The search for the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 is set to resume over 11 years after its disappearance, while the US administration faces backlash over military strikes targeting alleged drug smugglers. The Malaysian transport ministry announced the renewed search will begin on December 30, 2023, coinciding with ongoing political tensions in the United States surrounding the military's actions in the Caribbean.

Search for MH370 Resumes
The Malaysian transport ministry confirmed that the search for flight MH370 will restart on December 30, 2023. The mission will involve the US robotic company Ocean Infinity, which will conduct a seabed search lasting 50 days. Flight MH370 vanished from radar on March 8, 2014, while traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 12 crew members and 227 passengers on board. Despite extensive search efforts, the fate of the aircraft remains unresolved, making it one of aviation's greatest mysteries. Malaysia has indicated a willingness to reopen investigations if new evidence emerges.

US Military Strikes Spark Controversy
In a related international context, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced criticism following a cabinet meeting where he discussed military strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats off the coast of Venezuela. On September 2, 2023, a second strike was ordered, which Hegseth claimed he did not witness, stating he left for another meeting after the first strike. President Donald Trump supported the strikes, asserting that countries manufacturing drugs for the US would be targeted. The administration's actions have drawn ire from Democrats, with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer labeling Hegseth's response as “spineless” and demanding the release of unedited footage of the strikes.

Political Fallout in the US
Trump's cabinet meeting also included controversial remarks targeting Somali Americans, which sparked outrage among elected officials in Minnesota. The president's comments, deemed racist and xenophobic, have further strained relations with various communities and raised concerns about the administration's policies on immigration. Additionally, Trump announced plans to deploy the National Guard to New Orleans at the request of Louisiana's Republican governor, Jeff Landry.

Wrap-up
As the search for MH370 reignites interest in one of aviation's most enduring mysteries, the US military's controversial actions and political rhetoric under the Trump administration continue to provoke debate and criticism. Both stories highlight significant international issues, from unresolved tragedies to the complexities of national defense and community relations.

Sources
theguardian.com

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