Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 12/31/25: Israel Bans Dozens of Aid Groups From Gaza, Zelensky: US Mulls Sending Troops to Ukraine, and More
Dec 31, 2025
In this discussion, Israel's controversial ban on 37 NGOs highlights the challenges facing aid efforts in Gaza. A tragic report about an 11-year-old girl killed amid ceasefire violations underscores ongoing tensions. The U.S. funding an $8.6 billion deal for Israeli F-15s raises questions about military involvement. Meanwhile, Zelensky hints at possible U.S. troop deployments to Ukraine for security guarantees. Additionally, an alarming CIA drone strike in Venezuela adds to international concerns.
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Mass Aid Group Bans Threaten Gaza Relief
- Israel will ban 37 major international aid groups from Gaza, including Doctors Without Borders and Oxfam, starting Jan 1st.
- Dave DeCamp says the rules force NGOs to hand over staff data and bar organizations for 'delegitimization' or past support for boycotts, giving Israel broad discretion.
Ceasefire Claims Clash With Ongoing Civilian Deaths
- Israeli forces continued strikes during the U.S.-backed ceasefire, killing civilians including an 11-year-old girl in Gaza City.
- Dave DeCamp highlights discrepancies between official U.S. praise of Israeli compliance and ongoing civilian deaths.
U.S.-Funded F-15 Deal Fuels Israeli Airpower
- The U.S. awarded Boeing an up-to $8.6 billion contract to sell Israel F-15s, funded by U.S. foreign military financing.
- Dave DeCamp notes mainstream U.S. coverage often omits that American aid is paying for the jets used in Gaza operations.