Brooke Manning, Community Manager, The Kyiv Independent, sent out a mailer today with a quick update regarding the U.S.-brokered 30-day ‘ceasefire’ between Russia and the United States:
Is there really a ceasefire in Ukraine?
The news cycle this week has again moved rapidly, particularly regarding a potential ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia.
But the reality is even less clear than the headlines: Tuesday night (3/18/2025), after the telephone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald J. Trump to discuss a ceasefire, Russia attacked Ukraine with 150 drones. Even though Putin had agreed to stop attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, drone strikes reportedly led to power outages in Slovyansk, a town in Donetsk Oblast.
We can’t yet hear signs of a ceasefire in Kyiv over the sound of continued Russian drone attacks. And meanwhile, to the south and east, the front line continues to move.
The Kyiv Independent has a full website, which may be viewed HERE.
Reading The Kyiv Independent is a very solid way to stay up to date regarding Ukraine’s struggles, goals and political positions regarding Russia’s continuing attacks against the nation.
My brothers and sisters, it is incredibly unclear to this writer if there really is an effective ceasefire, as the war continues and mainstream news outlets are reporting that President Donald J. Trump is now looking beyond a ‘mere’ mineral deal with Ukraine to prevent continuing hostilities by Russia.
What seems to be certain, however, is that previous FGGAM reporting about the wisdom of not trusting Putin remains sound. Peace, or some form of it, is almost certain to eventually prevail, with politicians positioning themselves to try to claim ‘credit.’ A lasting peace, a true peace, will require humility, prayer and seeking God’s will, which many in the world are not likely to seek.
I pray that the United States, EU and NATO will find enough common ground (and backbone) to take on the evil that is being manifested directly from the office of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
As FGGAM recently reported HERE, HERE and HERE, recent comments and actions by Trump have left a bitter taste in this writer’s mouth. The protagonist in this situation, dating back to 2014 at the minimum, is Russian President Vladimir Putin, a former Soviet KGB officer who seems to be lost in the supposed ‘glory’ days of the former Soviet Union.
The resolution of Russia’s war against Ukraine requires much more than a ‘deal’ or even an armistice. It requires either a clear and indisputable victory by Ukraine or a peace agreement ending the war permanently, with direct involvement and approval of the Ukrainian government.
Ukrainians are fighting for their land, their country, their families and for the principles of freedom. There are many Christian men, women and children in Ukraine. NATO-allied nations know that a clear Russian ‘victory’ will inevitably result in continued aggression.
As followers of Christ, we should continue to pray for our elected and appointed leaders to walk in godly wisdom, without the influence of excessive emotion as the truth of what Russia is doing remains clear and a resolution is sought:
1 Timothy 2:1-3 (ESV)
“First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior…”.
Proverbs 2:6 (Amplified Bible)
“For the Lord gives [skillful and godly] wisdom; [f]rom His mouth come knowledge and understanding.”
The Bible also tells us that the ‘shouting ruler’ is not necessarily espousing wisdom and that godly wisdom is better than weapons of war:
Ecclesiastes 9:16-18 (NKJV)
“Then I said: ‘[w]isdom is better than strength. Nevertheless the poor man’s wisdom is despised, [a]nd his words are not heard. Words of the wise, spoken quietly, should be heard [r]ather than the shout of a ruler of fools. Wisdom is better than weapons of war; [b]ut one sinner destroys much good.’”
