Author: Steven Sahiounie

Steven Sahiounie, journalist and political commentator When you ask a luxury hotel and casino developer to solve a land issue, you have to expect the solution will be to build a resort. It is not a surprise that an experienced and successful hotel and casino owner like President Donald J. Trump would propose his plan to turn Gaza into a tourist destination. Trump announced his plan for Gaza while standing alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, following their talks about the Gaza ceasefire and Iran. Netanyahu could not stop beaming while listening to the leader of…

Steven Sahiounie, journalist and political commentator On February 6, US President Trump’s deputy special envoy for the Middle East, Morgan Ortagus, met with newly-elected President Joseph Aoun, Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri in Lebanon. The US delivered a strong and clear message that Trump will not tolerate influence of Hezbollah and its ally Amal over the formation of a new government. Salam was tasked more than three weeks ago with forming a government. Salam had allowed them to nominate four out of five Shi’ite ministers in his new cabinet, including the key role of finance minister.…

Slim Chance of Earth Destruction: What Will Happen in 2182? The asteroid known as Apophis is classified as a Near-Earth Object, currently at its closest distance to our planet every six years, approximately 299,000 kilometers away. In the future, Apophis might come even closer, with scientists estimating the odds of an Earth impact in September 2182 at 1 in 2,700. What Would Happen if Apophis Hits Earth? According to a new study based on computer simulations of an impact by an asteroid about 500 meters in diameter like Apophis, the consequences would be devastating. Besides immediate destruction, the study predicts…

Discover a Simple Method to Eliminate Gray Hair Naturally Gray hair is a common issue many face, but there might be hope for naturally preventing this phenomenon without resorting to hair dyes. Scientists from Nagoya University in Japan have announced a potentially revolutionary discovery in hair care. They found that the antioxidant “Luteolin” can halt graying, following experiments conducted on mice. Although human studies have not yet begun, scientists believe this compound could have a similar effect on humans. Luteolin is found in many vegetables such as celery, broccoli, carrots, onions, and peppers, making it easily accessible. Professor Masashi Kato,…

Will US Government Ships Be Allowed to Pass Through the Panama Canal for Free? The geopolitical chessboard around the Panama Canal has seen significant movement with Panama’s President Jose Raul Mulino announcing on Thursday his country’s withdrawal from China’s Belt and Road Initiative. This decision comes just days after hosting U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is pushing to curb Beijing’s influence over this crucial waterway. Mulino, who had previously declared that he would not renew the memorandum of understanding signed with China, stated in a press conference that Panama’s embassy in Beijing “presented the document” which includes “the…

Trump Imposes Sanctions on Ships and Individuals Transporting Iranian Oil to China On Thursday, the United States announced sanctions against individuals and ships involved in transporting Iranian oil to China. The U.S. Treasury Department declared that it had targeted individuals and tankers that assist in shipping millions of barrels of Iranian crude oil to China annually. This move follows President Donald Trump’s earlier commitment to reduce Iranian oil exports to zero, as part of broader efforts to prevent the country from acquiring nuclear weapons. Earlier this week, Trump signed an executive order reinstating the policy of “maximum pressure” on Iran.…

Trump Reveals Why His Relationship with Religion Changed and Calls for Remembering God In a revealing moment at the National Prayer Breakfast, President Donald Trump disclosed the reason behind the transformation of his relationship with religion. On Thursday, Trump shared that his perspective on faith has shifted due to the events he experienced over the past year. According to the Associated Press, Trump’s change in his religious outlook came after he survived two failed assassination attempts last year. Speaking at the Capitol building during the National Prayer Breakfast, Trump urged Americans to “remember God” in their lives. The breakfast, held…

Steven Sahiounie, journalist and political commentator On February 4, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Syria’s newly-appointed President Ahmed al-Sharaa discussed security ties during a meeting in Ankara. The visit marked al-Sharaa’s second international trip since officially becoming Syria’s interim leader, having earlier met Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh. At a joint news conference in Ankara, Erdogan said Turkiye was ready to partner with Syria, particularly when it came to fighting the armed group ISIL (ISIS) and Kurdish militias based in northeast Syria. “I would like to express our satisfaction for the strong commitment my brother…

How US Media Covered Trump’s Plan for Gaza President Donald Trump has shocked the world with his proposal to control Gaza and relocate its entire population, a plan not yet fully fleshed out but seriously discussed by his advisors. Trump’s statements alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dominated American newspaper coverage on Tuesday, delving deep into the implications of this proposal. The New York Times The New York Times labeled the idea of relocating Gaza’s residents as one of the most “audacious” proposals by an American president, suggesting Trump relished Netanyahu’s praise for “thinking outside the box.” However, in terms…

Putin Submits Nuclear Weapons Agreement with Belarus to Duma In a move that could reshape regional security dynamics, President Vladimir Putin has forwarded an agreement with Belarus to the Russian State Duma for ratification concerning the Union State’s security guarantees. Here are the key points from the agreement: Mutual Defense: Russia and Belarus confirm that an armed attack on either member of the Union State is considered an act of aggression against the state as a whole. Nuclear Response: The treaty allows for the use of Russian nuclear weapons in response to conventional attacks on either Russia or Belarus if…