Appointments news — August 27, 2026

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1. PoliticsAppointmentsMiddle EastIsrael

   Aug 27, 2026, 18:10 UTC

   

   Eisenkot Opposes Palestinian State, Criticizes Two-State Solution

   Gadi Eisenkot, a former Israeli Chief of Staff and current political candidate, reiterates his opposition to the establishment of a Palestinian state. He criticizes the two-state solution, arguing it's unrealistic, strategically wrong, and poses a risk to Israel. Eisenkot believes military power is crucial for Israel's future and laments the lack of diplomatic achievements following military successes.

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2. PoliticsAppointments

   Aug 27, 2026, 17:23 UTC

   

   Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Steps Down

   President Trump's press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, is stepping down after 20 months in the role. Leavitt, 29, is leaving to spend more time with her family but will remain involved with Trump as a senior outside adviser. Her last day is Friday, and responsibilities for White House press briefings will rotate among top administration officials until a replacement is named. Several names have been floated as possible replacements, including CNN's Scott Jennings.

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3. WorldAppointmentsTreatyMiddle East

   Aug 27, 2026, 11:38 UTC

   

   Coalition Forces Withdrawal from Iraq by September 30

   Coalition forces, led by the U.S., are withdrawing from Iraq by September 30, 2021, as announced by Iraqi and coalition officials. The withdrawal includes German forces who have already left Erbil. Post-withdrawal cooperation will focus on intelligence sharing and weapons programs.

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4. U.S.LawAppointmentsPeace

   Aug 27, 2026, 09:07 UTC

   

   Iran's Attacks Cause Billions in Damage to U.S. Intelligence Facilities

   Iranian rocket and drone attacks have caused unprecedented damage to American intelligence and surveillance facilities in the Middle East, surpassing anything previously encountered by U.S. intelligence agencies. The extent of the damage, estimated in billions of dollars, includes destruction to radars, tracking devices, and military bases in Iraq and other countries. The attacks have raised questions about the Pentagon and State Department's ability to provide adequate protection for their facilities and prompted discussions in Congress regarding funding for repairs and resource redistribution.

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5. U.S.AppointmentsPeaceLeadership

   Aug 27, 2026, 04:06 UTC

   

   U.S. Military and Intelligence Chiefs Meet with Trump After CIA Director's Moscow Visit

   U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Kane left the West Wing of the White House after meeting with President Trump. The meeting took place shortly after Ratcliffe's return from Moscow.

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