In the Ukraine war, both sides have allies. Ukrainians have the support of democracies like the United States, while Putin's Kremlin finds allies in countries such as China, Iran, and North Korea. The United States suspects North Korea of providing military equipment to Russia for nuclear technology. Russia is recruiting Cubans for the conflict, while the US plans to send seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine and Belgium intends to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine. Lithuania's foreign minister, the Balts, and British volunteers stand in solidarity with Ukraine's defense. Some view it as a territorial dispute, but Ukraine is fighting for its survival against an expansionist dictatorship. Senator Mike Lee opposes involvement, while Senator Mitt Romney sees supporting Ukraine as a wise investment, highlighting the divided position in the Republican party.

In another story, Israeli-American peace activist Hayim Katsman sacrificed his life to protect his neighbor from Hamas terrorists. He courageously took the bullets meant for her, but she was kidnapped and taken to Gaza. Along the way, she managed to save two children. Katsman, a respected peacemaker and scholar, left a lasting impact on many lives before his tragic death. His mother, Hannah Wacholder Katsman, painfully acknowledges the irony of his demise, as he died while hiding in a closet. Despite the agonizing wait for his body's release, she recognizes that her son is just one of the many victims of Hamas.

The Digest, 10/15/2023 @930PM, CDT

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