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Netanyahu Threatens US Aid Amid Escalating Regional Tensions

5/13/2025

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hinted at the possibility of cutting the $4 billion in annual US military aid, signaling escalating tensions with President Trump over Iran and Gaza. In a separate development, a ceasefire was reached with the Houthis, yet their ongoing threats against Israel add further complexity to an already volatile region.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hinted at the possibility of cutting the $4 billion in annual US military aid, signaling escalating tensions with President Trump over Iran and Gaza. In a separate development, a ceasefire was reached with the Houthis, yet their ongoing threats against Israel add further complexity to an already volatile region.