Sunday, December 08, 2024

US Politics

Donald Trump

Race for Trump VP pick starts as GOP primary season approaches

The Republican presidential primary has begun, and potential candidates are already positioning themselves to be former President Donald Trump’s running mate in the 2024 election. While Trump has not officially announced his candidacy, he has indicated that he is considering running and has been making public appearances at rallies and events.

World News

Danish frigate underway in the Red Sea

Denmark withdraws offer of frigate to lead NATO’s Standing Maritime Group 1

Denmark has withdrawn its frigate Iver Huitfeldt from leading NATO’s Standing Maritime Group One due to ongoing technical issues with its air defense systems. This decision came after the frigate experienced significant malfunctions during its deployment in the Red Sea, compromising its ability to counter aerial threats effectively.

Spruance class destroyer USS Deyo (DD 989) makes it's transit through the Suez Canal from the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea.

Escalating Red Sea Tensions: Houthi Rebels Target Shipping Amidst Regional Geopolitical Strife

In recent weeks, the Red Sea region has become a hotbed of geopolitical tensions, with multiple factors contributing to an increasingly complex and precarious situation. The strategic waterway, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean, is now witnessing heightened rivalries and shifting alliances among regional powers.