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Senate Committee Approves Landmark Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act

In a major legislative milestone, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee has officially approved the Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act. The committee’s endorsement advances the bill further through the legislative process, bringing it closer to a full vote in both chambers...

Lycurgus: The Ancient Greek Lawgiver Who Revolutionized Sparta

Lycurgus, the legendary ancient Greek lawgiver, transformed Sparta into one of history's most disciplined and formidable city-states. Revered as the architect of Spartan society, Lycurgus introduced a revolutionary set of laws that emphasized equality, military excellence, and frugality, reshaping the...

Senate Bill Seeks to Extend Cyprus Arms Embargo Waiver to Five Years

A bipartisan group of senators, led by Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), introduced legislation to extend the arms embargo waiver for the Republic of Cyprus from a one-year to a five-year duration. This move aims to solidify a...

US Senate Confirms Kimberly Guilfoyle as Ambassador to Greece

Kimberly Guilfoyle has received final approval from the US Senate to serve as ambassador to Greece. She was among 48 nominees confirmed in a single 51–47 vote, following a rule change by Senate Republicans designed to shorten debate and accelerate...

Political Gridlock Delays Kimberly Guilfoyle’s Appointment to Greece

The appointment of Kimberly Guilfoyle as the next United States Ambassador to Greece is currently in limbo, despite her recent approval by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. The confirmation process has been stalled by a political standoff in the...

Kimberly Guilfoyle’s Greece Ambassadorship: Full Senate Hearing Statement

Kimberly Guilfoyle, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the US Embassy in Greece, is undergoing her confirmation hearing before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday. With the Republican Party holding a majority on the committee, her approval is widely expected....

Road to Greece: Guilfoyle’s Confirmation Process Begins July 9

Kimberly Guilfoyle, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the US Embassy in Greece, is set to face her confirmation hearing before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on July 9 at 10:00 AM. With the Republican Party holding a majority on...

Greek-American Congressman Chris Pappas Vies for US Senate Seat

Four-term Congressman Chris Pappas of New Hampshire announced his bid Thursday to succeed retiring US Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, a fellow Democrat, next year. “I’m running for Senate because our economy, our democracy, and our way of life are on the...

Trump Eyes Era of Absolute Supremacy as Congress Turns Republican

Donald Trump's sweeping return to the White House and the Republican Party in control of Congress promises a second term without institutional counterweights. Republicans have retaken control of the U.S. Senate after flipping seats in West Virginia, Ohio and Montana....

US Congress Approves $95 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine and Israel

The US Congress has approved a $95bn (£76bn) foreign aid package that includes military support for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The Senate on Tuesday evening backed the measure passed by the US House of Representatives on Saturday. It includes $61bn in...