"House Republicans Propose Standalone Bill for Increased Military Aid to Israel, Excluding Ukraine"

House Republicans plan to push a $17.6 billion military aid package for Israel, omitting additional aid for Ukraine, while highlighting challenges in passing a comprehensive national security package. The move aims to demonstrate support for Israel, but faces slim chances in the Senate. The bill includes $4 billion for missile defense systems and $1.2 billion to counter short-range threats for Israel, with provisions to replenish U.S. weapons stocks and support current military operations in the region.