The U.S. House of Representatives has approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a substantial $1.15 trillion defense spending bill, with a narrow 216-212 vote. This decision, primarily divided along party lines, propels the bill to the Senate for further deliberation. Central to the legislation are provisions for pay increases of 5% to 7% for military personnel and strategic investments to bolster the United...
The United States has entered a pivotal civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, a move that is poised to enhance energy and strategic relations between the two nations. The deal, inked by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, establishes a framework for peaceful nuclear collaboration and includes a bilateral safeguards agreement. While the full details have...
