The US Senate rejected two resolutions aimed at blocking arms sales to Israel, confirming the support of a majority of Republican senators for the president's policy. Donald Trump.
These bills, championed in particular by Senator Bernie Sanders, aimed to prevent the sale of approximately $450 million worth of bombs and military equipment. They denounced potential violations of U.S. foreign aid laws related to Israeli operations.
Democratic lawmakers who supported the resolutions expressed concern about the humanitarian consequences of Israeli strikes, particularly regarding civilian casualties in the ongoing conflict.
For their part, those who support arms sales believe that Israel is acting to neutralize militant groups and defend itself against security threats. Israeli authorities maintain that they are not deliberately targeting civilians.
The rejection of these resolutions illustrates the persistent divisions within the US Congress on the policy to adopt towards Israel, particularly in a context of increased tensions in the Middle East.
This decision allows the Trump administration to continue its arms deliveries, while fueling the debate on the role of the United States in regional conflicts and the humanitarian implications of its military support.
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