US aid package bolsters Israel's defense against Hamas, Hezbollah, and other threats: Biden

Published February 13th, 2024 - 07:34 GMT
Joe Biden
US President Joe Biden speaks in the State Dining Room of the White House on February 6, 2024 in Washington, DC. Biden urged Congress to pass the Emergency National Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP)
Highlights
He declared the aid package as meeting national security priorities in the Middle East, signaling Washington's commitment as a trustworthy partner.

ALBAWABA- In a move addressing Middle East unrest, the US Senate has approved a significant aid package totaling $90 billion for Israel and Ukraine. 

President Biden emphasized that the aid package provides crucial support for Israel's defense against threats posed by groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. 

He underscored the importance of bolstering forces combating militias backed by Iran, highlighting the package's increased assistance in this regard.

President Biden emphasized the pivotal moment in history the nation faces, stressing that decisions made now will shape the future for decades to come. 

He declared the aid package as meeting national security priorities in the Middle East, signaling Washington's commitment as a trustworthy partner.

The Senate's passage of the aid package sends a clear message of support to both Israel and Ukraine, reinforcing the US stance as a reliable ally in the region.

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