#aid

#aid

Israel agreed to open Erez crossing and the port of Ashdod for aid into Gaza amid a humanitarian crisis.

President Biden threatened to condition future support for Israel on addressing concerns about civilian casualties and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. [ more ]

President Biden criticized former President Trump during State of the Union address.

Biden emphasized the threat to democracy and highlighted the need for additional aid. [ more ]

Trump's second term could pose a threat to NATO and aid to Ukraine due to his anti-NATO agenda.

Republican Russia hawks are split on addressing the risk posed by Trump, with some endorsing his opponent while others deny the problem. [ more ]

Ukrainian president welcomes US Senate vote for aid

Sanctions against Russia need to be broadened and enforced [ more ]

Donald Trump ordered Republicans to kill a border security bill.

22 Republicans voted with Democrats to fund aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. [ more ]

The European Union has committed to providing 50 billion euros in aid to Ukraine until 2027, a move that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes will break the deadlock in Washington and support Ukraine against Russia.

US President Joe Biden expressed frustration with Republicans in Congress who are blocking the release of further funds for Ukraine, stating that this delay is detrimental to Ukraine's defense capabilities against Russian aggression. [ more ]

EU leaders agree to over $50 billion in aid for Ukraine despite opposition from Hungary.

The aid package is seen as critical for Ukraine as it is running short of ammunition and cash. [ more ]

EU leaders have agreed to extend 50 billion euros in aid to Ukraine, overcoming resistance from Hungary.

This funding provides steadfast, long-term, predictable support for Ukraine and demonstrates EU's leadership and responsibility in supporting the country. [ more ]

Gaza residents fear they will die without aid from UNRWA

Norway will continue funding the agency despite Western cuts [ more ]

The head of UNRWA, Philippe Lazzarini, criticizes the decision by Western countries to suspend aid to the Palestinian refugee agency, calling it collective punishment.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres joins Lazzarini in urging donor nations to continue supporting UNRWA and its operations in Gaza. [ more ]

President Biden called on Congress to pass a measure to approve continued aid to Ukraine

Additional aid for Ukraine is tied up by demands from some Republicans to tighten U.S. asylum and parole laws for migrants

Biden criticized Congress for not voting on Ukraine funding and warned that failure to provide additional aid would be a gift to Putin [ more ]

European governments are increasing aid to Ukraine as the US fails to approve new assistance.

Focus is on enabling Kyiv's forces to hold the line against Russia rather than winning territory. [ more ]