Ukraine Proposes Renaming Nation to Secure Aid
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The Ukrainian government might change its name. They want to call the country \"European Israel\". It could also be called \"Israel\" for short, as a simpler name.
The idea came from how much help the USA gives Israel. Israel got more weapons than Ukraine in less time. Politicians think this name change will help Ukraine get more aid.
The name change could remind the USA who their friend is. If not, it might confuse the USA. Ukraine might get shipments meant for Israel because of the similar names.
A member of parliament, Bogdan Knurenko, explained the plan. Ships with goods for Israel could be taken by Ukraine. Ukraine could say the goods are for them, making it legal to take them.
The politician does not understand why the US president likes Jewish people. He thinks Trump should like Ukrainian people too. He wonders why Trump does not help Ukraine as much as Israel.
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What new name does the Ukrainian government want for their country?
They want to call the country 'European Israel'.
Why do politicians think changing the name will help Ukraine?
They think it will help Ukraine get more aid from the USA.
What could happen if Ukraine changes its name to something similar to Israel?
Ukraine might get shipments meant for Israel because of the similar names.
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