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The U.S. Senate on Tuesday backed President Joe Biden's nominee, former Treasury Secretary Jack Lew, to be the next U.S. ambassador to Israel, despite Republican objections over his past dealings with Iran.

The U.S. on Tuesday imposed a form of sanctions on Myanma Oil and Gas Enterprise (MOGE), the U.S. Treasury Department said…

THE Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) should unite against increasing Chinese interference and coercion, a US senator said amid the deepening maritime conflict between the Philippines and China.

Jacob Lew, a treasury secretary under President Barack Obama, was confirmed 53-43. -photo

Jacob Lew, a treasury secretary under President Barack Obama, was confirmed 53-43. -photo

Jacob Lew, a treasury secretary under President Barack Obama, was confirmed 53-43. -photo

Jacob Lew, a treasury secretary under President Barack Obama, was confirmed 53-43. -photo

A quick story about a beautiful hike, dried-out streams and power lines.

The Senate has confirmed Jacob Lew as ambassador to Israel, filling the key diplomatic post as the country is fighting a war with Hamas. Lew, a treasury secretary under President Barack Obama, was confirmed 53-43. President Joe Biden nominated Lew, who goes by Jack, last month to fill the post left vacant when Tom Nides left as ambassador in July.

Mr Lew, 68, is a career politician from a Jewish family who has served under multiple presidents.