President Trump's Praise for the UAE: A Strategic Alliance Strengthened by Leadership and Friendship

 As President Donald Trump gears up for his anticipated visit to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in May, his recent remarks about the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have sparked attention across global diplomatic and political circles. Trump, who has often emphasized the importance of maintaining strong relationships with key Middle Eastern allies, praised the UAE, stating that the country is "very important" and boasting of its "great leader." He also shared a personal anecdote, highlighting his interactions with the UAE’s leadership, mentioning a recent visit from the brother of the UAE leader, describing him as a "wonderful guy" from a "wonderful family." While these words might seem like a gesture of goodwill, they are more than just flattery; they reflect the evolving geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East and the role the UAE plays in fostering stability and promoting regional cooperation. Trump's remarks also come at a time when the ...

Texas reports the first death due to monkeypox in the US

 

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Texas has reported the first death of a person diagnosed with monkeypox in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed 15 deaths worldwide.

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) said that the patient who died due to monkeypox was an adult living in Harris County in the US. John Hellerstedt, DSHS Commissioner, reportedly said, "Monkeypox is a serious disease, particularly for those with weakened immune systems.” He also urged people to take treatment if they have been exposed to monkeypox.

The DSHS also advised people to contact their doctors if they experience fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes and new rash. Reportedly, monkeypox patients develop severe skin rashes on the face and other body parts. They also develop a series of symptoms, including fatigue, headache, inflammation, fever and a sore throat. It can enter the human body through broken skin, the respiratory tract, eyes, nose and mouth.

Reportedly, the CDC has confirmed more than 18,000 cases of the virus across all 50 states. . The monkeypox virus has been spreading mainly in men who have sex with other men. However, anyone can get the virus through close and direct contact with an infected person.

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency on July 23. However, WHO recently revealed that the number of monkeypox cases reported globally dropped by 21 per cent in the last week.

According to the WHO, monkeypox cases in the US accounted for 60 per cent of cases in the past month. Europe comprised about 38 per cent of the monkeypox cases.

Reportedly, most people usually recover from the monkeypox virus within a few weeks without any kind of treatment. However, the virus can be more severe in young children, pregnant women, and individuals who are immunocompromised.

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