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Marco Rubio confirmed as U.S. Secretary of State: Implications for U.S.-Algeria relations

In a move that sends shockwaves through Algeria, Marco Rubio, one of the most vocal critics of the country in the United States, has been unanimously confirmed as Secretary of State by the Senate. A Cuban-American Republican known for his strong stances on international policy, Rubio is the first member......

Senate Confirmation Hearings for Trump's Administration

The United States Senate has commenced confirmation hearings for key members of Donald Trump’s upcoming administration, a process that will span several weeks. These hearings are a constitutional requirement, with various Senate committees holding the responsibility. The Republican Party holds......

Pete Hegseth Faces Intense Scrutiny but Gains Key Support in Defense Secretary Hearing

WASHINGTON, Jan 14 – Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's controversial nominee for Secretary of Defense, endured pointed questioning from Democrats during his confirmation hearing but emerged largely unscathed among Republican senators. Concerns were raised about his lack of experience,......

Trump's Cabinet Picks Face Uncertainty as Senate Prepares for Confirmation Battles

The confirmation process for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees remains uncertain as Republican senators prepare to take the Senate majority. Diverging opinions within the GOP and the contentious nature of some nominees are contributing to an unpredictable path forward. Divided GOP......

US Government Avoids Shutdown After Last-Minute Spending Deal

The US government narrowly avoided a potential shutdown after lawmakers reached an eleventh-hour agreement on a funding bill. The failure to secure a deal would have resulted in missed paychecks for federal employees just before the holiday season, disrupting public services nationwide. Tensions over......

Chilean Senate Endorses Morocco's Autonomy Plan for Sahara

The Chilean Senate has officially expressed support for Morocco's autonomy initiative in Sahara, signaling a pivotal shift in Chile’s stance on the territorial dispute. Senator Francisco Chauan, a key figure in this development, announced the resolution during the Future Conference held in......

 Strengthening Defence Ties The Philippines and Japan Ratify Reciprocal Access Agreement

In a significant move aimed at enhancing regional security, the Philippines has officially ratified a new defence pact with Japan, allowing each nation’s military to deploy forces on each other’s soil. This agreement, which comes amid rising tensions in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly......

Trump's Support for Pete Hegseth Navigating Controversies Amid Pentagon Nomination

United States President-elect Donald Trump has reaffirmed his support for Pete Hegseth, his controversial nominee for Secretary of Defense. Despite mounting allegations and questions surrounding Hegseth’s suitability for the role, Trump remains steadfast, portraying the former combat veteran and......

Saudi Arabia Shifts Focus from US Defense Treaty to Modest Military Cooperation Amid Israel Stalemate

Saudi Arabia has abandoned its pursuit of an ambitious U.S. defense treaty that would have linked its normalization of relations with Israel. Instead, Riyadh is now seeking a more limited military cooperation agreement with Washington, as diplomatic efforts evolve in the face of ongoing tensions in the......