Talks and Tensions
Ceasefires are being negotiated… and ending.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy backed a limited ceasefire that would ban attacks on civilian infrastructure after a call with President Trump Wednesday, which both described as “positive.” Russian President Putin agreed to the narrow proposal on Tuesday but rejected Trump’s push for a broader 30-day ceasefire.
U.S.-led negotiations will continue Sunday in Saudi Arabia, with Secretary of State Rubio and National Security Advisor Waltz representing the U.S.; Russia and Ukraine’s participation remains unclear.
Meanwhile, the Israel/Hamas ceasefire appears to have fully broken. Israel resumed its ground assault and heavy airstrikes in Gaza this week; Hamas began returning rocket fire yesterday. At least 500 people have been killed since fighting resumed, and there’s not a clear path to resuming peace talks.
CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE
War and the evil it exposes are a terrible reminder that the world is not as it should be. Seek peace where you are and trust that the Lord will end all war in his perfect timing.
“Nations rage, kingdoms topple; the earth melts when he lifts his voice. The Lord of Armies is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold… Come, see the works of the Lord, who brings devastation on the earth.”
Psalm 46:6–7, 9 (CSB) (read full passage)