What's happened
Republican lawmakers question Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's failure to inform President Biden about his cancer surgery and hospitalisation.
Why it matters
The event raises concerns about communication breakdowns within the US government and the impact on national security.
What the papers say
Al Jazeera highlights Republican criticism of Austin's handling of the situation, while The Independent focuses on the international embarrassment caused. The New York Times emphasizes Austin's apology and the lack of criticism in the Pentagon's review.
How we got here
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin faced criticism for not informing President Biden about his cancer surgery and hospitalisation, leading to a hearing to examine the communication breakdown.
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