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Congress is notified by the Biden administration of a planned $8 billion weapons sale to Israel
The State Department has informed Congress of a planned $8 billion weapons sale to Israel. WASHINGTON — The State Department has informed Congress of a planned $8 billion weapons sale to Israel, U.S. officials say, as the American ally presses forward with its war against Hamas in Gaza.
State Dept. Tells Congress It Plans to Send $8 Billion in Arms to Israel
The arms transfer could be the final one the Biden administration provides to Israel. President Biden has largely ignored critics of Israel’s conduct in Gaza who have urged a halt to weapons aid.
US plans $8 billion arms sale to Israel, US official says
The Biden administration says it is helping its ally defend against Iran-backed militant groups like Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon and the Houthis in Yemen.
US plans $8B, multiyear deal to equip Israel
The State Department has informed Congress of a planned $8 billion weapons sale to Israel, U.S. officials say, as the American ally presses forward with its war against Hamas in Gaza.
Biden adminstration announces $8 million arms sale to Israel
A U.S. official said the proposed sale is meant to support Israel's long-term security by resupplying stocks of critical munitions and air defense capabilities.
Biden approves $8 billion arms deal with Israel amid scrutiny
Two weeks before leaving office, President Joe Biden decided that the United States would sell arms worth $8 billion to Israel. The White House has already informed Congress of its intentions. According to Reuters,
U.S. proposes $8B arms deal with Israel amid regional tensions
Two weeks before leaving office, President Joe Biden decided that the United States will sell arms worth 8 billion dollars to Israel. The White House has already informed Congress of its intentions. According to Reuters,

Israel seeks to extend ceasefire with Hezbollah

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