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The US plans to fund a controversial $1.6 million study on hepatitis B vaccination in Guinea-Bissau, which critics deem highly unethical due to the withholding of proven effective vaccines and concerns over research integrity and global health implications, amid broader US vaccine policy changes influenced by anti-vaccine activism.
The United Nations faces a crisis of relevance and funding, worsened by the US's retreat under Trump, leading to paralysis in addressing global conflicts and issues, while China and other nations increase their influence amid the US's diminished role.
Donald Trump claimed the US sent $60 million in food aid to Gaza, expressing disappointment that he hasn't been thanked, amid ongoing tensions and international aid efforts in the region. He also discussed US-EU trade negotiations and his mood during a meeting with Ursula von der Leyen.
The appointment of Mike Waltz as US ambassador to the UN raises concerns about a potential shift towards an 'America first' approach, which could undermine UN initiatives, global development, and international cooperation, especially amid US funding cuts and ideological disagreements.
RFK Jr. announced that the U.S. will stop funding Gavi, a global vaccine alliance, a decision that experts warn could have deadly consequences for children in poor countries.
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the U.S. will halt funding to Gavi, the global vaccine alliance, citing concerns over vaccine safety and scientific integrity, prompting concerns about potential impacts on global vaccination efforts and disease control.
The US will cease funding Gavi, a global vaccine alliance, citing concerns over vaccine safety and questionable COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, despite Gavi's assurances of safety and adherence to WHO guidelines. The decision follows US skepticism about vaccine safety, with other donors pledging continued support.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the U.S. will withdraw funding from Gavi, accusing the organization of ignoring science and mishandling vaccine safety, which has sparked controversy amid debates on vaccine policies and global health efforts.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the United States will stop funding Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, until it re-establishes public trust, criticizing the organization for alleged neglect of vaccine safety and questionable COVID-19 vaccine recommendations. Gavi responded by emphasizing its commitment to vaccine safety and scientific review. The dispute highlights ongoing debates over vaccine policies and trust in global health organizations.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the US will stop funding Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, until it re-establishes public trust, criticizing the organization for neglecting vaccine safety and making questionable COVID-19 vaccine recommendations. Gavi responded by emphasizing its commitment to safety and independent review processes. The dispute occurs amid Gavi's efforts to raise funds for global vaccination initiatives.
The US is considering a $500 million funding for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation to deliver aid in Gaza, which could make the US the main donor and deepen its involvement in the conflict. The foundation faces operational challenges and incidents near aid centers, with debates over responsibility and oversight. International cooperation is complicated by political tensions, including opposition from the UAE and concerns over aid security and control.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Ukraine would lose the war against Russia if the US, its primary military supporter, cuts funding. He emphasized the importance of unity between Ukraine and the US, especially as some Republicans, including Trump's vice-presidential pick JD Vance, oppose continued support. Zelensky believes Trump could influence Putin to end the war, but the situation remains dire as Russian forces gain ground. Meanwhile, US President Biden has approved new military aid for Ukraine, including longer-range missiles and anti-personnel land mines.
The U.S. has agreed to provide Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. with up to $6.6 billion in funding to build advanced chip facilities in Arizona, aiming to boost domestic semiconductor production and enhance national security by reducing reliance on foreign suppliers. This investment is expected to attract $65 billion in private capital and create approximately 6,000 jobs. The initiative, announced before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, underscores the importance of domestic chip manufacturing for technologies like AI and military hardware. Taiwan Semiconductor is also expanding its global footprint with significant investments in Japan.
The House of Representatives passed a spending package that bars U.S. funding for UNRWA while providing billions in military aid to Israel, with just 22 Democrats opposing the bill. Critics, including members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, argue that the legislation continues unconditional funding for Israel while restricting humanitarian aid to Palestinians. The bill now heads to the Senate, and if passed, would prevent U.S. funding for UNRWA until 2025, exacerbating the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza.
A government funding deal between Congress and the White House includes a ban on direct U.S. funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) until March 2025, affecting its humanitarian operations in Gaza and other regions. The decision follows Israeli allegations of UNRWA employees' involvement in a terror attack, prompting a U.N. investigation. Advocates argue that the aid cutoff could worsen the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where thousands of children face malnutrition and lack of basic necessities. The move is seen as a political goal of the Israeli government, with Saudi Arabia announcing a $40 million donation to UNRWA, and the U.S. planning to increase humanitarian assistance to civilians in the region.