Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Washington last week with high hopes. He was expecting tough conversations, yes, but also the reinforcement of an alliance that has been critical to Ukraine’s survival. The centerpiece of his visit was supposed to be a minerals deal—one that would give the U.S. a tangible economic stake in Ukraine’s…
Trump, Zelenskyy, and the Weight of War
Yesterday’s White House meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was a high-stakes diplomatic encounter that revealed much about where both leaders—and their respective nations—stand on the war in Ukraine. What was meant to be a discussion on peace and cooperation quickly became a tense and sometimes awkward exchange, as Trump questioned Ukraine’s…
Trump’s Idiotic Embrace of Russian Propaganda on Ukraine
President Trump’s latest attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a "dictator" is not just false—it plays directly into Russian propaganda. Worse yet, his reckless rhetoric risks further emboldening Vladimir Putin, the actual dictator in this scenario. The facts of this war are clear: Russia, without provocation, launched a brutal invasion of Ukraine in 2022.…
Trump, Putin, and Ukraine: A Hard Line Is the Only Line
President Trump’s recent diplomatic outreach to both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky has ignited fierce debate. On one hand, peace is always preferable to war, and bringing the Russia-Ukraine conflict to an end is a worthy goal. On the other hand, peace must not come at the cost of rewarding Putin for his unprovoked aggression.…
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…
It’s About Time: Biden’s Decision to Arm Ukraine with Long-Range Missiles
Well, here we are—after two plus years of hemming and hawing, President Biden has finally given Ukraine the green light to use long-range missiles, targeting Russian forces in the Kursk region and even hitting North Korean allies. It’s a significant step, but let’s be honest—it’s one that should have happened a long time ago. While…
Olaf Scholz and Vladimir Putin: A Conversation Built on Absurd Demands
In a recent phone call, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin had their first official dialogue since 2022. And while it’s good to see diplomacy at least being attempted, the content of their conversation reveals the delusional nature of Putin's demands. The Russian leader reportedly insisted that any resolution to end the…
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