Lebanon’s Parliament elected Nawaf Salam as prime minister, marking a significant shift in power away from Hezbollah, the long-dominant political force in the country. The selection of Mr. Salam, a prominent diplomat and international jurist, comes as Lebanon emerges from a devastating war and grapples with a dire economic crisis. The new government, led by Mr. Salam and newly elected president Joseph Aoun, reflects a realignment of power dynamics in the Middle East, with support from Saudi Arabia and Western countries potentially bringing much-needed funds for reconstruction efforts.
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US aircraft carrier collides with merchant ship in Mediterranean
The USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier collided with the Besiktas-M merchant vessel in the Mediterranean Sea near Port Said, Egypt. The collision did not result in any injuries or flooding on the carrier, and its propulsion plants remain unaffected. The incident is currently under investigation, and the condition of the Besiktas-M was not mentioned in the statement. Full Article
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