A look at what’s in the $95 billion foreign aid package passed by the House
8 months ago

A look at what’s in the $95 billion foreign aid package passed by the House

Associated Press  

A look at what’s in the $95 billion package passed by the House on Saturday that will provide military aid to Ukraine and Israel, replenish U.S. weapons systems and give humanitarian assistance to civilians in Gaza. Ukraine would receive more than $9 billion of economic assistance in the form of “forgivable loans.” About $26 billion for supporting Israel and providing humanitarian relief for people in Gaza. More than $9 billion of the total would go toward humanitarian assistance in Gaza amid the Israel-Hamas war. More than $3.3 billion would go toward submarine infrastructure and development, with an additional $1.9 billion to replenish U.S. weapons provided to Taiwan and other regional allies.

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US lawmakers urge Biden administration to halt offensive weapons to Israel
6 days, 18 hours ago

US lawmakers urge Biden administration to halt offensive weapons to Israel

Al Jazeera  

Twenty Democrats call for upholding US laws that prohibit arming countries that block humanitarian assistance. Washington, DC – Twenty Democratic legislators in the United States have urged the administration of President Joe Biden to halt the transfer of offensive weapons to Israel, noting that the Israeli government has not complied with US demands for more aid to enter Gaza. It …

US unveils $500m military aid for Ukraine as Russia closes in on key city
1 week, 4 days ago

US unveils $500m military aid for Ukraine as Russia closes in on key city

Al Jazeera  

Outgoing Biden administration eager to fast-track more packages before aid-sceptic Trump takes office early next year. The United States will give $500m in military aid to Ukraine as part of an 11th-hour push by outgoing President Joe Biden to bolster the country’s defences before he leaves office early next year. Russian attacks continue In parallel, Ukraine’s air force reported on …

Biden is rushing aid to Ukraine. Both sides are digging in. And everyone is bracing for Trump
2 weeks ago

Biden is rushing aid to Ukraine. Both sides are digging in. And everyone is bracing for Trump

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The grinding war between Ukraine and its Russian invaders has escalated ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration, with President Joe Biden rushing out billions of dollars more in military aid before U.S. support for Kyiv’s defenses is thrown into question under the new administration. The Treasury Department said Tuesday it would disburse $20 billion — the U.S. portion of …

Pentagon unveils new $988 million aid package for Ukraine, features drones and artillery systems
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Pentagon unveils new $988 million aid package for Ukraine, features drones and artillery systems

Firstpost  

The package features drones, ammunition for precision HIMARS rocket launchers, and equipment and spare parts for artillery systems, tanks and armored vehicles, the Pentagon said in a statement The United States on Saturday announced a new $988 million security assistance package for Ukraine as Washington races to provide aid to Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. The package features …

U.S. Announces Nearly $1 Billion More In Longer-Term Weapons Support For Ukraine
2 weeks, 2 days ago

U.S. Announces Nearly $1 Billion More In Longer-Term Weapons Support For Ukraine

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING SIMI VALLEY, Calif. — The United States will provide nearly $1 billion more in longer-term weapons support to Ukraine, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Saturday as the Biden administration rushes to spend all the congressionally approved money it has left to bolster Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes office next month. We all want… pic.twitter.com/eKMtuhp2ZI — Volodymyr …

US announces nearly $1 billion more in longer-term weapons support for Ukraine
2 weeks, 2 days ago

US announces nearly $1 billion more in longer-term weapons support for Ukraine

Associated Press  

SIMI VALLEY, Calif. — The United States will provide nearly $1 billion more in longer-term weapons support to Ukraine, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Saturday as the Biden administration rushes to spend all the congressionally approved money it has left to bolster Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes office next month. Austin said he was “confident that President Reagan would …

Biden administration unveils new $988m US military aid package for Ukraine
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Biden administration unveils new $988m US military aid package for Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

In the waning days of his presidency, Biden seeks to bolster Ukraine’s defences amid its years-long fight against Russia’s invasion. The Biden administration has largely been using “presidential drawdown authority” to withdraw excess defence materials from US stockpiles and transfer them to Ukraine, without congressional approval. But Saturday’s $988m package comes instead from the $2.21bn remaining in the Ukraine Security …

Before Trump comes in, Biden sends $725 mn more in arms to Ukraine
3 weeks ago

Before Trump comes in, Biden sends $725 mn more in arms to Ukraine

Firstpost  

As President-elect Donald Trump is indicated to pull the plug on the aid to Ukraine, outgoing President Joe Biden is maximising the flow of aid to Ukraine in his final weeks of office In the latest such tranche, the Biden administration announced on Monday that it’s sending an aid package worth $725 million to Ukraine. The Biden administration’s efforts are …

Biden trying to ‘put Ukraine in the strongest possible position’ with new aid package, White House says
3 weeks ago

Biden trying to ‘put Ukraine in the strongest possible position’ with new aid package, White House says

CNN  

CNN — The Biden administration is rushing assistance to Ukraine in an effort to put Kyiv “in the strongest possible position” as Russia steps up its attacks and President Joe Biden prepares to leave office in less than two months. “Today, we are announcing a $725 million security assistance package for Ukraine, which includes substantial quantities of artillery, rockets, and …

Ahead of Trump's inauguration, Biden readying $725 million arms aid package for Ukraine: Report
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Ahead of Trump's inauguration, Biden readying $725 million arms aid package for Ukraine: Report

Firstpost  

Ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, outgoing President Joe Biden is preparing a $725 million arms aid package for Ukraine, including anti-tank weapons, drones, Stinger missiles, and cluster munitions US President Joe Biden’s administration is preparing a $725 million weapons package for Ukraine, two US officials said on Wednesday, as the outgoing president seeks to bolster the government in …

Pentagon unlikely to use all of the billions Congress authorized it to spend on Ukraine weapons before Biden leaves office, officials say
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pentagon unlikely to use all of the billions Congress authorized it to spend on Ukraine weapons before Biden leaves office, officials say

CNN  

CNN — The Pentagon is unlikely to use all of the billions of dollars authorized by Congress to arm Ukraine before President Joe Biden leaves office, according to two US officials and three defense officials. In the time the administration has left, one defense official said the size of the individual military aid packages is likely to increase but acknowledged …

US says it will not limit Israel arms transfers after some improvements in flow of aid to Gaza
1 month, 1 week ago

US says it will not limit Israel arms transfers after some improvements in flow of aid to Gaza

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration said Tuesday that Israel has made some good but limited progress in increasing the flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza and will not limit arms transfers to Israel as it had threatened to a month ago if the situation had not improved. “We want to see the totality of the humanitarian situation improve, and we …

US won't limit weapon sales after aid groups say Israel missed deadline to boost Gaza humanitarian aid
1 month, 1 week ago

US won't limit weapon sales after aid groups say Israel missed deadline to boost Gaza humanitarian aid

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: The Biden administration says Israel has made good but limited progress in increasing the flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza, and it will not limit arms transfers to Israel as it had threatened to a month ago if the situation had not improved. However, international aid organisations say Israel has failed to meet US demands to allow greater humanitarian …

As the world waits for Trump, time runs out for Biden to help Ukraine
1 month, 2 weeks ago

As the world waits for Trump, time runs out for Biden to help Ukraine

Politico  

“We have been sending whatever industry can produce each month, but the problem is you can only send these things as they are produced,” said Mark Cancian, a former DOD budget official now at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. “The administration could dip into the stockpiles and send equipment more quickly, but it’s unclear the Pentagon would want …

Hunger experts say the risk of famine in Gaza remains high
2 months, 1 week ago

Hunger experts say the risk of famine in Gaza remains high

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In a statement announcing a …

U.S. Warns Israel To Boost Humanitarian Aid Into Gaza Or Risk Weapons Funding
2 months, 1 week ago

U.S. Warns Israel To Boost Humanitarian Aid Into Gaza Or Risk Weapons Funding

Huff Post  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks at a press conference during the 44th and 45th Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summits in Vientiane on October 11, 2024. TANG CHHIN SOTHY via Getty Images WASHINGTON — The Biden administration has warned Israel that it must increase the amount of humanitarian aid it is allowing into Gaza within the next 30 …

US spends a record $17.9 billion on military aid to Israel since last Oct. 7
2 months, 2 weeks ago

US spends a record $17.9 billion on military aid to Israel since last Oct. 7

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The United States has spent …

Biden announces 'surge' in Ukraine military assistance
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden announces 'surge' in Ukraine military assistance

The Hindu  

U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Thursday a "surge" in assistance to Ukraine including nearly $8 billion in military aid and new long-range munitions ahead of a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Mr. Zelenskyy was due to present his "victory plan" in meetings with Mr. Biden and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday in Washington, where the U.S. …

The US is giving Ukraine billions more in weapons. Here's how they will help
2 months, 3 weeks ago

The US is giving Ukraine billions more in weapons. Here's how they will help

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Biden administration's latest infusion …

The U.S. is giving Ukraine billions more in weapons. Here’s how they will help
2 months, 4 weeks ago

The U.S. is giving Ukraine billions more in weapons. Here’s how they will help

LA Times  

President Biden meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday. Trump argued that Ukraine should have made concessions to Russian President Vladimir Putin in the months before Russia’s February 2022 invasion, declaring that even “the worst deal would’ve been better than what we have now.” Trump, who has long been critical of …

US expected to announce billions in Ukraine aid after Congress fails to include extension in stopgap government funding bill
3 months ago

US expected to announce billions in Ukraine aid after Congress fails to include extension in stopgap government funding bill

CNN  

CNN — The US plans to announce billions of dollars for Ukraine in the coming days, committing the funding before it expires after Congress failed to include an extension for the aid in its stopgap measure to keep the government open, according to two defense officials and several congressional sources. The plan requires the administration to obligate the funds to …

US report found that Israel blocked Gaza aid, but the Biden administration kept weapons flowing
3 months ago

US report found that Israel blocked Gaza aid, but the Biden administration kept weapons flowing

Salon  

ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Days later, on May 10, Blinken delivered a carefully worded statement to Congress that said, “We do not currently assess that the Israeli government is prohibiting or otherwise restricting the transport or delivery of U.S. humanitarian assistance.” Prior to his report, USAID had sent Blinken a detailed 17-page memo on Israel’s conduct. USAID, …

Israel Blocking Over 80% Of Food Assistance Into A Starving Gaza, Aid Groups Say
3 months ago

Israel Blocking Over 80% Of Food Assistance Into A Starving Gaza, Aid Groups Say

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Israel is blocking more than 80% of food deliveries from entering a starving Gaza, according to data compiled by more than a dozen humanitarian groups warning of the dire consequences of the military’s almost year-long siege on the Palestinian territory. Alongside Israel’s nonstop bombing that has flattened entire neighborhoods and shredded Palestinian bodies, the ongoing obstruction of …

US military aid packages to Ukraine shrink amid concerns over Pentagon stockpiles
3 months, 1 week ago

US military aid packages to Ukraine shrink amid concerns over Pentagon stockpiles

CNN  

CNN — US military aid packages for Ukraine have been smaller in recent months, as the stockpiles of weapons and equipment that the Pentagon is willing to send Kyiv from its own inventory have dwindled. In April, Congress gave the Biden administration an additional $13.4 billion to use specifically to send Ukraine weapons and equipment drawn from US stockpiles. The …

Nearly $6 billion in funding for Ukraine will expire if Congress doesn’t act by the end of the month
3 months, 1 week ago

Nearly $6 billion in funding for Ukraine will expire if Congress doesn’t act by the end of the month

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Nearly $6 billion in U.S. funding for aid to Ukraine will expire at the end of the month unless Congress acts to extend the Pentagon’s authority to send weapons from its stockpile to Kyiv, according to U.S. officials. U.S. officials said the Biden administration has asked Congress to include the funding authority in any continuing resolution lawmakers may …

US and UK pledge almost $1.5 billion to help Ukraine during diplomats’ visit to Kyiv
3 months, 1 week ago

US and UK pledge almost $1.5 billion to help Ukraine during diplomats’ visit to Kyiv

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — The United States and Britain pledged nearly $1.5 billion in additional aid to Ukraine on Wednesday during a visit to Kyiv by their top diplomats as Ukrainian officials renewed their pleas to use Western-provided missiles against targets deeper inside Russia. Blinken said he would bring the discussion with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the missiles “back to …

The US is sending $125 million in new military aid to Ukraine
4 months ago

The US is sending $125 million in new military aid to Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is sending about $125 million in new military aid to Ukraine, the Defense Department said Friday, even as Washington works to get a better understanding of Kyiv’s incursion into Russia and how it advances the broader battlefield goals more than two years into the war. Pentagon officials have said repeatedly that the U.S. has been …

US approves $20 billion weapons package for Israel amid tensions in Middle East
4 months, 1 week ago

US approves $20 billion weapons package for Israel amid tensions in Middle East

India Today  

The US has approved $20 billion in arms sales to Israel, including scores of fighter jets and advanced air-to-air missiles, the State Department announced Tuesday. Congress was notified of the impending sale, which includes more than 50 F-15 fighter jets, Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles, or AMRAAMs, 120 mm tank ammunition and high explosive mortars and tactical vehicles and comes …

US releases $3.5 billion to Israel to spend on US weapons and military equipment, months after Congress appropriated
4 months, 2 weeks ago

US releases $3.5 billion to Israel to spend on US weapons and military equipment, months after Congress appropriated

CNN  

CNN — The US is set to provide Israel with $3.5 billion to spend on US weapons and military equipment, releasing the money months after it was appropriated by Congress as tensions continue to rise between Israel and Iran, multiple officials familiar with the matter told CNN. The State Department notified lawmakers on Thursday night that the Biden administration intended …

US will send $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine
4 months, 3 weeks ago

US will send $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. will send $1.7 billion in military aid to Ukraine, officials announced on Monday, including an array of munitions for air defense systems, artillery, mortars and anti-tank and anti-ship missiles. The package includes $1.5 billion in funding for long-term contracts through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, and $200 million in immediate military aid taken from Pentagon stockpiles. …

Biden announces $225 million weapons package for Ukraine, including Patriot system
5 months, 1 week ago

Biden announces $225 million weapons package for Ukraine, including Patriot system

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden announced a new $225 million aid package for Ukraine on Thursday, including a Patriot missile system to bolster its air defenses against a deadly onslaught of Russian airstrikes. The Patriot air defense system, the second the U.S. has provided to Ukraine, is one of several Biden announced this week at the NATO summit and is …

Israel to Ukraine to Bulgaria: Which countries receive US military aid?
5 months, 1 week ago

Israel to Ukraine to Bulgaria: Which countries receive US military aid?

Al Jazeera  

The US is promising new bombs to Israel as part of billions in military aid it provides around the world. In 2023, foreign aid to Israel from the US was mostly military aid, while foreign aid to other countries, such as Zimbabwe and Afghanistan, was 100 percent economic aid. In an interview with PBS News Hour, Gilbert stated, “So, when …

US set to announce over $2.3 billion arms package for Ukraine, Pentagon says
5 months, 3 weeks ago

US set to announce over $2.3 billion arms package for Ukraine, Pentagon says

Hindustan Times  

By Phil Stewart and Idrees Ali US set to announce over $2.3 billion arms package for Ukraine, Pentagon says WASHINGTON, - The United States will soon announce more than $2.3 billion in new security assistance for Ukraine, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday during a meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart at the Pentagon. Austin said the latest weapons package …

Defense Secretary Austin says the US will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Defense Secretary Austin says the US will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Tuesday that the U.S. will soon announce an additional $2.3 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, to include anti-tank weapons, interceptors and munitions for Patriot and other air defense systems. “Alongside some 50 allies and partners, we’ll continue to provide critical capabilities that Ukraine needs to push back Russian aggression today and to …

Defense Secretary Austin says U.S. will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Defense Secretary Austin says U.S. will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine

LA Times  

Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, right, stands with Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov during an arrival ceremony at the Pentagon on Tuesday. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said Tuesday that the U.S. will soon announce an additional $2.3 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, to include antitank weapons, interceptors and munitions for Patriot and other air defense systems. …

The Latest | US-built pier in Gaza unloads aid again after weather setback, official says
6 months ago

The Latest | US-built pier in Gaza unloads aid again after weather setback, official says

Associated Press  

The U.S.-built pier in Gaza was unloading humanitarian aid again Thursday after being removed for a second time last week because of rough seas, the U.S. military said. Follow AP’s coverage of the war in Gaza at https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war Here’s the latest: Israel’s pledge to guard an aid route into Gaza falls flat as lawlessness blocks distribution JERUSALEM — A breakdown …

Trump criticizes US aid to Ukraine, promises to “have that settled” if reelected
6 months, 1 week ago

Trump criticizes US aid to Ukraine, promises to “have that settled” if reelected

Salon  

It has long been known that preemptive GOP nominee, Donald Trump, has had plans to curb or altogether end the U.S. support to Ukraine. Trump criticized the scale of the U.S. aid for Ukraine and promised that if he is reelected in November he will “have that settled,” Politico reported. Trump went on to criticize Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv’s efforts to …

Aid is delivered to Gaza from newly repaired US-built pier, US military says
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Aid is delivered to Gaza from newly repaired US-built pier, US military says

The Hindu  

The first aid from an American-built pier arrived in Gaza on June 8 since storm damage required repairs to the project, the U.S. military said, relaunching an effort to bring supplies to Palestinians by sea that had been plagued with problems. About 1.1 million pounds of humanitarian aid was delivered to Gaza through the pier on Saturday, U.S. Central Command …

Aid is delivered to Gaza from newly repaired US-built pier, US military says
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Aid is delivered to Gaza from newly repaired US-built pier, US military says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The first aid from an American-built pier arrived in Gaza on Saturday since storm damage required repairs to the project, the U.S. military said, relaunching an effort to bring supplies to Palestinians by sea that had been plagued with problems. About 1.1 million pounds of humanitarian aid was delivered to Gaza through the pier on Saturday, U.S. Central …

US to send new $225 million military aid package to Ukraine, officials say
6 months, 2 weeks ago

US to send new $225 million military aid package to Ukraine, officials say

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. will send about $225 million in military aid to Ukraine, U.S. officials said Thursday, in a new package that includes ammunition Kyiv’s forces could use to strike threats inside Russia to defend the city of Kharkiv from a heavy Russian assault. That change, however, does not alter U.S. policy that directs Ukraine not to use American-provided …

US to send new $225 million military aid package to Ukraine, officials say.
6 months, 2 weeks ago

US to send new $225 million military aid package to Ukraine, officials say.

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The U.S. will send about …

US approves $275mn of weapons and military aid to Ukraine as Russia advances its assault on Kharkiv
6 months, 4 weeks ago

US approves $275mn of weapons and military aid to Ukraine as Russia advances its assault on Kharkiv

Hindustan Times  

The United States on Friday announced a fresh tranche of military aid for Ukraine, including ammunition, missiles, mines and artillery rounds as Russia presses its assault on the Kharkiv region. Ukraine has been battling back in Kharkiv since May 10, when thousands of Moscow's troops stormed the border, making their biggest territorial advances in 18 months. The capabilities in this …

US announces $275M in new military assistance for Ukraine
6 months, 4 weeks ago

US announces $275M in new military assistance for Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration announced on Friday an additional $275 million in military aid for Ukraine as Kyiv struggles to hold off advances by Russian troops in the Kharkiv region. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the package, which was previewed on Thursday by two U.S. officials, “is part of our efforts to help Ukraine repel Russia’s assault near …

US will announce $275 million more in artillery and ammunition for Ukraine, officials say
7 months ago

US will announce $275 million more in artillery and ammunition for Ukraine, officials say

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States is expected to announce an additional $275 million in military aid for Ukraine on Friday as Kyiv struggles to hold off advances by Russian troops in the Kharkiv region, two U.S. officials say. This will be the fourth installment of military aid for Ukraine since Congress passed a long-delayed foreign aid bill late last month …

Where is Gaza aid stuck? US facing logistical and security hurdles in delivering help even as 2.2m face starvation
7 months ago

Where is Gaza aid stuck? US facing logistical and security hurdles in delivering help even as 2.2m face starvation

Hindustan Times  

The United States' efforts to deliver humanitarian aid worth 500 tons daily to war struck Gaza has been significantly hindered. Sonali Korde from the US Agency for International Development highlighted the worsening conditions, told CNN, "Across Gaza, 2.2 million people, the entire population, is facing acute food insecurity." Over the past week, the US has managed to transport 569 tons …

Biden administration plans to send $1bn in military aid to Israel: Reports
7 months, 1 week ago

Biden administration plans to send $1bn in military aid to Israel: Reports

Al Jazeera  

Request for tank ammunition, tactical vehicles for Israel despite Biden’s earlier pause on bombs over Rafah assault. The Biden administration has told Congress that it plans to send a $1bn package of military aid to Israel, according to media reports, despite the United States’s opposition to a full-scale invasion of Rafah in southern Gaza and concerns about rising civilian deaths. …

US announces a new $400 million package of weapons for Ukraine to try to hold off Russian advances
7 months, 2 weeks ago

US announces a new $400 million package of weapons for Ukraine to try to hold off Russian advances

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. announced a new $400 million package of military aid for Ukraine on Friday, as Kyiv struggles to hold off advances by Russian troops in the northeast Kharkiv region. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had warned Thursday that his country was facing “a really difficult situation” in the east, but said a new supply of U.S. weapons was …

Israel-Hamas war: US says Rafah offensive would jeopardize cease-fire talks
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel-Hamas war: US says Rafah offensive would jeopardize cease-fire talks

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States warned on Thursday that Israel will be dealing a strategic victory to Hamas if it carries out plans for an all-out assault on Rafah, the militants’ last major stronghold in Gaza. AP AUDIO: US says Rafah offensive would jeopardize cease-fire talks as Biden threatens to halt more Israel aid AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports …

Gaza will need largest post-war reconstruction effort since 1945, UN says
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Gaza will need largest post-war reconstruction effort since 1945, UN says

Al Jazeera  

The level of destruction in Gaza has not been since World War II, according to a United Nations official who estimated that post-war reconstruction could cost up to $50bn. “We have not seen anything like this since 1945,” Abdallah al-Dardari, director of the regional bureau for Arab states at the UN Development Programme, said on Thursday during an online news …

Gaza military aid: US is working to build a pier that will cost at least $320 million
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Gaza military aid: US is working to build a pier that will cost at least $320 million

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — A U.S. Navy ship and several Army vessels involved in an American-led effort to bring more aid into the besieged Gaza Strip are offshore of the enclave and building out a floating platform for the operation that the Pentagon has said will cost at least $320 million. A U.S. Navy ship involved in the American-led effort to bring …

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