Republicans Introduce ‘Two-step Package’ to Avert the Government Shutdown| OneIndia News
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Republicans Introduce ‘Two-step Package’ to Avert the Government Shutdown| OneIndia News
House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, aim to avert a government shutdown by proposing a unique strategy: extending funding for certain agencies until Jan.
19 and others until Feb.
2.
This approach, a test for Johnson's leadership, excludes funds for Israel, Ukraine, and the Mexican border, prompting criticism from the Biden administration.
Despite potential passage in the House, the administration deems the proposal "unserious" and a threat to national security.
Senate Passes $95 Billion , Foreign Aid Package.
On April 23, the U.S. Senate voted
79-18 to approve foreign aid for Ukraine,
Israel and Taiwan, 'The Guardian' reports. .
Today the Senate sends a unified
message to the entire world:
America will always defend
democracy in its hour of need, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Make no mistake, America will deliver
on its promise to act like a leader on the
world stage, to hold the line against
autocratic thugs like Vladimir Putin. , Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
A provision to ban TikTok
after the election if ByteDance refuses
to sell the platform is also included.
The legislation will now head to President Biden, who told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on
April 23 that he will "move quickly" to provide aid.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
with whom he worked "hand in hand and shoulder to shoulder to get this bill done.".
A lot of people inside and
outside the Congress wanted this
package to fail. But today those in
Congress who stand on the side of
democracy are winning the day, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell also issued a statement.
Today’s action is overdue, but our work
does not end here. Trust in American
resolve is not rebuilt overnight. Expanding
and restocking the arsenal of democracy
doesn’t just happen by magic, Senate Majority Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, via statement
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House GOP Advances Aid Bills , for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan.
The foreign aid bills were advanced by a
9-3 vote, thanks to the help of four Democrats on the committee, CBS News reports. .
Those Democrats are Jim McGovern, Mary Gay Scanlon, Joe Neguse and Teresa Leger Fernández.
Those Democrats are Jim McGovern, Mary Gay Scanlon, Joe Neguse and Teresa Leger Fernández.
Those Democrats are Jim McGovern, Mary Gay Scanlon, Joe Neguse and Teresa Leger Fernández.
Those Democrats are Jim McGovern, Mary Gay Scanlon, Joe Neguse and Teresa Leger Fernández.
Conservatives who voted against the bills,
because border security wasn't lumped in, include Tom Massie, Ralph Norman and Chip Roy. .
Conservatives who voted against the bills,
because border security wasn't lumped in, include Tom Massie, Ralph Norman and Chip Roy. .
A final vote on the foreign aid package
will take place on April 20. .
The three bills would support Israel,
Ukraine and Taiwan with $26.4 billion,
$60.8 billion and $8.1 billion, respectively. .
The three bills would support Israel,
Ukraine and Taiwan with $26.4 billion,
$60.8 billion and $8.1 billion, respectively. .
The three bills would support Israel,
Ukraine and Taiwan with $26.4 billion,
$60.8 billion and $8.1 billion, respectively. .
$9.1 billion of the Israel package would go toward Palestinian humanitarian efforts. .
A fourth bill seeks to allow the sale of Russian oligarchs' assets that have been frozen in order to continue funding Ukraine.
possibly "force the sale of TikTok
and authorize stricter sanctions on Russia, China and Iran," CBS News reports. .
possibly "force the sale of TikTok
and authorize stricter sanctions on Russia, China and Iran," CBS News reports. .
Some far-right Republicans have threatened to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson from his position for supporting additional Ukraine funding.
Johnson defended his actions, calling lethal aid for Ukraine "critically important.".
If I operated out of fear over
a motion to vacate, I would
never be able to do my job, House Speaker Mike Johnson, via statement.
Look, history judges us for what we
do. This is a critical time right now
critical time on the world stage. , House Speaker Mike Johnson, via statement.
I could make a, you know I can make
a selfish decision and do something that, that's different. But I'm doing here
what I believe to be the right thing, House Speaker Mike Johnson, via statement
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Zelensky Says Ukraine ‘Will Lose the War’ , if US Doesn’t Approve More Aid.
The president of Ukraine made the remarks on April 7 during a video meeting with UNITED24, a Ukrainian fundraising group, CNN reports. .
It’s important to specifically
address the Congress: if the
Congress doesn’t help Ukraine,
Ukraine will lose the war, Volodymyr Zelensky, president of Ukraine,
via video meeting with UNITED24.
If Ukraine loses this war, other
countries will be attacked. This is a fact, Volodymyr Zelensky, president of Ukraine,
via video meeting with UNITED24.
Zelensky's statement comes as
Congress has failed to pass an aid package for the war-torn nation in months, CNN reports. .
A $95.3 billion foreign aid bill,
which contained aid for both Ukraine and Israel, was passed by the Senate in February.
but House Speaker Mike Johnson
has not yet held a vote on it.
According to Franz-Stefan Gady of the International Institute for Strategic Studies.
Ukraine has entered a
"transitional phase" of the war.
Russia is conducting probing
attacks along the front line. It is
trying to advance where it can. And
it is preparing what seems to be a
future offensive down the road, Franz-Stefan Gady, an associate fellow at the
International Institute for Strategic Studies, to CNN.
This year, Ukraine really needs U.S.
support. There’s certain weapons
systems, certain logistical support
which the European countries
simply cannot provide to Ukraine, Franz-Stefan Gady, an associate fellow at the
International Institute for Strategic Studies, to CNN
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In this comprehensive analysis, we bring you the Poll of Exit Polls for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. Find out how many seats have been projected for the BJP and the INDIA Alliance by various pollsters. We'll delve into the key details, regional breakdowns, and the factors influencing these projections. Stay tuned to Oneindia News for all the crucial insights and updates on the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections.
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The exit poll results for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections in Delhi indicate a continued power show by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress fail to make a significant impact. This outcome underscores BJP's strong presence in the capital and raises questions about the strategies of AAP and Congress. Join us as we break down the exit poll results, discuss the key factors influencing voter behavior, and explore what this means for the political future of Delhi and India.
#DelhiExitPolls2024 #LokSabhaElections2024 #BJP #AAP #Congress #ElectionResults #DelhiPolitics #NarendraModi #ArvindKejriwal #IndianPolitics #OneIndiaNews #PoliticalAnalysis
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In a fierce electoral battle, West Bengal's South Bengal region, a stronghold of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), is witnessing a high-stakes contest in Sandeshkhali. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's face-off has intensified as both leaders rally support for their respective parties. Follow Oneindia for detailed updates, insights, and coverage of this crucial Lok Sabha seat and the broader electoral dynamics in West Bengal.
Hashtags: #WestBengalElections #MamataVsModi #SandeshkhaliBattle #TMCStronghold #LokSabhaElections2024 #IndianPolitics #ElectionUpdates #VoteIndia #PoliticalNews #Oneindia
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In response to the viral 'All Eyes on Rafah' social media campaign highlighting the recent airstrike in Gaza, Israel has launched its own counter-campaign titled 'Where Were Your Eyes On...'. This video delves into the escalating digital conflict, analyzing both sides' narratives and the impact of these campaigns on global perceptions. Stay tuned as we explore the complexities of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the power of social media in shaping public opinion. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more updates.
#AllEyesonRafah #IsraelHamasWar #RafahWar #RafahinCrisis #IsraelPalestine #RafahFire #BenjaminNetanyahu #Oneindia
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Severe flooding has hit Manipur, including its capital Imphal, following incessant rains triggered by Cyclone Remal. The state government has declared a two-day public holiday for all state offices until May 31 due to breaches in embankments along riverbanks. Citizens have been urged to stay indoors unless faced with an emergency. Rescue and relief operations are ongoing to assist those affected by this natural disaster. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the situation in Manipur.
#CycloneRemal #ManipurFloods #Manipur #ManipurViolence #ManipurNews #ManipurRains #CycloneRemalManipur #RemalImpact #BirenSingh #Oneindia
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House Republican leaders have lambasted President Joe Biden for his perceived inaction in enforcing existing measures against Iran. Representative Steve Scalise, the No. 2 House Republican, voiced concerns over the administration's policies allegedly facilitating Iran's oil sales, which fund terrorism. The Biden administration faces mounting pressure to deter future attacks without exacerbating regional tensions or antagonising China, a major buyer of Iranian oil.
#Biden #BidenSanctions #BidenIraq #AlSudani #BidenGaffee #USnews #Politics #IsraelIran #IranAttacksIsrael #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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In a significant development, U.S. President Joe Biden revealed that Israel has proposed a "roadmap" to terminate its nearly eight-month-long conflict in the Gaza Strip. In a speech from the White House on Friday, Biden outlined Israel's three-phase plan, which aims to cease hostilities and pave the way for peace and reconstruction. The initial phase of Israel's offer involves a six-week period during which Israeli forces will withdraw from all populated areas in Gaza. This phase also includes a comprehensive ceasefire and the release of numerous hostages, including women, the elderly, and the wounded, in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
#Hamas #IsraelCeasefireDeal #IsraelHamasCeasefire #BidenHamasCeasefire #AllEyesOnRafah #CeasefireDeal #GazaConflict #MiddleEastPeace #HostageExchange #IsraelGaza #PeaceNegotiations #WarInGaza #HumanitarianCrisis #ConflictResolution #InternationalRelations #DiplomaticEfforts #PeaceProposal #GazaWar2024 #CeasefireAgreement
Biden unveiled three-phase Israeli proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza at the White House. Hamas has reacted positively to the deal but Biden acknowledged keeping it on track would be difficult.
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In a bold statement, Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the Political Bureau of Hamas, accused the Israeli regime of deliberately extending ceasefire negotiations to perpetuate its aggressive military campaign against the Gaza Strip. Speaking at an event in Beirut, Haniyeh criticised Israel's tactics and reaffirmed the resistance movement's commitment to not being manipulated by these manoeuvres.
#Hamas #IsmailHaniyeh #AllEyesOnRafah #CeasefireDeal #GazaConflict #MiddleEastPeace #HostageExchange #IsraelGaza #PeaceNegotiations #WarInGaza #HumanitarianCrisis #ConflictResolution #InternationalRelations #DiplomaticEfforts #PeaceProposal #GazaWar2024 #CeasefireAgreement
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The Lebanese Islamic resistance movement Hezbollah has issued a stern warning to Israel, cautioning against any expansion of its military aggression into Lebanon. Hezbollah's deputy chief, Sheikh Naim Qassem, delivered the warning during a ceremony in Beirut's southern suburbs on Thursday, commemorating four of the movement's members who were martyred by Israeli strikes.
#Hezbollah #HezbollahWarnsIsrael #Lebanon #IsraelConflict #MiddleEastTensions #ResistanceMovement #GazaSupport #IsraeliAggression #RegionalStability #MilitaryPreparedness #NaimQassem #GazaStruggle #DefenseStrategy #ConflictEscalation #MissileStrikes #GlobalSecurity
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Scotland "stayed together" to deal with the distraction of a protester and a delayed kick-off to sweep past Israel, explains captain Rachel Corsie. BBC Sport
Russia pummeled Ukraine’s energy infrastructure with a large-scale drone and missile attack on Saturday, injuring at least 19 people, local officials said.
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In a stark assessment delivered at the Collective Security Treaty Organization's defense ministers’ meeting in Kazakhstan, Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov revealed that Ukraine has lost over 35,000 troops and thousands of pieces of weaponry in May alone. Belousov emphasized that the Russian military is systematically reducing Ukraine’s combat potential, crippling their ability to resist effectively. Faced with significant battlefield losses, Kiev has resorted to intensified attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure in an attempt to demonstrate strength to its Western supporters.
#Ukraine #Russia #MilitaryLosses #UkraineWar #ConflictUpdate #DefenseMinister #AndreyBelousov #WarInUkraine #MilitaryNews #Geopolitics #Oneindia
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In a notable development, senior Ukrainian MP Aleksey Goncharenko announced on Friday that the first group of French military instructors is en route to Ukraine. This move follows authorization from Ukraine's top commander, Aleksandr Syrsky, permitting the presence of French personnel in the country. Goncharenko, a member of the Ukrainian parliament and delegate to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “My sources informed me that the first group of French instructors is already on its way to Ukraine”
#France #Putin #Ukraine #NATO #MilitaryTraining #UkraineConflict #RussiaUkraineWar #InternationalRelations #Geopolitics #MilitarySupport #EuropeanSecurity #FrenchTroops #DefenseStrategy #ConflictEscalation #GlobalTensions
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