Stevenson’s army, December 15

– US “officials” are making clear to the media that the Biden administration wants Israel to reduce the intensity and shorten the duration of its operations in Gaza. Here’s NYT version. And from WSJ. And from Axios.  Israel seems to be resisting.

– CNN reports a DNI assessment — later confirmed by WaPo — that almost half Israeli air attacks have been with “dumb” bombs.

– Bulwark has detailed analysis of US views on Gaza war.

– Despite earlier reports of a work-around, Hungary vetoed additional EU aid to Ukraine at this time.

– NYT reports harsh Ukraine recruiting tactics

– AP explains the various US pots of money for Ukraine

On other issues– FP blasts Biden policy toward Venezuela.

– FP analyzes China’s actions in SCS

– National Security Archive releases collection on Carter Administration

-NYT has ticktock on SCOTUS on Dobbs decision

FYI, today is Bill of Rights Day, celebrating 1791 ratification of first ten amendments to the Constitution.

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