US Senate approves $95bn aid for Ukraine and Israel in pre-dawn vote
10 months, 1 week ago

US Senate approves $95bn aid for Ukraine and Israel in pre-dawn vote

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer praised the passing of the bill in a press conference yesterday morning Mr Schumer said the “strong bipartisan vote” in the Senate indicates that the legislation would easily garner a similarly bipartisan measure of support in the House, should House Speaker Johnson allow it to receive an up-or-down vote on the floor of his chamber. “I think it’s just one more sign to the American people and he’s obviously an important American, they think this bill is a bad deal for the country,” Mr Vance said. “But if your position is being cheered by Vladimir Putin, it’s time to reconsider your position.” Mr Murphy, the Democratic senator who negotiated the initial bipartisan agreement, criticised Republicans for drawing out the process, but he said the agreement would finally go to a vote. “But it’s good that this is gonna get a big bipartisan vote and we'll cross our fingers that the House comes to its senses.” Ms Sinema for her part was more direct when asked what she thought about Mr Johnson saying he would oppose the legislation unless it included border security when he opposed the initial bill.

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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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Ex-Ukrainian president says US delay in war aid was ‘colossal’ waste, let Putin inflict more damage
7 months, 1 week ago

Ex-Ukrainian president says US delay in war aid was ‘colossal’ waste, let Putin inflict more damage

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Former Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko said the long delay by the U.S. Congress in approving military aid for his country was “a colossal waste of time,” allowing Russian President Vladimir Putin to inflict more suffering in the 2-year-old invasion and prolonging the war. It would, he said, “give Putin five or seven years to get stronger and then …

Aid for war: On the United States Senate and aid package
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Aid for war: On the United States Senate and aid package

The Hindu  

After lengthy negotiations, the United States Senate has passed with bipartisan support a $95 billion programme to send aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. The aid package brings together four distinct bills that the House of Representatives passed separately last weekend, respectively supplying almost $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, above $26 billion for Israel, over $8 billion for the …

Senate finally passes aid bills worth billions to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after months of delay
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Senate finally passes aid bills worth billions to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after months of delay

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The US Senate on Tuesday evening finally sent a three-pronged …

Ukraine welcomes delayed US aid but few say they expect Russia’s defeat
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Ukraine welcomes delayed US aid but few say they expect Russia’s defeat

Al Jazeera  

Experts say the $61bn package that was debated for months will replenish military stocks but won’t help Kyiv’s forces counterattack. The aid can “improve the situation” on the 1,000km-long front line, said Lieutenant General Ihor Romanenko, former deputy chief of the General Staff of Ukraine’s armed forces. The aid “is a surprisingly exact match of Ukrainian military’s needs that mostly …

To pass Ukraine aid, ‘Reagan Republican’ leaders in Congress navigated a party transformed by Trump
7 months, 4 weeks ago

To pass Ukraine aid, ‘Reagan Republican’ leaders in Congress navigated a party transformed by Trump

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — For Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Mike Johnson, the necessity of providing Ukraine with weapons and other aid as it fends off Russia’s invasion is rooted in their earliest and most formative political memories. While McConnell, R-Ky., and Johnson, R-La., took different approaches to handling Trump, the presumptive White House nominee in 2024, the struggle …

Pentagon to send $1 billion in air defense weapons and artillery shells to Ukraine within HOURS after Senate passes $61 billion aid bill for Kyiv
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Pentagon to send $1 billion in air defense weapons and artillery shells to Ukraine within HOURS after Senate passes $61 billion aid bill for Kyiv

Daily Mail  

The U.S. will send a massive $1 billion military weapons package - including long-range missiles, ammunition, drones and vehicles - to send the Ukraine now that Congress has approved the funding. The aid package also includes Bradley fighting vehicles, Stinger air defense munitions, additional ammunition for high-mobility artillery rocket systems, 155 millimeter artillery ammunition, TOW and Javelin anti-tank munitions, demolition …

Biden says the US is rushing weaponry to Ukraine as he signs a $95 billion war aid measure into law
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Biden says the US is rushing weaponry to Ukraine as he signs a $95 billion war aid measure into law

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he was immediately rushing badly needed weaponry to Ukraine as he signed into law a $95 billion war aid measure that also included assistance for Israel, Taiwan and other global hot spots. The announcement marked an end to the long, painful battle with Republicans in Congress over urgently needed assistance for Ukraine, …

More US aid will help Ukraine avoid defeat in its war with Russia. Winning is another matter
7 months, 4 weeks ago

More US aid will help Ukraine avoid defeat in its war with Russia. Winning is another matter

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — A big, new package of U.S. military aid will help Ukraine avoid defeat in its war with Russia. “Ultimately it offers Ukraine the prospect of staying in the war this year,” said Michael Clarke, visiting professor in war studies at King’s College London. The difference could be felt within days on the front line in eastern and …

U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote
8 months ago

U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote

The Hindu  

The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars. In an interview with The Associated Press shortly before the vote, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said that if Congress …

Biden signs $95 billion military aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
8 months ago

Biden signs $95 billion military aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

NPR  

Biden signs $95 billion military aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan Enlarge this image toggle caption Evan Vucci/AP Evan Vucci/AP Overcoming months of opposition by Republicans in Congress, President Biden on Wednesday signed a military aid package worth $95 billion that will arm Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. Ukraine's limited air defenses have performed extremely well over the past two …

BIG relief to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan as US Senate overwhelmingly passes USD 95 billion aid
8 months ago

BIG relief to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan as US Senate overwhelmingly passes USD 95 billion aid

India TV News  

In a major relief to the war-engaged nations, the Senate has passed USD 95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars. Joe Biden's response after passage of the bill In an interview with …

US Senate passes Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan bill; Biden to sign on Wednesday
8 months ago

US Senate passes Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan bill; Biden to sign on Wednesday

Al Jazeera  

US president says new weapons shipment could be on its way to Ukraine as soon as this week. The United States Senate has passed a long-delayed multibillion-dollar aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, paving the way for new weapons deliveries to Kyiv as soon as this week. “I will sign this bill into law and address the American people …

Senate Democrats say one thing but do another on foreign aid to Israel
8 months ago

Senate Democrats say one thing but do another on foreign aid to Israel

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email 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. Mr Sanders announced this week he is introducing …

Russia-Ukraine war: Pentagon to send $1 billion in new military aid
8 months ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Pentagon to send $1 billion in new military aid

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is poised to send $1 billion in new military aid to Ukraine, U.S. officials said Tuesday as the Senate moved ahead on long-awaited legislation to fund the weapons Kyiv desperately needs to stall gains being made by Russian forces in the war. Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, Pentagon press secretary, would not confirm the package or details, …

Senate passes $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
8 months ago

Senate passes $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars. In an interview with The Associated Press shortly before the vote, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said that …

Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan in big bipartisan vote
8 months ago

Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan in big bipartisan vote

LA Times  

American and Ukrainian flags wave outside the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. The Senate has passed a package of $95 billion in military aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan and humanitarian assistance for Gaza, sending the legislation to President Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars. In an interview …

Biden will send Ukraine air defense weapons, artillery once Senate approves, Zelenskyy says
8 months ago

Biden will send Ukraine air defense weapons, artillery once Senate approves, Zelenskyy says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday the U.S. will send badly needed air defense weaponry once the Senate approves a massive national security aid package that includes $61 billion for Ukraine. “Russia clearly signals its intention to make the city uninhabitable,” Zelenskky said Russia has exploited air defense shortages in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, …

Ukrainian and Western leaders praise Washington's $95 billion aid package as Kremlin warns of further ruin
8 months ago

Ukrainian and Western leaders praise Washington's $95 billion aid package as Kremlin warns of further ruin

ABC  

In Short: Western leaders have expressed relief and praise over the US approval of $95 billion in military aid for Ukraine. Ukrainian and Western leaders have welcomed a desperately needed aid package passed by the US House of Representatives, as the Kremlin warned that passage of the bill would "further ruin" Ukraine and cause more deaths. Mr Zelenskyy said Ukraine …

Zelenskyy welcomes US aid to Ukraine, urges rapid transfer of weapons
8 months ago

Zelenskyy welcomes US aid to Ukraine, urges rapid transfer of weapons

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine president says the passage of the aid bill would send a powerful message to Russia that the US stands by Kyiv. In an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press programme, Zelenskyy said the passage of the aid bill would send a powerful message to Russia that Washington stands by Kyiv and that it would not be “a second Afghanistan”. …

US House approves long-awaited aid package to bolster Ukraine's war efforts
8 months ago

US House approves long-awaited aid package to bolster Ukraine's war efforts

ABC  

In short: After stalling for months, a $US60 billion aid package for Ukraine has been approved by the US House After stalling for months, a $US60 billion aid package for Ukraine has been approved by the US House Some Republicans are threatening to oust speaker Mike Johnson over the vote What's next: The bill will now go to the Senate, …

House approves $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine, much to the chagrin of Russia
8 months ago

House approves $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine, much to the chagrin of Russia

Salon  

The U.S. House of Representatives approved $61 billion of military aid for Ukraine to help in its defense against Russia, after months of stalling. “The House erupted into applause when the Ukraine bill passed, with the chair, Marc Molinaro of New York, admonishing members not to wave Ukrainian flags,” The Guardian reported. Right after the bill passed, Ukraine’s president took …

In Ukraine, the vote to renew U.S. aid was cheered. But unease for the future remains
8 months ago

In Ukraine, the vote to renew U.S. aid was cheered. But unease for the future remains

NPR  

In Ukraine, the vote to renew U.S. aid was cheered. But unease for the future remains Enlarge this image toggle caption Efrem Lukatsky/AP Efrem Lukatsky/AP KYIV, Ukraine — Lawmaker Oleksandra Ustinova, who leads the Ukrainian parliament's committee on arms, spent months urging holdouts in the U.S. Congress to stop blocking nearly $61 billion in military and economic aid to her …

U.S. House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
8 months ago

U.S. House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle

The Hindu  

The House swiftly approved $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies in a rare Saturday session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of hard-right resistance over renewed American support for repelling Russia’s invasion. Biden, in a statement, thanked Johnson, Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries and the bipartisan coalition of lawmakers “who voted to put …

Ukraine, Israel, TikTok: the massive aid package before US Congress
8 months ago

Ukraine, Israel, TikTok: the massive aid package before US Congress

Hindustan Times  

The US House of Representatives on Saturday approved a giant aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan and a bill threatening to ban TikTok. Ukraine would also receive $10 billion in "forgivable loans" for vital economic and budgetary support, including for the energy and infrastructure sectors. The bill also authorizes the US president to confiscate and sell Russian assets in …

The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle. Next is the Senate
8 months ago

The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle. Next is the Senate

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The House has approved $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies in a rare weekend session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of hard-right resistance over renewed American support for repelling Russia’s invasion. “The eyes of the world are upon us, and history will judge what we do here and now,” …

US Congress to vote on aid for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan: What’s the deal?
8 months ago

US Congress to vote on aid for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan: What’s the deal?

Al Jazeera  

United States lawmakers are expected to vote on Saturday evening on three military aid packages for Ukraine, Israel and other allies in the Asia Pacific region. Funding includes: $5.2bn to replenish and expand Israel’s missile and rocket defence system $3.5bn for purchasing advanced weapons systems $1bn to enhance weapons production $4.4bn for other supplies and services to Israel $9.2bn in …

US passes $95 billion in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
8 months ago

US passes $95 billion in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle

New Indian Express  

The weekend scene presented a striking display of congressional action after months of dysfunction and stalemate fueled by Republicans, who hold the majority but are deeply split over foreign aid, particularly for Ukraine as it fights Russia's invasion. "The eyes of the world are upon us, and history will judge what we do here and now," said Rep. Michael McCaul, …

The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
8 months ago

The House passes billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle

LA Times  

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson talks to reporters at the Capitol in Washington. The House swiftly approved $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies in a rare Saturday session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of political turmoil over support for repelling Russia’s invasion. Biden, in a statement, thanked Johnson, Democratic leader …

US House approves aid package worth billions for Ukraine, Israel
8 months ago

US House approves aid package worth billions for Ukraine, Israel

Al Jazeera  

The Democratic-majority Senate is expected to vote on the bill next week, sending it to President Joe Biden to sign into law. The United States House of Representatives with broad bipartisan support has passed a $95bn legislative package providing security assistance to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, despite bitter objections from Republican hardliners. US leaders from Democratic President Joe Biden to …

US House approves aid package for Ukraine and Israel
8 months ago

US House approves aid package for Ukraine and Israel

India Today  

The House swiftly approved $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other US allies in a rare Saturday session as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of hard-right resistance over renewed American support for repelling Russia’s invasion. Biden, in a statement, thanked Johnson, Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries and the bipartisan coalition of lawmakers “who voted to put …

Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward
8 months ago

Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward

Hindustan Times  

With rare bipartisan momentum, the House pushed ahead Friday on a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan and humanitarian support as a robust coalition of lawmakers helped it clear a procedural hurdle to reach final votes this weekend. Friday’s vote produced a seldom-seen outcome in the typically hyper-partisan House, with Democrats helping Republican Speaker Mike Johnson’s …

ANOTHER Republican joins bid to oust Mike Johnson: Speaker's future on the line over $95 BILLION foreign aid bill as Marjorie Taylor Greene gets another backer
8 months ago

ANOTHER Republican joins bid to oust Mike Johnson: Speaker's future on the line over $95 BILLION foreign aid bill as Marjorie Taylor Greene gets another backer

Daily Mail  

A third Republican has co- Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., announced his support for a motion to vacate Johnson on Friday, citing outrage over Johnson putting money for Ukraine's 'purposeless' fight against Russia on the House floor without border security measures attached. Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., announced his support for a motion to vacate Johnson on Friday, citing outrage over Johnson …

Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward
8 months ago

Ukraine, Israel aid advances in rare House vote as Democrats help Republicans push it forward

LA Times  

With rare bipartisan momentum, the House pushed ahead Friday on a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan and humanitarian support as a robust coalition of lawmakers helped it clear a procedural hurdle to reach final votes this weekend. Friday’s vote produced a seldom-seen outcome in the typically hyper-partisan House, with Democrats helping Republican Speaker Mike Johnson’s …

Editorial: Speaker Mike Johnson’s Ukraine aid bill is better late than never
8 months ago

Editorial: Speaker Mike Johnson’s Ukraine aid bill is better late than never

LA Times  

A Ukrainian serviceman from Azov brigade known by call sign Ray, 20, carries a shell for the OTO Melara Mod 56 howitzer on the frontline in Kreminna direction, Donetsk region on April 11. Speaker Mike Johnson has been maddeningly slow in pushing the House to approve badly needed aid for Ukraine as it resists Russian aggression. But this week he …

What’s inside the $95 billion House package focused on aiding Ukraine and Israel
8 months ago

What’s inside the $95 billion House package focused on aiding Ukraine and Israel

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Speaker Mike Johnson has unveiled a long-awaited package of bills that will provide military aid to Ukraine and Israel, replenish U.S. weapons systems and give humanitarian assistance to civilians in Gaza. The overall amount of money provided to Ukraine for the purchase of weapons from the U.S. is roughly the same in the House and Senate bills — …

Speaker Johnson is moving forward with foreign aid bills despite threat to oust him
8 months, 1 week ago

Speaker Johnson is moving forward with foreign aid bills despite threat to oust him

NPR  

Speaker Johnson is moving forward with foreign aid bills despite threat to oust him Enlarge this image toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images House Speaker Mike Johnson is moving forward with a plan to vote on separate bills to provide assistance to Ukraine, Israel and U.S. allies in the Indo-Pacific, despite growing criticism from within his conference and …

US House to vote on Israel and Ukraine aid bills
8 months, 1 week ago

US House to vote on Israel and Ukraine aid bills

The Telegraph  

One vote will focus on US aid for Ukraine, which has stalled in recent months after Congress refused to renew Mr Biden’s mandate to send American munitions to Kyiv. A second will deal with support for Israel, which had been attached to the Ukraine funding in the White House’s own supplemental package. A third vote could authorise support for Taiwan, …

House Speaker Mike Johnson says he will push for aid to Israel and Ukraine this week
8 months, 1 week ago

House Speaker Mike Johnson says he will push for aid to Israel and Ukraine this week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Mike Johnson said Sunday he will try to advance wartime aid for Israel this week as he attempts the difficult task of winning House approval for a national security package that also includes funding for Ukraine and allies in Asia. Johnson told Fox News Channel’s “Sunday Morning Futures” that he and Republicans “understand the necessity of …

House Plans Israel Aid Vote and May Add on Ukraine, Johnson Says
8 months, 1 week ago

House Plans Israel Aid Vote and May Add on Ukraine, Johnson Says

Hindustan Times  

Speaker Mike Johnson said the House will vote this week on aid for Israel in the wake of Iran’s attack, and he indicated Ukraine funds could be part of the package. HT Image “The House Republicans and the Republican party understand the necessity of standing with Israel,” Johnson said on Fox News’s Sunday Morning Futures. House Intelligence Committee chair Mike …

House Speaker Mike Johnson says he will push for aid to Israel and Ukraine this week
8 months, 1 week ago

House Speaker Mike Johnson says he will push for aid to Israel and Ukraine this week

LA Times  

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks as Republican presidential candidate and former President Trump listens during a news conference Friday at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla. House Speaker Mike Johnson said Sunday he will try to advance wartime aid for Israel this week as he attempts the difficult task of winning House approval for a national security package that …

Blinken and Cameron urge Congress to approve aid for Ukraine, calling it critical for world security
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Blinken and Cameron urge Congress to approve aid for Ukraine, calling it critical for world security

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Secretary of State Antony Blinken and British Foreign Secretary David Cameron urged Congress on Tuesday to approve new military aid for Ukraine, saying the stalled funding is critical for U.S., European and world security. “We look to see that brought before the house and to get a vote as quickly as possible.” Cameron also met on Monday in …

Editorial: Speaker Johnson must ignore GOP hardliners and pass Ukraine aid now
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Editorial: Speaker Johnson must ignore GOP hardliners and pass Ukraine aid now

LA Times  

First response officers inspect the damage after a Russian air attack in Kyiv on March 25. When House members return to Washington this week, their first priority should be to approve desperately needed aid for Ukraine as that country continues to resist Russian aggression. CNN reported last week that Greene said that if the speaker moved ahead with an aid …

What hope does Ukraine have to hold out against Russia if the US keeps struggling to send weapons?
9 months ago

What hope does Ukraine have to hold out against Russia if the US keeps struggling to send weapons?

ABC  

Starved of ammunition and losing ground, Ukraine has gone months without receiving weapons from the United States. Ukraine's Defence Minister Rustem Umerov has said troops are in a state of "shell hunger" and reports have emerged of forces rationing as few as 15 artillery shells per day. Matthew Sussex from the ANU'S Strategic and Defence Studies Centre says there is …

US military chief tours arms plants with GOP lawmakers to show that Ukraine aid boosts jobs at home
9 months, 1 week ago

US military chief tours arms plants with GOP lawmakers to show that Ukraine aid boosts jobs at home

Associated Press  

— As they stood before massive rocket launchers built in part by their Arkansas constituents, Republican lawmakers were getting an unambiguous message Thursday from America’s top military officer: A Ukraine aid package that’s stalled in Congress will not only help in the fight against Russia, but also support jobs in their districts. “All of that said, it has to be …

Ukraine aid boosts vitality of US economy: China Daily editorial
9 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine aid boosts vitality of US economy: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

The $60 billion assistance package that includes new aid to Ukraine has stalled in the United States Congress since early last month due to the opposition of Republicans, who have been demanding that the White House address the security crisis on the border with Mexico. Speaking at a meeting of the White House Competition Council on Tuesday last week, US …

Ukraine’s troops are rationing ammunition. Yet House Republicans plan to take weeks to mull more aid
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine’s troops are rationing ammunition. Yet House Republicans plan to take weeks to mull more aid

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Ukrainian drones fly without ammunition. It’s now been over two months since the U.S. — which since World War II has fashioned itself as the “Arsenal of Democracy” — last sent military supplies to Ukraine. If they don’t get the aid they will lose — with dire consequences to the United States,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, …

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