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The Future of Middle East Diplomacy: Republicans Rally Around the Abraham Accords

Republicans Celebrate Abraham Accords Anniversary, Criticize Democrats for Stalling Progress WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Tuesday night, an event at the U.S. Capitol marked the fourth anniversary of the Abraham Accords, historic agreements that normalized relations between Israel and several Arab states. According to the report published on the JNS, though the event was meant to […]

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Opinion: Expanding the Abraham Accords to Central Asia Could Cement Trump’s Legacy

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, some of his foreign policy advocates are urging him to expand one of his most significant achievements: the Abraham Accords. In a recent opinion piece for Newsweek, Joseph Epstein argued that Trump should seize the opportunity to include Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan—three Muslim-majority, post-Soviet […]

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Trump’s Cabinet Picks Reflect an Unusual Diversity of American Religious Life

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump’s latest cabinet selections are as notable for their religious diversity as their political significance. From pastors to Catholic converts and even a Hindu, Trump’s team showcases a spectrum of spiritual affiliations that mirrors the evolving religious landscape of the United States. Among the nominees is hedge fund manager Scott Bessent, […]

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Hopes Rise for Indonesia’s Inclusion in Abraham Accords Under Trump Presidency

With President-elect Donald Trump set to assume office next month, optimism is growing for the expansion of the Abraham Accords, including the potential normalization of relations between Israel and Indonesia. Daniel J. Samet, writing for the Atlantic Council, underscores the strategic and economic benefits such a development could bring. The incoming Trump administration could play […]

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Editorial

Adam Boehler: From Abraham Accords to Hostage Affairs

Two days after President-elect Donald Trump said there will be “hell to pay” if Hamas does not release the hostages it has held since attacking Israel last year, Trump announced on Wednesday that Adam Boehler will be his special presidential envoy for hostage affairs.  Washington, D.C. – President-elect Donald Trump announced on Wednesday the appointment […]

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Donald Trump’s Resounding 2024 Victory Sparks Renewed Criticism of Legacy Media

In a shocking turn of events, Donald Trump has not only won the 2024 presidential election but did so in a decisive manner, capturing all seven key swing states and securing the popular vote with a margin of nearly 2.5 million votes. The results have prompted a wave of criticism directed at legacy media outlets […]

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Editorial

Donald Trump and the Middle East: Expanding the Legacy of the Abraham Accords

Donald Trump’s Vision for Middle East Peace Sees Renewed Optimism With Donald J. Trump poised to return to the White House as President-elect, global attention is refocusing on his ambitious Middle East peace agenda. Building on the historic Abraham Accords, signed during his first term, there is renewed hope that Trump’s leadership will expand these […]

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Editorial

God, Country, and Community: Russell Vought’s Christian Nationalist Vision for America

Washington, D.C. – President-elect Donald Trump has named Russ Vought, a staunch advocate for shrinking federal government power and longtime ally, as his White House budget director. Vought, who held the same role during Trump’s first term, is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing an ambitious agenda outlined in the conservative Project 2025 […]

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Uniting Faith Voters: Trump’s Cabinet Balances Catholic and Evangelical Influences

Washington, D.C. – As President-elect Donald Trump unveils his proposed administration for his second term, an intriguing trend has emerged: a strong representation of Catholics among his high-profile nominees. Despite Trump’s close ties with evangelical Christians, the prominence of Catholic appointees is capturing significant attention and signaling a strategic alignment with key voting blocs. According […]

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Trump’s Influence Shifts Global Politics Toward Peace

As Donald Trump prepares to assume office in January, the landscape of international politics is undergoing a dramatic shift. Once unwavering belligerents are now reconsidering their positions, with calls for peace emerging from unexpected quarters. Hamas, which recently pledged resistance until the end, is now signaling a desire for a ceasefire. Similarly, Iran, long a […]