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U.S. announces longer-range rocket for Ukraine

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3 years ago

February 4, 2023

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A new rocket that would double Ukraine’s strike range in its war with Russia was included in a $2.175 billion U.S. military aid package.

The new weapon, the Ground Launched Small Diameter Bomb (GLSDB), will allow Ukraine’s military to hit targets at twice the distance reachable by the rockets it now fires from the U.S.-supplied High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS).

The 151 km (94 mile) GLSDB will put all of Russia’s supply lines in eastern Ukraine within reach, as well as part of Russian-occupied Crimea, which Moscow annexed in 2014.

“As part of the USAI package, we will be providing Ground Launched Small Diameter Bomb to Ukraine,” Brigadier General Patrick Ryder told a news briefing at the Pentagon. USAI stands for Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI).

Friday’s aid pledge opens the door to many more deliveries of the Ground Launched Small Diameter Bombs (GLSDB).

When the new rockets arrive, it will mark the first time Ukraine has seen its rocket range grow exponentially since U.S. furnished HIMARS in late-June 2022.

HIMARS have a 77 km (48 mile) range and were instrumental in Ukraine’s counter offensive against Russian forces, which invaded on Feb. 24, 2022.

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King Charles hails UK-US partnership at state banquet

King Charles celebrates UK-US partnership at Windsor Castle banquet, highlighting peace and trade progress under Trump. #KingCharles #Trump #UKUS

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27 minutes ago

September 18, 2025

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King Charles celebrates UK-US partnership at Windsor Castle banquet, highlighting peace and trade progress under Trump. #KingCharles #Trump #UKUS

At Windsor Castle, King Charles opened the state banquet with a speech celebrating the enduring partnership between the UK and the US.

He praised shared commitments to peace, the environment and trade, noting progress under President Trump’s administration.

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Disney cancels Jimmy Kimmel’s show after controversy

Disney suspends Jimmy Kimmel’s show after FCC chair criticises comments on Charlie Kirk’s death

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2 hours ago

September 18, 2025

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Disney suspends Jimmy Kimmel’s show after FCC chair criticises comments on Charlie Kirk’s death

In Short:
– Disney has indefinitely removed Jimmy Kimmel’s show after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s criticism of his comments.
– ABC station owners plan to drop the show due to offensive remarks made regarding political reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death.

Entertainment giant Disney has decided to indefinitely pull Jimmy Kimmel’s show from the schedule.

It action follows criticism from Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr regarding Kimmel’s recent comments.“ABC spokeswoman confirmed the decision on Wednesday,” reported Joe Flint. Several ABC station owners, including Nexstar Media Group, have indicated their intention to drop the show due to Kimmel’s remarks.

Kimmel, known for his criticism of former President Trump, made controversial statements about political reactions to the death of Charlie Kirk during his Monday night show.

He expressed concerns that some were attempting to exploit Kirk’s death for political gain, specifically mentioning Vice President JD Vance and others associated with the ‘MAGA’ movement.

Remarks Controversy

Nexstar’s president, Andrew Alford, commented that Kimmel’s statements were “offensive and insensitive” and do not represent the views of their communities amid current national discussions.

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Fed cuts interest rates by a quarter-point

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, signaling potential future reductions amid concerns over slower employment growth. #FederalReserve #Economy #Jobs

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2 hours ago

September 18, 2025

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