U.S. Appoints New DHS Secretary, Iran Rebuffs War Talks
The U.S. Senate has confirmed a new Department of Homeland Security secretary, while Iran denies engaging in talks to end the ongoing war, now in its fourth week.
Senate Confirms Mullin as New DHS Secretary
The United States Senate has officially confirmed Markwayne Mullin as the next Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Mullin, a former Republican Senator from Oklahoma, will now take on the critical role of leading the federal agency responsible for national security, border protection, and emergency management.
Mullin's confirmation comes at a pivotal time, as the country grapples with a range of domestic and global security challenges. As the new DHS secretary, he will be tasked with overseeing the department's wide-ranging responsibilities, from combating terrorism and cybercrime to managing disaster response and immigration policy.
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In his confirmation hearings, Mullin emphasized the importance of a comprehensive, data-driven approach to homeland security, pledging to work closely with Congress, state and local authorities, and international partners to address emerging threats and strengthen the nation's resilience.
Iran Denies U.S. Talks to End Ongoing War
Meanwhile, Iran has firmly denied reports that it is engaged in negotiations with the United States to end the ongoing war, now in its fourth week. The conflict, which erupted suddenly and has since escalated rapidly, has drawn international concern and calls for a diplomatic resolution.
In a statement, Iranian officials dismissed the claims of U.S.-Iran talks as
Source: NPR
