Ministry of Defence seeks 3.2bn as costs overrun in Yemen and Ukraine
Emergency cash payment of 3.2bn sought by the Ministry of Defence due to overrunning operational costs from military operations in Yemen and support for Ukraine.
Additional resources of 2.45bn and 750m to be requested in a supplementary estimate for the MoD to cover the increased operational spending and support for British military personnel and families. [ more ]
Biden Threatens to Veto Bill That Would Help Israel but Not Ukraine
President Biden vows to veto a House Republican bill providing aid to Israel as a political maneuver to hinder broader legislation.
Biden administration opposes the House bill, emphasizing the need for border security, support for Ukraine, and humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians. [ more ]