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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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Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata Praises Marco Rubio’s Nomination as Secretary of State

Washington, D.C. – November 29, 2024 – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata has expressed strong support for President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Senator Marco Rubio to serve as the next Secretary of State, calling the decision “excellent” and vital for U.S. foreign policy. “This is one of the most important positions in the U.S. Government, and Senator […]

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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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Middle East Peace on the Horizon as Trump Prepares for Second Term

Washington, D.C. – As Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House, the world watches with anticipation. The question on everyone’s mind: will Trump’s ambitious Middle East peace plan, famously branded the “Deal of the Century,” be revived and succeed in reshaping the region? With his reputation as an unconventional leader and dealmaker, Trump’s second […]

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Donald Trump’s Peace-Driven Approach to Middle East Policy Evident in Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Deal

There was no doubt that the prospect of the Republican president returning to power pushed both sides to get the agreement done, claimed Trump’s team and allies. November 28, 2024: In a significant development reflecting President-elect Donald Trump’s anticipated Middle East foreign policy, the U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah marks a critical step […]

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Trump’s Merit-First Policy Gathers Momentum as House Votes to End DEI Programs

Washington, D.C. – The House of Representatives has taken a major step toward rolling back federal initiatives promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by passing the “Dismantle DEI Act” (H.R.8706) along party lines. The legislation aligns with President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign promise to eliminate programs that advance critical race theory (CRT) and DEI policies, which […]

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21Wilberforce Appoints New President and Board Members

Washington, DC – 21Wilberforce, a global organization dedicated to advancing religious freedom, has announced in 2024 the appointment of Wissam al-Saliby as its new President. Al-Saliby, a renowned expert in international religious freedom and human rights, brings a wealth of experience to the role and is committed to strengthening the organization’s mission. Speaking about his […]

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RFI’s Miles Windsor Joins Intercultural and Interfaith Dialogue in Prague

Last week the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted an important intercultural and interfaith dialogue at the Czernin Palace in Prague. The topic was “Freedom of Religion or Belief to Build Peace, Counter Islamophobia and Radical Ideologies.” The event was attended by ambassadors, government ministers, religious leaders, academics, and civil society actors from around the world. Moderating […]

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US Ambassador Hosts Reception for Pakistan-US Parliamentary Friendship Group

Islamabad, Pakistan: Following the inaugural meeting of the Pakistan-USA Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG), US Ambassador Donald Blome hosted a reception at his residence for the group members. This gathering served as a platform for informal discussions aimed at strengthening parliamentary ties and promoting positive bilateral relations between the two nations. In a tweet, Member National […]

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USCIRF Holds Virtual Hearing on Non-State Actors and Religious Freedom Violations

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) will convene a virtual hearing on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM ET to address the challenges posed by Entities of Particular Concern (EPCs) to international religious freedom. U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Hearing Addressing Entities of Particular Concern: Non-State Actors and Egregious […]