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Pretending The US Can't Just Drive Aid Into Gaza

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1411 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Aid Gaza Propaganda Genocide
  1. The Biden administration is planning to set up a temporary pier in Gaza to deliver aid, despite facing obstacles.
  2. There is a manipulation tactics report revealing how different words frame discussions on Gaza for public consumption.
  3. Criticism of West Bank settlements often takes precedence over condemning the genocide in Gaza, revealing underlying political complexities.

When Presidents Show Backbone, Israel Caves

Spoils of War • 589 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Policy Presidents Congress United Nations Aid
  1. U.S. presidents have historically influenced Israel's actions by showing backbone and making clear demands.
  2. Actions taken by U.S. presidents like Eisenhower and Carter have led Israel to comply with international resolutions.
  3. Threats of trade sanctions and aid cutoffs have been effective in pushing Israel to withdraw from occupied territories.

Weekend Update #69. Ukraine Does Better in South Carolina than Expected

Phillips’s Newsletter • 125 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Foreign Policy Aid Republican party Congress
  1. South Carolina primary shows divisions in Republican Party over Trump's stance on Ukraine
  2. Ukraine facing challenges with ammunition supply, leading to withdrawals from exposed positions
  3. Ukraine's success in deconstructing Russian air power is hindered by low anti-air ammunition and Russian losses in key aircraft
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