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10 June 2022

The Hill | Senate panel approves Finland, Sweden’s bid to join NATO

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The Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Thursday easily passed a resolution pressing NATO to quickly admit Finland and Sweden, a sign of bipartisan agreement about pushing back on Russian aggression.

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In a voice vote, the committee approved the measure supporting the two Nordic states’ entrance into the security alliance and urged other NATO members to do the same. There were no objections.

Military Times | VA to suspend all caregiver reassessments amid concerns about program rules

Military Times | Despite promises of inclusivity, VA motto remains focused on men

Stars and Stripes | US approves sale of $120 million in warship parts to Taiwan, irking China

Stars and Stripes | House lawmakers seek additional oversight for privatized military housing to address hazardous living conditions

Los Angeles Times | Another military craft crashes in California desert; 1 hurt in Navy helicopter accident

Wall Street Journal | U.S. proposes helping Israel, Arab states harden air defenses against Iran

Associated Press | 3 foreigners who fought for Ukraine sentenced to death

Washington Post | Swirling doubts herald major shifts at upcoming Chinese political meeting

The Hill | Putin compares self to Peter the Great, says he is taking back Russian lands

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