blind to reality, and mercy should not come at the expense of truth. This move, framed…
A Christian Conservative Take on the Fall of Assad in Syria
As news of Bashar al-Assad's ousting in Syria sweeps the globe, we find ourselves staring into the fog of post-revolution uncertainty. For over half a century, Assad’s iron grip exemplified much of what Christians and conservatives alike should oppose: authoritarianism, repression, and the steady persecution of dissenting voices. Yet, the downfall of tyranny doesn’t guarantee…
Land Mines, Putin’s Games, and a Call for Clear Leadership
As an independent Christian conservative, I see the events surrounding the war in Ukraine as a sobering reminder of how messy and morally complex geopolitics can be. The Bible tells us in Matthew 5:9, “Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.” But peace doesn’t come from looking the other…
Standing at the Crossroads of War, Justice, and Ceasefires
Recent developments in Israel's fight against those who seek to "wipe them off the map" have been nothing short of a whirlwind, each event carrying profound implications. As an independent Christian conservative, I view these unfolding events with a heart anchored in Scripture and a deep longing for truth, peace, and justice. This conflict is…
The Three Generations of Human Rights
The concept of human rights, as we understand it today, has evolved over centuries, shaped by philosophical ideas, religious teachings, and political struggles. Human rights are commonly divided into three "generations" of rights, each reflecting the changing nature of society's understanding of what people need in order to lead dignified, fulfilling lives. This classification system…
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