The Trump-brokered ceasefire remains technically intact, but it’s hanging by a thread. There have already been limited strikes following alleged violations, and both sides are quick to point fingers. The humanitarian situation in Gaza is no less dire: food, medicine, and aid are desperately needed, yet delivery remains tangled in the usual web of politics,…
Sanctions, Syria, and the Struggle Between Compassion and Caution
President Trump’s decision to lift U.S. sanctions on Syria has lit up the headlines and kicked off some serious coffee-table debates. It’s not just a policy shift—it’s a geopolitical curveball. Syria, once the epicenter of chaos and terrorism, is now slowly crawling toward the light of recovery, and President Trump believes it's time to extend…
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…
Taking Back the Panama Canal: Reasserting American Strength in the Western Hemisphere
When President Trump declared in his inaugural address that the United States would "take back" the Panama Canal, he wasn’t just tossing out rhetoric—he was reigniting a debate that has smoldered for decades. The canal, one of the greatest engineering marvels in human history, was never just a construction project. It was a bold assertion…
Balancing Justice and Mercy: A Christian Conservative Take on the U.S.-Colombia Immigration Standoff
The recent standoff between the U.S. and Colombia over deportation flights has drawn attention to a complex web of immigration policy, international diplomacy, and the moral obligations of a nation. This issue requires balancing the principles of justice and mercy, along with a firm commitment to national sovereignty and accountability. Let’s unpack what this episode…
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