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Atlantic Dialogues 2024: Visionary Leadership Drives Atlantic Cooperation

The Atlantic Dialogues 2024 conference opened on Thursday in Rabat, bringing together global leaders, diplomats, academics, and industry experts to address shared challenges and opportunities within the Atlantic Basin. Sponsored annually by the Policy Center for the New South and held this year at its......

Navigating the Middle Path Prabowo’s Foreign Policy Strategy

When Prabowo Subianto was sworn in as Indonesia’s eighth president in October, one of the immediate questions surrounding his leadership was how his approach to foreign policy would shape the region’s security landscape, especially amid growing tensions between China and the United States.......

Fact-Checking Donald Trump’s Claims on Immigration, Tariffs, and Crime

In a recent interview, United States President-elect Donald Trump reiterated several policy proposals and claims about the economy, immigration, and crime. While his statements reflect his ongoing political agenda, several of his claims have been found to be inaccurate or misleading. Trump discussed......

Biden Considers Preemptive Pardons for US Officials Amid Trump’s Incoming Administration

US President Joe Biden is contemplating the possibility of issuing preemptive pardons for current and former public officials who might become targets of President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming administration. This potential move comes in response to fears of politically motivated retribution as......

The Polarizing Figure of Tulsi Gabbard A Controversial Stance on Foreign Policy and Intelligence

In 2018, a significant moment unfolded within the House Foreign Affairs Committee. A Syrian dissident known by the codename Caesar, who had previously smuggled 55,000 harrowing photographs documenting the brutal conditions in Syrian detention facilities, was set to testify. His testimony was expected......

 Trump's Children Absent from White House Roles in His Second Term

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, a significant shift is evident within his inner circle: his children will not take on formal roles in the White House. This departure marks a stark contrast to his first term, where Ivanka Trump and her husband, Jared Kushner, played prominent......

 French Government Faces No-Confidence Vote Amid Economic Uncertainty

On Wednesday afternoon, the French National Assembly will hold a crucial vote of no confidence against the government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier, as reported by parliamentary sources. The motion, presented by the left-wing alliance, is expected to gain significant support, particularly after the......

A Shift Towards Diplomacy Zelenskyy's Strategy to End the Russia-Ukraine War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has introduced a significant shift in his approach to ending the ongoing conflict with Russia. In recent statements, he emphasized the need for an expedited resolution to the war, potentially deferring the recovery of Russian-occupied territories through diplomatic......

Gaza's Struggle for Ceasefire Amid Shifting Dynamics in the Region

As the uneasy truce between Israel and Hezbollah provides much-needed respite for Lebanon, Palestinians in Gaza are left feeling increasingly isolated. Despite the U.S. pushing for renewed efforts to end the conflict in the Gaza Strip, hopes for a ceasefire in the enclave remain dim. For nearly a year,......

Trump Nominates Kash Patel as FBI Director A Controversial Appointment  

Donald Trump has announced the nomination of Kashyap "Kash" Patel to serve as the director of the FBI, signaling a bold shift in leadership for the federal law enforcement agency. Known for his staunch loyalty to Trump and vocal criticism of the so-called "deep state," Patel is set......

Angela Merkel Reflects on Global Power Dynamics and US Presidents in Memoirs

 In her recently published memoir, Freedom, former German Chancellor Angela Merkel offers a candid look at her 16-year tenure, reflecting on her interactions with global leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump. Merkel, 70, provides......

Trump Proposes Day-One Tariffs on Key Trade Partners: Implications for Global Trade and Diplomacy  

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his intention to implement significant tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China immediately upon assuming office if re-elected. These measures, he asserts, aim to combat illegal immigration, drug smuggling, and trade imbalances. The proposed tariffs mark a......

 GOP Absences in Senate Enable Democrats to Advance Biden's Judicial Picks  

Senate Democrats have made strides in confirming President Joe Biden's judicial nominees, benefiting from Republican absences amidst calls by Donald Trump for a complete GOP blockade on judicial appointments. Despite procedural slowdowns by Senate Republicans, the absence of key GOP senators has......