Categories Selected Articles Georgia delegation of lawmakers honor Jimmy Carter as he lies in state at US Capitol Post author By Mike Nova Post date January 7, 2025 Members of Congress were among the first who were able to pay their respects at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday as former President Jimmy Carter lies in state. ← Israel’s Defense Ministry announced two significant agreements with Elbit Systems today. The deals include the supply of thousands of heavy bombs to the military and the construction of a new facility dedicated to producing raw materials. This is a huge step towards independence and safety from the reliance on foreign munitions. → U.S. and Saudi Arabia Push for Joseph Aoun as Lebanon’s President The U.S. and Saudi Arabia are working together to back Lebanese army commander Joseph Aoun for president, calling it a “once in thirty-year opportunity” to weaken Hezbollah, according to a former U.S. official speaking to Middle East Eye. U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein has tied Aoun’s election to Saudi Arabia providing hundreds of millions in reconstruction funds, MEE reports. With Lebanon’s economy in collapse and a ceasefire with Israel at risk, officials believe Aoun’s leadership could stabilize the country and reduce Hezbollah’s grip on power. Via: @inside_IL_intel