NEWS: President Trump announces a breakthrough in ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine after a call with Putin. Plus, Israel launches “Gideon’s Chariots” — a new military campaign to dismantle Hamas and rescue hostages.

FOCUS STORY: The Department of Education has officially dropped its record-breaking fine against Grand Canyon University. Why the reversal matters and how GCU is responding.

MAIN THING: President Trump pledges to ease sanctions on Syria — a move aimed at aiding persecuted Christians, but not without controversy. Joel Veldkamp from Christian Solidarity International joins Billy Hallowell to break it down.

LAST THING: 2 Peter 3:9 — “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”

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