Israel set to receive £14 billion aid of US aid

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After enduring months of delays, the United States House of Representatives has at last approved a substantial $17 billion military aid package for Israel, signaling a robust show of solidarity with the nation. This decision comes in the wake of a recent missile and drone onslaught from Iran, underscoring the importance of fortifying Israel's defenses against such threats.

 

The approved aid package, amounting to nearly £14 billion, aims to bolster Israel's capabilities to defend against rocket attacks, which were put to the test during the Iranian assault and proved effective in safeguarding the nation. The allocation of funds for Israel was part of a larger aid package primarily intended for Ukraine, with some additional humanitarian aid earmarked for Gaza. Despite facing opposition from Republican isolationists due to concerns over the cost, the aid package finally garnered enough support in the House to move forward.

 

However, amidst the positive news of aid approval, reports emerge of potential sanctions against Israel's Netzach Yehuda battalion over alleged misconduct during operations in the West Bank. Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid has voiced concerns over the potential sanctions, labeling them as a mistake that should be rectified. Lapid emphasized that any issues lie at the political level rather than within the military itself. In contrast, Labour leader Merav Michaeli has called for the disbandment of the battalion, signaling internal debates within Israeli political circles regarding the battalion's future.

 

Meanwhile, in a separate development, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Istanbul over the weekend. Turkey issued an official statement via Twitter, highlighting its ongoing diplomatic efforts to draw international attention to the plight of Palestinians and the atrocities they face. The meeting underscores Turkey's continued engagement with Palestinian leadership and its stance on advocating for Palestinian rights on the global stage.

 

As Israel anticipates the influx of aid from the United States, internal discussions regarding accountability and military conduct remain ongoing, reflecting the complex dynamics within Israeli politics. Additionally, Turkey's diplomatic outreach to Hamas underscores the ongoing geopolitical complexities in the region and the various actors involved in shaping the narrative surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

 

2024-04-22

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[thaibeachlovers]

2 hours ago, Social Media said:

After enduring months of delays, the United States House of Representatives has at last approved a substantial $17 billion military aid package for Israel, signaling a robust show of solidarity with the nation. This decision comes in the wake of a recent missile and drone onslaught from Iran, underscoring the importance of fortifying Israel's defenses against such threats.

Is israel going to have to repay the US taxpayer for their help, or is it a "gift" to a nation that has been claimed to be wealthy in it's own right? I believe the US made the UK pay back the money it was given by the US in WW2.

 

The 1% thank the US taxpayer for helping out with the petty cash. Those missiles for israel ain't cheap.

[Skipalongcassidy]

8 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said:

Is israel going to have to repay the US taxpayer for their help, or is it a "gift" to a nation that has been claimed to be wealthy in it's own right? I believe the US made the UK pay back the money it was given by the US in WW2.

 

The 1% thank the US taxpayer for helping out with the petty cash. Those missiles for israel ain't cheap.

The money loaned to UK after WWII was not to finance the war... it had ended... it was to help the UK recover from the economic hardship and rebuild their infrastructure... big difference.