Michael DiMino, a former career CIA military analyst and counterterrorism officer, has been sworn in as the Pentagon’s top official for Middle East policy.The Pentagon made the announcement on Tuesday. Robert Salesses is currently serving as the Pentagon chief in an acting capacity while Pete Hegseth, President Donald Trump’s nominee, awaits Senate confirmation.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.DiMino has worked on national security files from the Middle East to Africa and Asia, and he has served abroad for different assignments as well as at the CIA headquarters. He has also served as a consultant to the Pentagon on the Russia-Ukraine war.He has a bachelor’s degree from the American University and a master's degree from Johns Hopkins University.Read more: Trump expected to name Joel Rayburn as top US diplomat for Middle East