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Senate Republicans block Ukraine and Israel aid bill

Author: Editors Desk Source: BBC News:
December 6, 2023 at 21:14
Activists picket the US Capitol ahead of the vote on Ukraine funding on December 6, 2023 in Washington, DC. ©  Leigh Vogel/Getty Images
Activists picket the US Capitol ahead of the vote on Ukraine funding on December 6, 2023 in Washington, DC. © Leigh Vogel/Getty Images
Senate Republicans have blocked a move to pass an aid bill for Ukraine after failing to secure border compromises they sought in exchange.  

The $110bn (£87.3bn) package included $61bn for Ukraine, as well as funds for Israel and aid for Gaza.

Republicans are insisting that any aid to Ukraine be tied to sweeping US immigration and asylum reforms.

The White House has warned that US funds for Ukraine could soon run out.

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