As we all remember, President Trump and Vladimir Putin already met once this year: the much-ballyhooed Alaska Summit in August 2025. It was chilly in more ways than one. The meeting produced no binding agreement, no grand peace plan, and no Nobel-worthy handshake moment. But what it did produce was symbolism, lots of it. It…
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…
Why Ukraine Still Matters
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…
Europe Must Step Up: The Path to a Real Ukraine Peace Deal
For years, Europe has relied on the United States as the world's policeman, assuming we would foot the bill and send our troops while they focused on social programs, green energy initiatives, and bureaucratic red tape. That model is unsustainable and, frankly, unfair to American taxpayers. Now, with the war in Ukraine dragging on and…
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…
Keith Kellogg’s Role: Balancing Peace with Justice for Ukraine
As retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg steps into the role of President-elect Donald Trump’s special envoy to Russia and Ukraine, he faces a monumental task: finding a path to peace in a war that has devastated millions. This appointment raises hope that strong, principled leadership will guide U.S. efforts in the region. But any peace…
Supporting Ukraine with Strength, Strategy, and Faith
The war in Ukraine entered its 1,000th day yesterday, a grim milestone marked by a bold Ukrainian strike into Russian territory using U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles. This act of defiance underscores Ukraine’s determination to reclaim its sovereignty against Vladimir Putin’s aggression, a battle that resonates deeply with those who value freedom and the rule of law.…
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