WASHINGTON: The administration of President Joe Biden has notified Congress of a proposed US$8 billion arms sale to Israel, a US official stated on Friday (Jan 3), with Washington sustaining assist for its ally whose war in Gaza has killed tens of 1000’s.
The deal would want approval from the Home of Representatives and Senate committees and consists of munitions for fighter jets and assault helicopters in addition to artillery shells, Axios reported earlier. The package deal additionally consists of small-diameter bombs and warheads, in keeping with Axios.
The State Division didn’t reply to a request for remark.
Protesters have for months demanded an arms embargo against Israel, however US coverage has largely remained unchanged. In August, the USA authorized the sale of US$20 billion in fighter jets and different navy tools to Israel.
The Biden administration says it’s serving to its ally defend towards Iran-backed militant teams like Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon and the Houthis in Yemen.
