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Senator Rubio remains vague about a specific transition plan for Venezuela following the recent political upheaval, emphasizing the importance of stability and U.S. interests, particularly regarding oil reserves, while acknowledging the complexities of Venezuela's political system and the need for a process to establish a new government.
NASA's Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel has expressed concerns about the agency's plans to transition from the International Space Station (ISS) to commercial space stations, citing funding for an ISS deorbit vehicle as a key issue. The panel recommended that NASA develop a comprehensive understanding of the resources and timelines required for the transition, including specific metrics and deadlines for commercial station development. The panel is concerned about the tight schedule for developing commercial stations and the lack of a clear business case, which could pose programmatic and safety risks. Budget concerns also loom over the development of commercial space stations and the funding of the deorbit vehicle, with potential cuts and delays posing challenges. The panel emphasized the need for adequate funding to ensure the safe disposal of the ISS and urged NASA to make critical decisions to address potential budget shortfalls.
Military leaders in Niger, who took power after a coup, have accepted Algerian mediation and a proposed six-month transition plan to resolve the political crisis in the country. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has assigned the Foreign Minister to visit Niger and initiate discussions with all stakeholders. The acceptance of the Algerian initiative is seen as a positive step towards a peaceful resolution of the crisis, which is in the interest of the entire region.
West Africa's regional bloc ECOWAS has rejected a proposal by Niger's military junta for a three-year transition plan to hold elections following the July coup. The bloc's position remains clear: release the toppled President Mohamed Bazoum without preconditions and restore constitutional order promptly.