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The U.S. is divided on whether to send Ukraine more money

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1 year ago

February 14, 2024

Ahron Young

The Democratic-led U.S. Senate on Tuesday passed a long-sought $95.34 billion military aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, although it faced an uncertain path ahead in the Republican-controlled House of Representatives.

After months of negotiations and political infighting, the lawmakers approved the measure in a 70-29 vote that comfortably exceeded the chamber’s 60-vote threshold for passage and sent the legislation on to the House. Twenty-two Republicans joined most Democrats to support the bill.

“It’s certainly been years, perhaps decades, since the Senate has passed a bill that so greatly impacts not just our national security, not just the security of our allies, but the security of Western democracy,” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said in the Senate shortly after the predawn vote.

Pass the House

Schumer told a news conference later on Tuesday he was confident the bill would pass the House with support from both parties if Republican Speaker Mike Johnson would allow a vote.

“I call on Speaker Johnson to rise to the occasion, to do the right thing: Bring this bill to the floor quickly,” Schumer said.

Johnson issued a statement before the Senate vote faulting it for lacking conservative provisions to stem a record flow of migrants across the U.S.-Mexico border, suggesting he would not schedule a vote any time soon.

His refusal could force Democrats to attempt a rare maneuver known as a “discharge petition,” which allows members to force a House vote if they can obtain the signatures of at least 218 representatives, more than half the House’s members. The last successful discharge petition was filed in 2015.

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Trump: No ceasefire with Iran, just surrender

Trump rejects ceasefire with Iran, demands total conflict end, warns of military action and nuclear threats.

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39 minutes ago

June 18, 2025

Ahron Young

Trump rejects ceasefire with Iran, demands total conflict end, warns of military action and nuclear threats.

Trump: No Ceasefire With Iran, Just Surrender — President Donald Trump has escalated his stance on Iran, rejecting the idea of a ceasefire and stating he wants a complete end to the conflict.

He warned Iran against developing nuclear weapons and hinted at potential military action, including the use of “bunker buster” bombs. Trump’s remarks, including a threatening post on Truth Social, have reignited fears of a broader confrontation in the Middle East.

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Markets drop as Trump threatens Iran strike

“Markets slide as Trump’s threats against Iran and abrupt G7 exit heighten investor fears, boosting oil prices amid rising inflation concerns.”

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59 minutes ago

June 18, 2025

Ahron Young

“Markets slide as Trump’s threats against Iran and abrupt G7 exit heighten investor fears, boosting oil prices amid rising inflation concerns.”

Markets Drop As Trump Threatens Iran Strike — President Trump’s hardline stance on Iran and his early G7 departure spooked investors.

Stock markets slumped while oil and energy surged, raising concerns over inflation and global trade instability. With Middle East tensions flaring, Wall Street braces for more volatility.

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Israel targets Iran’s Fordow facility amid tensions

Israel seeks to damage Iran’s Fordow facility before halting operations; Trump suggests US knows Khamenei’s location, avoids assassination.

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3 hours ago

June 18, 2025

Ahron Young

Israel seeks to damage Iran’s Fordow facility before halting operations; Trump suggests US knows Khamenei’s location, avoids assassination.

In Short:
Israel aims to damage Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility and is seeking US assistance, despite uncertainty about American military involvement. Tensions rise as President Trump holds national security meetings, contemplating military options against Iran.

Israel plans to continue its operations against Iran until the Fordow nuclear facility is significantly damaged. The facility, located underground near Qom, is crucial for uranium enrichment.

Israel acknowledges that its own military capabilities cannot reach the depths of Fordow, but it is relying on the United States for support.

Israel’s National Security Advisor, Tzachi Hanegbi, indicated ongoing discussions with US officials but expressed uncertainty regarding US involvement in military actions.

Iran’s nuclear weapon

Many in Israel and the West suspect that Fordow is part of Iran’s nuclear weapon development, a claim that Iran denies.

President Donald Trump left the G7 summit early due to this ongoing conflict and convened a national security meeting at the White House.

The meeting, which lasted nearly two hours, included key security figures such as CIA Director John Ratcliffe and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.

Reports suggest that Trump is considering the use of a “bunker buster” bomb against Fordow.