Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp

3/3/25: Israel Blocks All Aid to Gaza as US Sends Weapons, Zelensky Clashes With Trump and Vanze, and More

Mar 3, 2025
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza escalates as Israel blocks all aid, raising alarms about the impact on civilians, especially children. U.S. military support for Israel intensifies with a new wave of arms sales. Tensions rise as Zelensky confronts Trump over military aid and a botched minerals deal. The U.S. increases drone strikes against groups in Somalia and Syria, while also unfreezing military aid for Taiwan amidst rising Chinese assertiveness. Meanwhile, debates around NATO's relevance heat up as some lawmakers push for a U.S. exit.
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Gaza Siege

  • Israel imposed a total siege on Gaza, blocking all aid, including humanitarian assistance.
  • This follows the expiration of the first phase of the ceasefire and stalled negotiations on the second phase.
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US Military Aid to Israel

  • The US approved $4 billion in military aid to Israel, expedited by Senator Rubio.
  • This aid package includes bombs and bulldozers, raising concerns about escalating violence in Gaza.
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Failed Mineral Deal

  • Zelensky's confrontation with Trump and Vance led to the collapse of a mineral deal.
  • This deal would have given the U.S. access to Ukrainian resources.
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