Hungary Snubs U.S. Senators Pushing for Sweden’s Entry Into NATO
Officials in Budapest declined to meet with a bipartisan group of American lawmakers who favor expanding the military alliance.
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‘Dictators Do Not Go on Vacation,’ Zelensky Warns Washington and Europe
President Volodymyr Zelensky pushed back against skepticism of a Ukraine victory, calling on world leaders not to ask when the war would end, but why Russia was still able to wage it.
Senate Democrats Challenge Biden on Israel, Seeking Assurances About Aid
A majority of the Democratic caucus signed a letter asking President Biden to ensure that Israel has a viable plan for defeating Hamas and will use U.S. military assistance in keeping with international law.
Democrats in Congress Weigh Calls for Cease-Fire Amid Pressure From the Left
They have grown more vocal about urging measures to mitigate civilian casualties in Gaza, but supporters of a cease-fire are few and far between.
U.S. Approves $320 Million Sale of Guided Bomb Equipment to Israel
Israel has been using the kits during its bombing campaign in Gaza.
Jacob Lew Is Confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to Israel
The vote reflected deep partisan divisions over Jacob Lew’s nomination, which nearly all Senate Republicans voted against.
Israel-Hamas War Raises the Potential for an Attack Against the U.S., FBI Says
Christopher A. Wray, the agency’s director, warned senators that several foreign terrorist organizations have called for attacks against Americans since the Oct. 7 assault on Israel by Hamas.
Bush’s Institute Issues an Urgent Plea for Congress to Renew His AIDS Program
PEPFAR, created by President George W. Bush in 2003 to combat the disease, faces an uncertain future now that its authorizing legislation has lapsed.
Biden Administration Seeks Emergency Aid Package for Both Israel and Ukraine
Aid to Ukraine lapsed last month amid Republican resistance, while aid for Israel in its war with Hamas has drawn bipartisan support in recent days.
Schumer Plans Vote of Support Upon Returning From Israel
A delegation led by Senator Chuck Schumer, the majority leader, will meet with senior Israeli officials to discuss an aid package this weekend.