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International Relations
Grounded Viewpoint
When nations posture with drones, trade deals, and threats, Scripture reminds Christians that God calls us to pursue peace and pray for those in authority (Matthew 5:9; 1 Timothy 2:1–2). At the same time the Bible urges wisdom and restraint in leadership—seeking justice and protection for the vulnerable while resisting fear-driven aggression (Proverbs 11:14; Romans 13)—so our posture should be prayerful, discerning, and oriented toward peacemaking and care for those harmed by geopolitical conflict.
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U.S. and Iran in talks on memorandum to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz; Iran says obstacles remain as IRGC issues military warnings
U.S. and Iranian officials are engaged in indirect talks aimed at a memorandum of understanding to end the ongoing war between the countries and to re...
22 hours ago
Ukraine's battlefield innovations — especially drone use and wartime production — are prompting NATO to reassess alliance strategy ahead of the July 2026 Ankara summit
Four years into Russia's 2022 invasion, NATO officials and Eastern European leaders say Ukraine's battlefield experience — particularly rapid adoption...
21 hours ago
Advisor to Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi Says Potential Trump–Iran Deal Could Give Regime a 'Lifeline,' Expresses Skepticism About Tehran's Intentions
Cameron Khansarinia, chief of staff to exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, told Fox News that Iranians he speaks with are "nervous" that a potential agr...
22 hours ago
Transcript: Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan (May 24, 2026) — U.S. negotiators report progress toward an Iran agreement; interviews with Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Kevin Hassett, Reps. Mike Lawler and Josh Gottheimer, Dr. Deborah Birx, and Medal of Honor recipients
This is a full transcript of the May 24, 2026 Face the Nation broadcast. Key factual points: - U.S. negotiators, with mediation help from Pakistan, re...