U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson is under growing pressure to approve significant aid packages for Israel and Ukraine amidst geopolitical tensions following an Iranian attack on Israel.
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson faces pressure to approve a significant aid package following an Iranian attack on Israel. Johnson, a Republican, previously halted a $95 billion bill after it cleared the Senate, which was to support Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. While committed to supporting Israel, Johnson has not confirmed whether the aid will also encompass Ukraine. Discussions within Congress reveal a bipartisan call, urging the approval of $14.1 billion for Israel and $60 billion for Ukraine. This decision stems amidst a wider political divide, particularly over funds destined for Ukraine.
In the UK, the then-Prime Minister Boris Johnson publicly supported Donald Trump’s bid for re-election, relating it to the ongoing conflict involving Ukraine. Boris Johnson’s endorsement came despite a tense situation in the US Congress over a proposed $60 billion aid package for Ukraine, which some conservatives prefer to extend as a loan. Boris Johnson, who has expressed his support for US aid to Ukraine, advocated for assessing Trump’s record on international affairs. This endorsement was made before Boris Johnson resigned from his roles as both Prime Minister and MP. His statements had highlighted Trump’s previous actions in regions like Iran and Syria, suggesting these should influence views on his re-election prospects.
These developments underscore the intertwined nature of international political support and foreign aid, touching upon significant geopolitical issues in the U.S. and UK.
