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In an unexpected move, Donald Trump has nominated Sean Duffy, a former congressman from Wisconsin, to take on the role of transportation secretary. This key position entails overseeing a vast federal budget dedicated to infrastructure projects and transit rules. As the newly minted Republican administration gears up to implement sweeping cuts to federal spending, Trump took a moment to commend Duffy for his track record in Congress, emphasizing his commitment to "fiscal responsibility." Yet, there's more at play here; under…

President Joe Biden's recent endorsement allowing Ukraine to launch strikes into Russian territory using American-provided long-range missiles might just be a pivotal moment for Kyiv, according to Andriy Sybiga, Ukraine's foreign minister. Mr. Sybiga expressed, “This could indeed change the game. The more Ukraine can reach out and hit, the quicker this war will come to an end,” during a press briefing that took place just ahead of a UN Security Council meeting commemorating 1,000 days since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He…

An airstrike conducted by Israel has tragically resulted in the deaths of five individuals in central Beirut, according to Lebanon's Ministry of Health. This marks the second consecutive day that Israel has targeted locations in the capital, ramping up its offensive against Hezbollah, a militant group backed by Iran. In the Zaouk al-Blat neighborhood, dense with population, towering smoke was observed rising from the site of the strike. The attack occurred not far from the core of central Beirut, where the Lebanese…

In a significant development, Venezuelan authorities have released 225 individuals who were apprehended during the tumultuous anti-government protests that erupted following the contentious presidential elections held on July 28. This information was disclosed by Attorney General Tarek Saab in an official announcement. According to Saab, the decision to grant freedom to these individuals stemmed from newly uncovered evidence by prosecutors. The announcement detailed, “Between the afternoon of November 15 and November 16, we…

In a significant shift, the United States has authorized Ukraine to utilize American-made weaponry, including ATACMS rockets with an impressive range of up to 306 kilometers, to launch strikes deep into Russian territory, as confirmed by two US officials and a knowledgeable source. President Vladimir Putin remarked in September that this decision implies "the direct involvement of NATO countries" in the ongoing conflict. Take a look at some weapon systems that Western nations initially hesitated to provide Ukraine, only…

Nearly 100 trucks filled with essential food supplies for Palestinians were subjected to brutal looting shortly after they entered Gaza, marking a significant loss during 13 months of ongoing conflict. This incident highlights the growing dire circumstances as hunger escalates, as reported by two UN agencies. The convoy, consisting of aid provided by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and the World Food Programme (WFP), was ordered by Israeli officials to take an uncharted route from the Kerem Shalom border…

High-ranking Russian officials are expressing outrage over claims that President Joe Biden has given Ukraine the green light to utilize long-range missiles, specifically provided by the U.S., to target locations deep within Russian territory. This marks a potential pivot in U.S. policy regarding the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, although no official confirmation of such a decision has been made. Maria Butina, a member of the Russian parliament, warned that this move could catapult us toward World War III. "I genuinely…

As nations find themselves in a stalemate at the ongoing UN climate talks, there are rising hopes that the G20 leaders gathering thousands of miles away may spark vital support for a resolution aimed at aiding developing nations. Stranded halfway through a two-week-long negotiation period housed in a vast arena in Azerbaijan, diplomats are struggling to inch closer to an agreement that could ultimately decide the fate of COP29. The government ministers diving into discussions in Baku are racing against the clock, with a…

In a notable shift in policy, President Joe Biden’s administration has given Ukraine the green light to deploy American-made weaponry for targeted strikes deep within Russian territory. This information has surfaced through two U.S. officials and a source familiar with the decision, marking a significant pivot in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict. According to these sources, Ukraine is gearing up to perform its inaugural long-range strikes in the very near future, although specific details remain undisclosed for security…

This afternoon, the head of Georgia's Election Commission found himself in quite a bizarre predicament—drenched in paint just as he was set to announce the final outcomes from last month’s parliamentary elections. Giorgi Kalandarishvili was the unintended target of a paint bombardment from David Kirtadze, a representative of the opposition party, during a meeting in Tbilisi meant for the electoral body. The audacious act took place at a gathering involving election commission officials and delegates from every party that…