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Lebanon's presidential frontrunner Joseph Aoun, respected army chief

Lebanese army chief Joseph Aoun, the frontrunner in Thursday's vote for president, is a political neophyte but is expected to benefit from his position as head of one of the country's most respected institutions. Aoun "has a reputation of personal integrity", said Karim Bitar, an international relations expert at Beirut's Saint-Joseph University. 'Relations with everyone' Mohanad Hage Ali, from the …

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Spain’s prime minister joins foreign leaders concerned with Musk’s interest in European politics

Associated Press

MADRID — Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez criticized Elon Musk on Wednesday as he joined European leaders who are are voicing concerns that the immensely wealthy backer of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is trying to influence politics across the Atlantic. He also said the movement was backing a far-right party in Germany that he described as “inheritors of Nazism.” Via …

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GB News backer Sir Paul Marshall’s hedge fund sees yearly profits slide

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'A pretty big one': CNN hits Trump backer over Elon Musk's 'conflict of interest'

Raw Story

Chris Sununu dismissed billionaire Elon Musk's influence with President-elect Donald Trump despite his government contracts by insisting "everyone has a conflict of interest." "And he has outsiders, and in as much as people say, well, Elon is a billionaire outsider first, I don't mind that they're billionaires," the Republican governor explained. CNN host Dana Bash interrupted: "One of the criticisms …

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1 week, 6 days ago

The epic mess at TGI Fridays

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“We can no longer, in good faith, continue to be employed by the company and risk our own personal liability for the company’s further operations and obligations," the four executives wrote in a letter to the board, a copy of which was viewed by The Wall Street Journal. A Texas bankruptcy court will now decide aspects of TGI Friday’s fate, …

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Former GOP chair suggests Musk is steamrolling ‘too old’ Trump

The Independent

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Trump backs Johnson amid calls for his ouster over shutdown debacle

The Independent

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy President-elect Donald Trump isn’t joining calls from some in his …

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Elon Musk considers funding Nigel Farage's populist party, a move that could shake up UK politics

The Independent

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Taken this week at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, the image suggested that Musk, a …

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Elon Musk considers funding Nigel Farage’s populist party, a move that could shake up UK politics

Associated Press

LONDON — It’s a photo that sent a tremor through British politics: Elon Musk flanked by British politician Nigel Farage and a wealthy backer, in front of a gilt-framed painting of a young Donald Trump. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s spokesman Dave Pares said Wednesday that work is already underway to “reinforce existing safeguards” against “impermissible proxy donations.” Both the Labour …

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Elon Musk considers funding Nigel Farage’s populist party, a move that could shake up U.K. politics

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It’s a photo that sent a tremor through British politics: Elon Musk flanked by British politician Nigel Farage and a wealthy backer, in front of a gilt-framed painting of a young Donald Trump. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s spokesman Dave Pares said Wednesday that work is already underway to “reinforce existing safeguards” against “impermissible proxy donations.” Both the Labor government and …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Top diplomats from U.S., Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria’s transition

The Hindu

Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League and Turkey met in Jordan on Saturday to discuss how to assist Syria ’s transition after the fall of Bashar Assad's government a week ago. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said American officials have been in direct contact with the Syrian insurgent group that led the overthrow of Assad’s government, …

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NATO chief warns that Putin wants long-term confrontation with Europe after Ukraine

Associated Press

BRUSSELS — NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned on Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to “wipe Ukraine off the map” and could come after other parts of Europe next, as he urged Europeans to press their governments to ramp up defense spending. Rutte noted that defense spending has risen sharply in Europe, with 23 allies expected to reach …

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UN General Assembly to vote on 'unconditional' Gaza ceasefire resolution amid ongoing conflict

Firstpost

The resolution, which is non-binding, also demands ‘immediate access’ to widespread humanitarian aid for the citizens of Gaza, who have been subjected to more than a year of war with Israel, especially in the besieged north of the territory The UN General Assembly will vote Wednesday on a draft resolution that seeks an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, a symbolic gesture …

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Israel hits Syria with over 350 airstrikes; claims Syrian navy ‘destroyed’

The Hindu

Israel carried out a wave of heavy airstrikes across Syria as its troops advanced deeper into the country, a Syrian opposition war monitor said Tuesday, and the Israeli Defence Minister announced that his forces had destroyed Syria’s navy. Speaking at a navy base in Haifa, Mr. Katz said the Army will create a “defence zone free of weapons and terrorist …

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DC Edit | Assad regime's fall in Syria changes Mideast dynamics

Deccan Chronicle

In a trice everything changed in Syria as the 50-year rule of the Assad family ended and the government collapsed, caving in to a lightning offensive of the rebels. The power equations in one of the world’s hottest of hot spots changed instantly with President Bashar al-Assad fleeing the country and leaving the superpowers and regional powers with an interest …

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Syrian Govt Collapses, Ending 50-Year Assad Rule

Deccan Chronicle

Beirut: The Syrian government appeared to have fallen early Sunday in a stunning end to the 50-year rule of the Assad family after a lightning rebel offensive. The head of a Syrian opposition war monitor said President Bashar Assad had left the country for an undisclosed location, fleeing ahead of insurgents who said they had entered Damascus after a remarkably …

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Syria war – latest: Assad regime toppled as rebel fighters seize control of Damascus

The Independent

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Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

Associated Press

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China sent 14 warships, seven military aircraft and four balloons near Taiwan between Saturday and Sunday, according to Taiwan’s Defense Ministry, as Beijing ramps up pressure on the island it claims as its own. China’s military activities come amid speculation Beijing might organize military drills around the island in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s recent visit …

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Assad fled Syria ahead of rebels entering Damascus

Deccan Chronicle

The head of a Syrian opposition war monitor said early Sunday that President Bashar Assad left the country for an undisclosed location, fleeing ahead of insurgents who said they had entered Damascus after a stunning advance across the country.The events suggested that the end of Assad's regime could be imminent after his bloody 14-year struggle to hold onto control as …

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Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

LA Times

China sent 14 warships, seven military aircraft and four balloons near Taiwan between Saturday and Sunday, according to Taiwan’s Defense Ministry, as Beijing ramps up pressure on the island it claims as its own. China’s military activities come amid speculation Beijing might organize military drills around the island in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s recent visit to Pacific allies, …

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Rudy Giuliani’s ‘girlfriend’ sues Trump crony for ‘humiliating’ her on disgraced ex-NYC mayor’s radio show

The Independent

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Has the Syria situation created a weak spot for Iran, Hezbollah in West Asia? US envoy says...

Firstpost

Iran has been a backer of Assad in Syria’s long civil war, sending allied forces including Hezbollah and Iraqi militias to bolster the Syrian military. US envoy Amos Hochstein said the situation in Syria, where rebels are pressing a rapid advance that is threatening President Bashar al-Assad’s grip on power, was creating a new weakness for militant Lebanese group Hezbollah …

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Syrian Government Falls In Stunning End To 50-Year Rule Of Assad Family

Huff Post

In a picture released on January 20, 2014, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad speaks during an interview with AFP at the presidential palace in Damascus on the weekend. The man who read the statement said the Operations Room to Conquer Damascus, an opposition group, called on all opposition fighters and citizens to preserve state institutions of “the free Syrian state.” The …

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Elon Musk Spent $270 Million to Support Trump’s Presidency

Deccan Chronicle

Tech billionaire Elon Musk spent at least $270 million to help Donald Trump win the US presidency, according to new federal filings, making him the country's biggest political donor.SpaceX and Tesla CEO Musk, the world's richest person, was an ardent supporter of Trump's White House campaign -- funneling money into door knocking operations and speaking at his rallies.His financial backing, …

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Lebanon's presidential frontrunner Joseph Aoun, respected army chief

Spain’s prime minister joins foreign leaders concerned with Musk’s interest in European politics

GB News backer Sir Paul Marshall’s hedge fund sees yearly profits slide

'A pretty big one': CNN hits Trump backer over Elon Musk's 'conflict of interest'

The epic mess at TGI Fridays

Former GOP chair suggests Musk is steamrolling ‘too old’ Trump

Trump backs Johnson amid calls for his ouster over shutdown debacle

Elon Musk considers funding Nigel Farage's populist party, a move that could shake up UK politics

Elon Musk considers funding Nigel Farage’s populist party, a move that could shake up UK politics

Elon Musk considers funding Nigel Farage’s populist party, a move that could shake up U.K. politics

Top diplomats from U.S., Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria’s transition

NATO chief warns that Putin wants long-term confrontation with Europe after Ukraine

UN General Assembly to vote on 'unconditional' Gaza ceasefire resolution amid ongoing conflict

Israel hits Syria with over 350 airstrikes; claims Syrian navy ‘destroyed’

DC Edit | Assad regime's fall in Syria changes Mideast dynamics

Syrian Govt Collapses, Ending 50-Year Assad Rule

Syria war – latest: Assad regime toppled as rebel fighters seize control of Damascus

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

Assad fled Syria ahead of rebels entering Damascus

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

Rudy Giuliani’s ‘girlfriend’ sues Trump crony for ‘humiliating’ her on disgraced ex-NYC mayor’s radio show

Has the Syria situation created a weak spot for Iran, Hezbollah in West Asia? US envoy says...

Syrian Government Falls In Stunning End To 50-Year Rule Of Assad Family

Elon Musk Spent $270 Million to Support Trump’s Presidency