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The US Senate is advancing an aid package for Ukraine and Israel, despite opposition from some Republicans. Ukraine accuses Russia of using Elon Musk's Starlink terminals to aid its invasion. Ukraine's military says it has destroyed 14 Russian drones. Russia launched a barrage of 45 drones over Ukraine.

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The story revolves around several key events. First, it is reported that Russia has launched a barrage of 45 drones over Ukraine [Voanews]. Ukraine's military claims that its air defenses have destroyed 14 Russian drones [Voanews]. Ukrainian officials also allege that Russian forces are using Elon Musk's Starlink terminals near the front [Fortune]. Musk denies these allegations [Newsweek].

In the midst of this conflict, the US Senate is pushing forward with an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan [Newsmax]. The aid package clears a key procedural vote in the Senate [Channel News Asia]. However, there is opposition from some Republican lawmakers, including former President Trump [Forbes].

The timing of the aid package is seen as crucial as Russia's aggression in Ukraine increases. The passage of the aid package is seen as a message to Russia [Newsmax]. The Senate's actions are said to be watched closely around the world [The Hill].

The reports of Russian drones and the alleged use of Starlink by Russian forces in Ukraine have sparked international attention. Ukraine claims to have proof of Russian troops using Starlink, while SpaceX denies the allegations [Forbes]. EU leaders are reported to have phoned a pro-Putin member and sent crash threats over the Ukraine aid hurdle [Hindustan Times].

Overall, the story highlights the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the increasing use of drones in the conflict, and the US Senate's efforts to provide aid to Ukraine. It also addresses the controversy surrounding the alleged use of Starlink by Russian forces and the opposition to the aid package from some US lawmakers.

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Thread Age 170 days

Number of Articles 232

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US 72.9%

Non-US 27.1%

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Ukraine: Russian Forces Obtaining Musk's Starlink Via Third Countries

NewsMax - 166 days ago - Russian forces are obtaining Starlink satellite terminals illicitly from third countries and increasing their use on the front line, the Ukrainian military spy agency's spokesperson told Reuters on Monday, without explaining how he knew.

US Senate forges ahead on Ukraine, Israel aid as 'Putin is watching'

marketscreenercom - 166 days ago - The U.S. Senate on Monday will attempt to steer a $95.34 billion package containing aid for Ukraine and Israel to passage this week following months of delays, even as it lacked any guarantee that...

Elon Musk Denies ‘False’ Reports Starlink Sold to Russia

Newsweek - 166 days ago - Ukraine relies on Starlink, operated by Musk's SpaceX, to carry out crucial missions against Russian forces.

Ukraine’s Military Says Air Defenses Destroyed 14 Russian Drones

Voice of America English News - 166 days ago - Russia denies its forces used Starlink communications system.

Russian Missile & Drone Barrage Intensifies As Ukraine War Anniversary Draws Close | Watch

Hindustan Times - 166 days ago - Russia continued to bombard Ukraine, by launching 17 Iranian-made Shahed drones towards Ukraine. Air defence systems claimed to have downed 14 of them. Kharkiv and Kyiv were among the regions targeted by Russia once again. On the intervening night of Feb 10-11, 40 drones were fired towards nine Ukrainian regions. The drone blitz reportedly continued for over fiver hours. The attacks have intensified as the third war anniversary draws close. Watch for more details.

Ukraine destroys 14 of 17 Russia-launched drones - Ukraine air force

marketscreenercom - 166 days ago - Ukraine's air defence systems destroyed 14 out of 17 drones that Russia launched overnight and one Kh-59 cruise missile, Ukraine's Air Force said on Monday....

Russia Launches Barrage of 45 Drones over Ukraine

NewsMax - 166 days ago - Russian forces launched 45 drones over Ukraine in a five-and-a-half-hour barrage Sunday, officials said, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continued the reshuffle of his war cabinet as the war enters its third year.In a statement, the Ukrainian air force said it...

Ukraine says Russia uses Musk’s Starlink terminals at front

japantimescojp - 166 days ago - Intercepted conversations between Russian troops indicate they had Starlink devices installed for internet access.

DISGUSTING: US Senate Advances $95 Billion Aid Package to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan in Rare Super Bowl Sunday Vote — Here are the 18 Republicans Who Voted with Democrats

The Gateway Pundit - 166 days ago - In an unusual session held on Super Bowl Sunday, the US Senate voted to move forward a substantial $95 billion aid package that will support Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with no southern border security provisions.

Aid For Israel And Ukraine Moves Forward In Senate—But Opposition From Right (And Trump) Looms

Forbes - 167 days ago - In a 67-27 vote the Senate advanced a $95 billion foreign aid bill on Sunday.

Russian forces using Musk’s Starlink in occupied areas, Ukraine says

The Australian Financial Review - 167 days ago - Russian forces are using Elon Musk’s Starlink terminals in occupied Ukraine at a ‘systemic’ rate, says Kyiv military intelligence agency.

Kyiv Destroys 40 Out Of 45 Drones Launched By Russia

International Business Times - 167 days ago - Ukraine said it destroyed most of the 45 attack drones launched by Russia overnight, with little damage reported on Sunday morning.

Russian forces using Musk’s Starlink in occupied areas, Ukraine says

The Globe and Mail - 167 days ago - Musk calls Ukrainian claims ‘categorically false’, says no Starlink terminals have been sold to Russia

Sen. Cotton: 'Serious Concerns' Remain on Ukraine, Israel Aid

NewsMax - 167 days ago - Sen. Tom Cotton, before Sunday's procedural Senate vote to advance a $95 billion supplemental aid bill for Ukraine and Israel, said he would be voting no, particularly after the failure of a bill that would have added border security to the measure.

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Ukraine: Russian Forces Obtaining Musk's Starlink Via Third Countries

US Senate forges ahead on Ukraine, Israel aid as 'Putin is watching'

Elon Musk Denies ‘False’ Reports Starlink Sold to Russia

Ukraine’s Military Says Air Defenses Destroyed 14 Russian Drones

Russian Missile & Drone Barrage Intensifies As Ukraine War Anniversary Draws Close | Watch

Ukraine destroys 14 of 17 Russia-launched drones - Ukraine air force

Russia Launches Barrage of 45 Drones over Ukraine

Ukraine says Russia uses Musk’s Starlink terminals at front

DISGUSTING: US Senate Advances $95 Billion Aid Package to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan in Rare Super Bowl Sunday Vote — Here are the 18 Republicans Who Voted with Democrats

Aid For Israel And Ukraine Moves Forward In Senate—But Opposition From Right (And Trump) Looms

Russian forces using Musk’s Starlink in occupied areas, Ukraine says

Kyiv Destroys 40 Out Of 45 Drones Launched By Russia

Russian forces using Musk’s Starlink in occupied areas, Ukraine says

Sen. Cotton: 'Serious Concerns' Remain on Ukraine, Israel Aid

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