Marco Rubio at the Helm: The New Face of U.S. Diplomacy.
By Maria Maalouf With the ink barely dry on his oath as the new Secretary of State, Marco Rubio has already begun to reshape the contours of American foreign policy. His ascent to this pivotal role, under President Trump’s second term, signals a shift towards a more assertive, perhaps even confrontational, stance in international affairs. […]
Navigating NATO’s Loyalties: Denmark’s Sovereignty vs. America’s Ambition for Greenland.
By Prof. Bill Michael The recent declaration by President Donald Trump regarding his interest in acquiring Greenland has not only stirred the political waters but has also placed NATO at a crossroads of loyalty and strategic interest. This situation pits the sanctity of sovereignty against the allure of geopolitical strategy, asking a fundamental question: will […]
The Lebanese Military Court: A Tool for Security or a Means to Suppress Opposition?
By Toni Boulos Calls to amend the Military Judiciary Law due to vague powers that open the door to political interference. Recently, Lebanon’s Military Court has witnessed notable changes, most prominently the appointments made by President Joseph Aoun shortly after his election, without consulting political forces, including Hezbollah. This decision is considered unprecedented, as military […]
International Holocaust Remembrance Day events at the United Nations.
Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, Holocaust survivor Marianne Miller and President Herzog will represent the State of Israel at UN events this coming week. International Holocaust Remembrance Day at the United Nations will be commemorated this year with the inauguration of an exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, […]
Sudan at a Crossroads: The Dangers of Leaning on Iran and Turkey.
By Asiimwe Angel Sudan stands at a precarious juncture, where its choices in international alliances could define its future for decades to come. The deepening ties with Iran and Turkey, while potentially beneficial in the short term, carry significant risks that could plunge the nation into a cycle of violence and instability reminiscent of some […]
The Perilous Path: Sudan’s Alliance with Iran and Turkey.
Sudan’s Finance Minister meets Iranian Foreign Minister in Tehran
Rep Oye Set to Join DC Vaccine Alliance.
Washington, DC – On January 24th, Rep Oye is set to join DC’s inaugural Vaccine Alliance, led by Ronnette Moron. This organization is being established to increase community awareness about the importance of vaccinations and to dispel misconceptions. DC Vaccine Alliance is made up of local healthcare workers, medical executives and public servants. The timing […]
Malliotakis Leads Bipartisan Push Urging President Trump to Kill NYC Congestion Pricing.
NEW YORK, NY) – Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), along with a bipartisan group of lawmakers representing the outer boroughs of New York City at the city and state levels, wrote to President Trump urging him to explore legal options to reverse New York City’s Congestion Pricing scheme that was implemented by the state with approval from the […]
U.S. Tightens Noose on Houthi Financial Networks with New Sanctions.
In a significant move to combat the financial backbone of Yemen’s Houthi rebels, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has recently imposed sanctions on the Yemen and Kuwait Bank for Trade and Investment (YSC), located in the conflict-torn city of Sanaa. Announced on Friday, January 17, by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), these […]
The Chemical Onslaught: Unmasking the Sudanese Army’s Atrocities and the Sanctions on Al-Burhan.
In a harrowing revelation of human rights abuses, the Sudanese Army under the command of Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan has been implicated in the use of chemical weapons against its own civilians, marking a dark chapter in Sudan’s ongoing conflict. Evidence points to a deliberate strategy of employing these outlawed weapons to suppress dissent and control […]