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U.S. congressional leaders and the White House have reached a consensus to approve aid for both Israel and Ukraine in the wake of escalating tensions in the Middle East. This decision comes after Iran launched a significant attack on Israel, prompting calls for support from both Democrats and Republicans.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced the agreement following a call with President Joe Biden, where they discussed the need to assist both countries. The Senate had previously approved a supplemental aid package for Israel and Ukraine, but the House of Representatives had yet to bring it to a vote. Schumer emphasized the importance of providing assistance to Israel to strengthen its defenses against future attacks.
House Speaker Mike Johnson also expressed his commitment to approving the funds this week. The bipartisan consensus comes in response to Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel, in which over 300 drones, missiles, and ballistic missiles were launched from Iranian soil. Fortunately, Israel was able to intercept the majority of the projectiles with the help of the U.S., the U.K., and Jordan.
Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelensky condemned Iran’s attack on Israel and called for a united global response to combat the threat posed by both Iran and Russia. Zelensky highlighted the similarities between Iran’s tactics and those used by Russia in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for increased military aid to confront the ongoing Russian invasion.
As tensions continue to escalate in the region, the consensus reached by congressional leaders and the White House to support Israel and Ukraine reflects a shared commitment to promoting stability and security in the Middle East.