Over twenty five nations have offered aid in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.  In particular, France has offered the use of its resources in the Caribbean sea, including 2 navy ships, 1 navy hospital, 8 planes, 600 tents, 1000 beds, and rescuers.  President George W. Bush has refused such material aid to the hurricane's victims, although cash donations will be accepted.  He explained his reasons to ABC News:
A few of these nations, such as Venezuela and Cuba, are disliked by the administration, but the majority are considered allies of the United States.  Venezuela's Citgo Petroleum Corp. pledged a $1 million donation for hurricane aid.  Cuba refused U.S. aid following Hurricane Dennis.    In order to reduce the side effects of hurricane Katrina, Japan, Venezuela, and most EU countries offer to provide oil reserves to the U.S.
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Many nations offer material aid to hurricane victims; Bush refuses to accept