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U.S. may consider ending COVID vaccine mandate for military: White House: According to Defense Department data, 3,717 Marines, 1,816 soldiers and 2 ...
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U.S. may consider ending COVID vaccine mandate for military: White House: According to Defense Department data, 3,717 Marines, 1,816 soldiers and 2 ...
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US secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine: Biden had previously held back Atacms system out of fears of escalating war with Russia
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US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine : The US State Department said Wednesday that America sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine for use ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
US set to impose sanctions on Israeli military unit over alleged human rights abuses
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.
- The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.
- War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.
- Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.
Why so many Chinese graduates cannot find work: Our number-crunching suggests that their plight could be much worse than previously thought
economist.com/china/2024/04/18/why-so-many-chinese-graduates-cannot-find-work
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Five rockets fired from Iraq towards U.S. military base in Syria: At least five rockets were launched from Iraq's town of Zummar towards a U.S ...
reuters.com/world/five-rockets-fired-iraq-towards-us-military-base-syria-security-sources-say-2024-04-21/
Has Taylor Swift peaked?: The musician is at the height of her commercial, but not her creative, power
economist.com/culture/2024/04/24/has-taylor-swift-peaked
Ukraine aid vote: US House of Representatives to vote on critical $61bn package - BBC News
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
The right starts to reckon with its Marjorie Taylor Greene problem: The party elevated her when it helped Kevin McCarthy win the speakership 15 months ago — ...
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Quick Glance: The Right Grapples with Marjorie Taylor Greene's Impact
- Kevin McCarthy's concessions led to repercussions for both him and the Republican Party.
- Greene faces criticism from conservative media and politicians who see her as a liability to the party.
- Her controversial actions and missteps have resulted in increased scrutiny, even from within her own party.
- The GOP base is not fully aligned with Greene's pursuits, indicating growing doubts about her ability to represent the party.
"Ungovernable": How Republicans willingly gave up their power in the House of Representatives
axios.com/2024/04/23/republicans-speaker-motion-vacate-rules-committee
Philippines, US troops begin annual combat drills : Nearly 17,000 Filipino and American troops will begin a three-week joint combat training exercise in the ...
reuters.com/world/philippines-us-troops-begin-annual-combat-drills-2024-04-22/
North Korean official lambasts US over sanctions, state media says: North Korea will take more action to maintain its military power despite U.S ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/north-korean-official-lambasts-us-over-sanctions-state-media-says-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Why South Korean pop culture rocks and North Korea’s does not: Dictatorship stifles creativity and joy
economist.com/culture/2024/04/22/why-south-korean-pop-culture-rocks-and-north-koreas-does-not
Finally, America’s Congress does right by Ukraine: Disaster has been dodged. But the political malaise that delayed the Ukraine funding bill remains
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/20/finally-americas-congress-does-right-by-ukraine
German leader says Europe must keep increasing aid to Ukraine after US approves new military help
apnews.com/article/germany-britain-ukraine-weapons-taurus-f57a07334852bff010bdc1e382521ca2
US pullout from Niger driven by discord over democratic transition, official says
reuters.com/world/africa/us-withdrawal-niger-driven-partly-by-discord-over-democratic-transition-us-2024-04-24/
Just 1 in 5 want Johnson replaced as Speaker: Survey: Only 1 in 5 Americans want Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to be replaced, according to a new poll ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4618204-just-1-in-5-want-johnson-replaced-as-speaker-survey/
Lauren Boebert Gets Support for Becoming House Speaker: Representative Matt Gaetz said he believes the congresswoman would do a better job in the role than ...
newsweek.com/lauren-boebert-gets-support-becoming-house-speaker-1892294
Third House Republican backs Johnson ouster: Rep. Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) announced Friday that he will co-sponsor Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s (R-Ga ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4605126-speaker-johnson-ouster-gosar/
Don’t be gloomy about Tesla and its EV rivals : The industry has had a terrible few months. But demand is likely to pick up
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/24/dont-be-gloomy-about-tesla-and-its-ev-rivals
Middle East updates: Israel angered by possible US sanctions: Israel's leadership has voiced indignation after reports that Washington intends to announce ...
dw.com/en/middle-east-updates-israel-angered-by-possible-us-sanctions/live-68881098
Two years of war have impoverished many Ukrainians: The elderly, the displaced and the disabled are the worst affected
economist.com/europe/2024/04/21/two-years-of-war-have-impoverished-many-ukrainians
Efforts to tackle student protests in America have backfired badly: Police intervention at Columbia has provoked protests at other universities
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/23/efforts-to-tackle-student-protests-in-america-have-backfired-badly
Drone, rocket attacks targeted US forces in Iraq, US officials say: U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria faced two separate rocket and explosive drone attacks in less ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/drone-rocket-attacks-targeted-us-forces-iraq-us-officials-say-2024-04-22/
ATACMS missiles possibly included in next US aid package for Ukraine – CNN: Ukraines next package of US military aid, likely worth US$1 billion ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/23/7452640/
How Israel Is Defending Against Iran's Drone Attack: The Iron Dome is going to be put to the test—but it's not Israel's only line of defense.
wired.com/story/iran-israel-drone-attack-iron-dome/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Greene says she doesn’t care if ‘Speaker’s office becomes a revolving door’: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said Thursday she doesn’t care if the “Speaker’s ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4603178-greene-says-she-doesnt-care-if-speakers-office-becomes-a-revolving-door/
Why the US might put sanctions on an Israeli army battalion : An Israeli army battalion, Netzah Yehuda, may, among other things, be excluded from receiving US ...
dw.com/en/israel-us-plans-to-sanction-an-idf-unit/a-68902127
How Russia targeted France and radicalised Emmanuel Macron: He is now one of Europe’s leading Russia hawks
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/how-russia-targeted-france-and-radicalised-emmanuel-macron
Johnson temporarily dodges ouster vote as House passes foreign aid: Conservative rebels are hoping the week-long recess will build support for their pending ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/20/johnson-mvp-house-foreign-aid-00153497
McGovern: Democrats won’t be ‘cheap date’ to help Speaker Johnson keep his job: Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) said Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) needs to understand ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4616656-mcgovern-democrats-wont-be-cheap-date-to-help-speaker-johnson-keep-his-job/
Reasons to be cheerful about Generation Z: They are not doomed to be poor and anxious
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/reasons-to-be-cheerful-about-generation-z
Congress tells China: sell TikTok or we’ll ban it: Only America’s courts can save the video app now
economist.com/business/2024/04/24/congress-tells-china-sell-tiktok-or-well-ban-it
Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
- President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.
- This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.
- TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.
- This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
Israel says US military aid sends 'strong message' to enemies: UN human rights chief Volker Turk called for an "independent" probe into the ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/israel-united-states-military-aid-thanks-strong-message-4288151
Primary schools in Britain are beginning to close : A baby bust is starting to work its way through the system
economist.com/britain/2024/04/11/primary-schools-in-britain-are-beginning-to-close
US to withdraw military personnel from Niger, source says: The United States will withdraw its troops from Niger, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters ...
reuters.com/world/us-withdraw-military-personnel-niger-source-says-2024-04-19/
DARPA tests fully unmanned robotic fighting vehicles: DARPA, the U.S. military's research department, announced that it has tested fully unmanned robotic ...
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Israel responds to Iran’s barrage with a symbolic strike: Both sides have a chance to de-escalate their conflict, at least for now
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/19/israel-responds-to-irans-barrage-with-a-symbolic-strike
US weighs sending additional military advisers to Ukraine as Russia gains momentum
politico.com/news/2024/04/20/us-troops-ukraine-00153499
Frozen Russian assets will soon pay for Ukraine’s war: And America now hopes to convince others to make better use of the stash
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/frozen-russian-assets-will-soon-pay-for-ukraines-war
Russia says US support for Ukraine will end as ‘humiliating fiasco’ like ‘Vietnam and Afghanistan’
thehill.com/policy/defense/4610062-russia-says-us-support-for-ukraine-will-end-as-humiliating-fiasco-like-vietnam-and-afghanistan/
“We have to make Biden lose”: Arab-Americans are switching to Trump: Anger over Gaza in the swing state of Michigan might cost the president the election
economist.com/1843/2024/04/24/we-have-to-make-biden-lose-arab-americans-are-switching-to-trump
The House of Representatives gives Ukraine its best news in a year: $61bn of aid is on the way. It should have an almost instant effect
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/20/the-house-of-representatives-just-gave-ukraine-the-best-news-it-has-had-for-a-year
Trump v Biden: who’s ahead in the latest polls?: The Economist is tracking the race to be America’s next president
economist.com/interactive/us-2024-election/trump-biden-polls
US agrees to withdraw troops from key drone base in Niger: The United States agreed Friday to withdraw its more than 1,000 troops from Niger, officials said ...
france24.com/en/africa/20240420-us-agrees-to-withdraw-troops-from-key-drone-base-in-niger
PM Sunak to announce largest-ever military aid package to Ukraine during visit to Poland
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Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.
- Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.
- The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.
- The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Kremlin says any new 'colonial' U.S. aid to Ukraine won't change frontline situation
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How to get more people into military uniforms: Why mandatory military service makes sense for some countries but not others
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/how-to-get-more-people-into-military-uniforms
How Iran covered up the damage from Israel’s strikes: New images shared with The Economist show how a swap helped calm a crisis
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/24/how-iran-covered-up-the-damage-from-israels-strikes
US troops thwart drone attack in Iraq, the first in months: U.S. troops on Monday shot down two drones outside a base in Iraq, the first time American forces ...
thehill.com/policy/defense/4616400-us-troops-thwart-drone-attack-in-iraq-the-first-in-months/
GOP lawmaker blames ‘Gaetz and 7 useful idiots’ for House turmoil: Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) blamed Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and “seven useful idiots” for ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4604636-gop-rep-blames-gaetz-and-seven-useful-idiots-for-house-turmoil/
Why the stockmarket is disappearing: Large companies such as ByteDance, OpenAI and Stripe are staying private
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/why-the-stockmarket-is-disappearing
Iraq's Kataib Hezbollah denies saying it resumes attacks on US forces: Iraqi armed faction Kataib Hezbollah has denied issuing a statement saying it had resumed ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/iraqs-kataib-hezbollah-denies-saying-it-resumes-attacks-us-forces-2024-04-22/
🔊 What you need to know today:
-Opening arguments to begin in Trump’s trial
-IDF unit faces US sanction threat
-Zelenskiy welcomes passage of US military aid ...
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McCarthy on Greene’s move to vacate Johnson: ‘I don’t think it’ll ever happen’ : Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) poured cold water on the prospect ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4595651-mccarthy-mtg-vacate-johnson/
Kinzinger, Santorum among former lawmakers backing Johnson on Ukraine aid: A coalition of former lawmakers on Saturday sent a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4608286-kinzinger-santorum-among-former-lawmakers-backing-johnson-on-ukraine-aid/
Would you really die for your country?: Military conscription is on the agenda in the rich world
economist.com/international/2024/04/17/would-you-really-die-for-your-country
Who will lead the LVMH luxury empire?: Bernard Arnault sizes up his heirs apparent
economist.com/business/2024/04/18/who-will-lead-the-lvmh-luxury-empire
Go long against Iran: Israel needs time to win back its allies, and to see that tight military cooperation is the key to success in the larger war
blogs.timesofisrael.com/go-long-against-iran/
The growing role of fighting robots on the ground in Ukraine: Drones already fill the skies. Now uncrewed vehicles are heading to the front lines
economist.com/the-economist-explains/2024/04/19/the-growing-role-of-fighting-robots-on-the-ground-in-ukraine
Generation Z is unprecedentedly rich: Millennials were poorer at this stage in their lives. So were baby-boomers
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/16/generation-z-is-unprecedentedly-rich
After Dobbs, Americans are turning to permanent contraception: More young women are tying their tubes
economist.com/graphic-detail/2024/04/19/after-dobbs-americans-are-turning-to-permanent-contraception
US military aid alone won't be enough to defeat Russia – Ukraine's foreign minister
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/24/7452789/
Ukraine holds its breath as US set to approve $60bn of military aid: The Ukraine aid bill, passed in the United States’ House of Representatives on ...
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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Comer denounces Greene’s motion to vacate Speaker: ‘Not the right business model’
thehill.com/homenews/house/4606860-comer-denounces-greene-motion-to-vacate-speaker/
As Russia’s attacks step up, Ukraine fears waning Western support: An interview with the country’s new national security chief
economist.com/europe/2024/04/15/as-russias-attacks-step-up-ukraine-fears-waning-western-support
3 Men Rescued from Pacific Island After Writing ‘Help’ With Palm Leaves: American rescuers found the lost sailors on a tiny uninhabited island in Micronesia with ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/11/world/asia/pacific-island-rescue-us-coast-guard.html
Quick Glance: Rescue of Stranded Mariners Using Palm Leaves
- Three sailors were rescued from a remote Pacific Island after being stranded for over a week and using palm leaves to write 'HELP' on the white sand beach, as announced by the U.S. Coast Guard.
- The men found themselves stranded on Pikelot Atoll after their boat was damaged during a fishing trip on March 31.
- Initiation of the search and rescue operation occurred on April 6 when a family member of the sailors contacted the Joint Rescue Sub-Center (JRSC) Guam due to their absence.
- Survival supplies were effectively provided to the stranded sailors until the USCGC Oliver Henry redirected to Pikelot Atoll on April 9 to finalize the rescue operation, according to officials.
Senate OKs $95 Billion for Ukraine, Israel & Taiwan: The U.S. Senate has approved a $95 billion foreign and military aid package to help Ukraine ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/24/headlines/senate_oks_95_billion_for_ukraine_israel_taiwan
What to read to understand Chechnya: Four books and a film that unpack an influential region of Russia
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/16/what-to-read-to-understand-chechnya
CNN: Some US military aid for Ukraine already in Poland, Germany: Some of the U.S. military aid for Ukraine is already in Germany and Poland ...
kyivindependent.com/cnn-some-us-military-aid-already/
Ukraine is ignoring US warnings to end drone operations inside Russia: Its superdrones can reach targets as far away as Siberia
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/ukraine-is-ignoring-us-warnings-to-end-drone-operations-inside-russia
Iran strikes at Israel in attack that risks sparking Middle East war: Iran launched a retaliatory attack against Israel on Saturday that risks sparking a ...
nbcnews.com/news/world/iran-strikes-israeli-targets-rcna147407
Gingrich: ‘It would be totally stupid’ to move forward with motion to oust Johnson
thehill.com/homenews/house/4604847-gingrich-johnson-motion-vacate/
A conservative strategist on how Joe Biden can win: Sarah Longwell says “double-haters” will decide the election
economist.com/by-invitation/2024/04/23/a-conservative-strategist-on-how-joe-biden-can-win
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
- President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.
- He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.
- Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.
- Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
US Space Force readies for first-of-its-kind military exercise in Earth orbit : The United States' military branch for possible conflicts outside the Earth ...
wionews.com/technology/us-space-force-readies-for-first-of-its-kind-military-exercise-in-earth-orbit-711464
Israel launches missile strikes into Iran in response to Tehran's attack Sunday: There are also reports of explosions in Iraq and Syria. The extent of Israel's ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1245763498/israel-iran-missile-strikes
Trump backs Johnson amid Greene ouster threat: ‘He’s doing a very good job’: Former President Trump threw his support behind Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4591214-trump-johnson-ouster-threat-greene/
Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.
- Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.
- In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.
- Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.
The dark side of growing old: A coming wave of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia will test China to its limits
economist.com/china/2024/04/18/the-dark-side-of-growing-old
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US military destroyed 80 drones, 6 missiles launched from Iran, Yemen, US Centcom says
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Ukraine in Dire Situation With US Aid Delayed, Joint Chiefs of Staff Brown Says: Ukraine faces “dire” battlefield conditions as delays to US military aid drag on ...
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