US House Advances $95B Aid for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan

US House

In a remarkable display of bipartisan cooperation, the US House of Representatives has moved forward on a foreign aid package totaling $95 billion. The aid is earmarked for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and humanitarian assistance, reflecting a robust coalition of lawmakers supporting the measure. Despite typically hyper-partisan divides, Democrats joined with Republican Speaker Mike Johnson to … Read more

House Speaker Unveils Plan for Separate Votes on Aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan

US House Speaker

House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to hold separate votes on aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan this week, navigating House divisions on foreign policy. Johnson’s strategy, involving breaking the $95 billion aid package into distinct measures, is designed to address conservatives’ opposition to Ukraine funding. The package’s fate remains uncertain as any significant deviation from … Read more

Iran’s Direct Attack on Israel Raises Tensions in Mideast

Iran

Iran launched an unprecedented missile and drone attack on Israel over the weekend, citing retaliation for a recent strike on its diplomatic compound in Syria. The attack resulted in damage to an Israeli army base and injuries to a young girl, but Israel managed to intercept the majority of the incoming missiles and drones. Iran … Read more