The American Senate remains currently divided over if they should remain in session, as negotiators hint at progress regarding the highly debated border package. These discussions have been ongoing for weeks, and it seems as though last night, some significant strides were made.
Many involved negotiators believe it might be beneficial to stay in Washington to continue working through these talks, with the hope of reaching an agreement - an agreement that would unlock more funding for Ukraine. However, some Republican members oppose this stance, suggesting that these negotiations are not close to seeing a breakthrough. After countless discussions, they have yet to reach their goal, making it seem more worthwhile for the members to head home, take a break and reconvene in the new year.
A crucial point in this decision-making process was the recent visit of the President of Ukraine to Capitol Hill. Here, he pleaded with senators in a bipartisan briefing, imploring them to rally behind additional funding for Ukraine. However, he couldn't address the issue of the southern border, which has been a topic of concern amongst members for several weeks. While there's strong push to reach an agreement, it's still uncertain if there's enough time to seal this accord before the holidays unfold.
In other news, family members of American hostages being held in Gaza met with President Biden recently. The families reported that the administration has demonstrated firm support in their efforts to bring the hostages home. However, amidst this, President Biden's support for Israel seems to be wavering. In a recent public statement, he pointed out that Israel is beginning to lose global backing in its conflict with Hamas due to its indiscriminate actions. This marks a potentially significant shift in the ongoing geopolitical relations in the Middle East. As the year ends, all eyes will be on the Senate's decision, the situation in Gaza, and President Biden's evolving stance on Israel.
