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Timestamp: (4:14 ). The assassination of Charlie Kirk continues to dominate the news, and we really need to address the facts regarding whether or not this is one-sided.

Timestamp: (25:37 ). Is Russia trying to see how far it can push against NATO? And isn’t the weakness shown by the West just encouraging Putin to push harder?

Timestamp: (46:20 ). Ukraine has its own plans to end the war.

Timestamp: (56:11 ). Israel launches its new ground offensive into Gaza city.

Timestamp: (59:30 ). Let’s end with some Biblical wisdom and spiritual encouragement.

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U.S. news:

So it’s NATO’s fault he couldn’t solve the war in a 24 hours? And to me, this reads like he finally found his escape clause, eight months later. He’s done with the war.

The Economist: The Kremlin’s plot to kill NATO’s credibility

The alliance needs an emphatic response to Russian air incursions

The alliance, and above all America’s president, now face a moment of truth. Unless the response is immediate and unequivocal, weakness is exactly what Russia will surmise.

But now European citizens may fear their borders are not safe. And escalation has already come—from Moscow. If NATO signals timidity, the risk of sleepwalking into a larger war will grow.

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The task before Mr Trump is simple. He must find the words that have long failed him and declare that America will uphold its treaty obligations, and defend its allies. Anything less will invite further aggression, not only from Russia but from autocrats elsewhere.

But maybe if they start with this, they’ll have the guts to keep extending it further and further into Ukraine? That may just be the optimist in me talking, but it’s a start.

Middle East news:

News analysis from The New York Times: Netanyahu and an Israel Without Restraint

Let’s end with some notes on faith

As you know, if you want true peace, I believe you should look to God and the Bible for that — not a country, not a party, and certainly not an earthly leader, such as our President or the leader of whatever political party you prefer.

I believe that not only can God give you ever-lasting life, but that He can also give you peace in this life. God is like a good shepherd. He leads you by the still waters. He restores your soul. He guides you out of the death and destruction of sin. If you know nothing about the Bible, but want to test the waters and maybe try it out, check out my resource page here.

By the way, if you’re dealing with depression, PTSD, or thoughts of suicide, I have a link I’d like you to check out. It’s an encouraging pep talk that I believe will help. It also has the hotline that you can call, whether you’re a service member or just a civilian. Here’s the link for that page: PTSD.

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To God be the Glory,

Stan R. Mitchell

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