Over half a dozen local police departments in the Washington, D.C., area have chosen not to assist the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) with security for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025.
The United Kingdom has announced the delivery of a newly developed air defense system to Ukraine, designed to bolster the country’s ability to protect its cities from aerial attacks. Dubbed the "Gravehawk," the system adapts existing air-to-air missiles for ground-launch use and will be operational this year, according to UK officials.
In an interview on MSNBC’s The Last Word Thursday, President Joe Biden stated he began urging Israeli leaders to minimize civilian casualties in their response to Hamas shortly after the October 7 terrorist attacks. Biden recounted discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to Israel about 10 days after the attacks.
Greenland Prime Minister Múte Egede emphasized Greenland’s desire for greater cooperation with the United States in Arctic defense and mineral investments during an interview on Fox News Channel’s Special Report. While reiterating Greenland’s independence, Egede highlighted the importance of a strong U.S.-Greenland partnership to address security and economic opportunities.
"On Religious Freedom Day ... we commemorate the ... anniversary of the passing of a State law that has shaped and secured our cherished legacy of religious...
Texas State Senator Tan Parker, R-Flower Mound, has introduced Senate Bill 780 to establish a dedicated Homeland Security division within the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). The division aims to enhance Texas’ ability to address homeland security threats through a coordinated, multi-agency approach.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer made a surprise visit to Kyiv on Thursday, where he announced a landmark 100-year military and economic alliance with Ukraine. Starmer described the agreement as a symbol of the “unbreakable bond” between the two nations, aimed at fostering long-term support for Ukraine and enhancing bilateral cooperation in defense, trade, and cultural initiatives.
Ayman Mohyeldin of MSNBC has raised concerns over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s motivations in securing a recent ceasefire and hostage release agreement. On the network’s “Alex Wagner Tonight,” Mohyeldin suggested that Netanyahu may have delayed the deal intentionally, positioning it for strategic leverage with the Trump administration, rather than aiding U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris in building political momentum during an election year.
