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War in Ukraine
WORLD BRIEFING: February 10, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Feb. 11, 2024
US
Biden Warns Netenyahu that Israel is Going Too Far In Gaza
In his sharpest criticism to date, Biden says Israel’s response in Gaza ‘over the top’.
Feb. 10, 2024
Ukraine
Ukraine Bill Progresses in US Senate, Faces Impasse in House of Representatives
The $95.3 billion combined aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan has made some progress in the US Senate, but challenges in the lower chamber could still derail Kyiv’s much-needed aid.
Feb. 10, 2024
War in Ukraine
What You Actually Need to Know About the US Assistance Package to Ukraine
The numbers behind future US military assistance to Ukraine – if Congress ever approves it – seem pretty straightforward, but there’s a lot of fine print in H.R. 815.
Feb. 7, 2024
US
US Lawmakers Reject $17.6 Billion Israel Aid Bill
The standalone bill was also opposed by 13 Republicans as it did not contain budgetary offsets that conservatives have been pushing for with every proposal for new spending.
Feb. 7, 2024
Israel
OPINION: South Africa’s Double Standards
South Africa’s allegations of genocide against Israel come in the wake of its UN abstention following Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, and its joint naval drills with Russia and China.
Feb. 5, 2024
US
WORLD BRIEFING: February 3, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Feb. 3, 2024
Ukraine
Interview with Israeli-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce Chairman Evgeny Shulgin
Economic and cultural links between Israel and Ukraine are significant. Both nations are united by the common threat of the Tehran/Moscow axis, but their connections are most apparent in business.
Feb. 1, 2024
Israel’s Flagship Carrier Suspends Moscow Flights Over Security Concerns
The airline said it would halt service on the route from June 25 until further notice after recurring drone threats and airspace restrictions made flight operations increasingly unpredictable.
June 25, 2026
