Around the Horn - March 19, 2025

Host and Show Details

Host: Historian Gerald Horne
Show: Around the Horn, an internationalist news update
Dr. Horne's Latest Book: "African-Americans in a New History of the USA"
Interview on The Deao Podcast by Anthony Ballis
Dr. Horne's Radio Shows: "The Horn Report" on Black Power 96 Radio and "Freedom Now" on KPFK 90.7 FM

French Nuclear Submarine: Docked in Nova Scotia, near the US, sparking rumors amid tensions.
French Politician's Proposal: Suggested US return the Statue of Liberty to France.
US-Canada Trade War: Trade tensions rising with boycotts and tariffs.
Canada's Diplomatic Moves: Canadian PM visited France, considering buying fighter jets from Sweden.
US Historical Context: Strained ties dating back to the 18th century.

South Africa: US sanctions, expulsion of ambassador, seen as a negative example by the US.
Congo: US minerals-for-security deal; historical context of US-Congo relations.
South Sudan and Sudan: Internal conflicts; Uganda's involvement in South Sudan.
Kenya and Rapid Support Forces: Kenya hosting RSF, raising tensions with Sudan.
Eritrea and Ethiopia: Rising tensions, potential conflict resurgence.
Africom: Potential downsizing by Trump, seen as a positive move.

Black Rock Deal: Acquired control over ports, including Panama Canal, angering China.
US Tax on Chinese Vessels: Proposed super tax on Chinese ships entering US ports.

France's Coalition: Potential European involvement in Ukraine, deemed dangerous.

Canada's Need for New Analysis: Suggested tighter relations with Russia and China.
Boycotts and Sanctions: Potential global boycotts against US goods and tourism.
European Troop Deployment in Ukraine: Seen as potentially disastrous without US support.

Revolutionary Pan-Africanism: Emphasis on historical determination and benefit for the people.
Reminder: Free all political prisoners.