Finalize consensus to implement the May 27, 2024, agreement on the exchange of hostages and prisoners.
Continue all first-stage procedures during stage two negotiations.
Guarantors of the agreement will ensure negotiations continue until an agreement is reached.
2. Israeli Forces Withdrawal
Israeli forces to withdraw eastward from densely populated areas near the Gaza border, including Wadi Gaza (Netzarim axis and Kuwait roundabout).
Deployment perimeter established at 700 meters, with exceptions for five localized points up to an additional 400 meters south and west of the border, as per agreed maps.
3. Prisoner Exchange
Release 9 ill and wounded individuals from the list of 33 in exchange for 110 Palestinian prisoners with life sentences.
Israel to release 1,000 Gazan detainees from October 8, 2023, not involved in events on October 7, 2023.
Exchange elderly prisoners (men over 50) at a 1:3 life sentence + 1:27 other sentences ratio.
Release Avera Mengistu and Hisham al-Sayed based on a 1:30 exchange, plus 47 Shalit prisoners.
Additional Palestinian prisoners to be released abroad or to Gaza per agreed lists.
4. Philadelphi Corridor
Israeli forces to reduce presence gradually during stage one, as per agreed maps.
Full withdrawal of Israeli forces to begin after the last hostage release on day 42 and complete by day 50.
5. Rafah Border Crossing
Rafah crossing to be prepared for transferring civilians and wounded after releasing all women (civilian and soldiers).
Israeli forces to redeploy around the Rafah Crossing following attached maps.
Daily transfer of 50 wounded individuals, each accompanied by three persons, with approvals from Israel and Egypt.
Crossing operations to follow August 2024 discussions with Egypt.
6. Exit of Ill and Wounded Civilians
All ill and wounded Palestinian civilians to cross via Rafah border crossing per section 12 of the May 27, 2024, agreement.
7. Return of Unarmed Internally Displaced (Netzarim Corridor)
Return process follows the May 27, 2024, agreement sections 3-a and 3-b.
Day 7: Internally displaced pedestrians return north via Rashid Street without arms or inspections.
Day 22: Additional return routes open via Salah a-Din Street without inspections.
Vehicles and non-pedestrian traffic return after private company inspections, as determined by mediators in coordination with Israel.
8. Humanitarian Aid Protocol
Humanitarian aid to follow protocols agreed upon under mediator supervision.
If you have wondered why Russia is losing so many men and Ukraine is not, this will help explain it. Russia is sending men into the front lines where they are killed by drone operators from Ukraine who are hundreds of miles away from the front lines.
Episode 622 - Field Producer Dennis Azato and Chuck Reminisce
My erstwhile field producer and cameraman Dennis Azato has accompanied me on ten years of adventures across the globe. Today he joins me in Ukraine and we spend some time remembering our many trips together.
Episode 622 - Field Producer Dennis Azato and Chuck Reminisce
Episode 622 - Field Producer Dennis Azato and Chuck Reminisce
We have a hiding place in the Most High (Psalm 32:7); though no one can see our security, we are always spiritually covered and protected from every satanic device of darkness (Psalm 91, Ephesians 6:11). God is our Rock of salvation that we can resort to continually through the faith and obedience of His Son (Psalm 71:1-3). Although Elisha was surrounded by physical armies, he feared nothing because he understood that battles are won spiritually (2 Kings 6:15-17). As citizens of His heavenly kingdom (Philippians 3:20), we are sojourners and strangers in this world (Hebrews 11:13), but even here, the Lord is as a sanctuary and refuge for us to always rely upon and dwell in. Hallelujah! 🙌
In 1 Corinthians 16:22, it is written that if anyone does not love the Lord, let him be accursed or devoted to destruction. Earlier in chapter 3, we see that when Christ judges God's people, the works not done in love apart from Him will be destroyed forever. The believer will then suffer an eternal loss of reward by the testing of fire (1 Cor. 3:13–15). Likewise in chapter 5, we see Paul commands the saints to give over an unrepentant man to Satan for the destruction of his flesh, though spiritually he will remain saved (1 Cor. 5:5).
Later in chapter 11, we find some of the Corinthians experiencing a type of destruction; they physically died on account of their "lovelessness" toward their brethren and the Lord as they partook of the body and blood of Christ (1 Cor. 11:29–30). For in chapter 13, Paul makes it clear that even if we do many good works, possess deep faith, hold vast knowledge, and even sacrifice ourselves, without love as our source of motivation, we are nothing and gain...
A Rare Opportunity to Build Something That Will Last
For the past several years, we've been praying and working toward one goal: establishing a permanent home for Frontier Forge Academy.
Frontier Forge was founded on a simple conviction—that strong families, strong communities, and a free nation depend on men and women of faith, character, courage, and competence. Our mission is to equip the next generation with the practical skills, biblical foundation, and servant-leadership they'll need to lead well wherever God calls them. This has always been about far more than education; it's about preparing people to serve others and faithfully steward the responsibilities they've been given.
Today, an extraordinary opportunity has opened before us.
The property we've been pursuing in the mountains of West Virginia has officially been placed up for public auction. That means we have a limited window to secure what we believe could become the permanent home of Frontier Forge Academy before it belongs to someone else.
This property has the potential to become a place where young men and women are trained not only in practical skills and emergency preparedness, but also in leadership, stewardship, and biblical truth. It's a place where families can gather, where future leaders can be mentored, and where lives can be shaped for generations to come. Rather than spending years building from the ground up, we have the opportunity to establish that foundation now.
If you've followed my work over the years, you know this vision has been on my heart for a long time. Whether you've watched my reporting, attended one of our events, or simply believe that the next generation deserves better preparation than the world is offering, I'm asking you to prayerfully consider helping us seize this opportunity.
Every donation, no matter the amount, is an investment in a mission that will outlast all of us. The impact of this property won't be measured in acres or buildings, but in the lives that will be transformed there for decades to come.
If you'd like to help make this vision a reality, you can make a tax-deductible donation here:
If you're unable to give financially, I would ask you to do two things: pray with us, and share this post with others who believe in what we're building together.
Thank you for standing with us and for believing in the mission of Frontier Forge Academy. With God's provision and your partnership, we have an opportunity to establish something that will continue equipping faithful, capable leaders for generations to come.
The Power of Propaganda: Why It Works And How To Stop It
Foreign governments no longer need to convince Americans what to think—they only need to convince us to hate each other. In this special report, I break down how Russia, China, Iran, and Qatar exploit social media, influencers, and political division to manipulate public opinion. From Russian troll farms and campus protests to the "firehose of falsehood" strategy, I explain why propaganda today is less about changing your mind and more about destroying your trust. Most importantly, I discuss how to recognize these tactics before becoming part of someone else's information campaign.
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