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Senate Rejects Sanders\u2019 Bid to Block $20 Billion Arms Sale to Israel Amid Gaza Crisis<\/strong><\/p>\n

The U.S. Senate decisively rejected resolutions introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders aimed at blocking a $20 billion arms package to Israel, which included tank ammunition and precision-guided munitions. While the measures were expected to fail, the vote highlighted an emerging rift in Congress over U.S. military support for Israel amid the ongoing Israel\u2013Hamas conflict.<\/p>\n

In a passionate speech, Sanders warned that continued arms transfers are exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, citing alarming civilian casualties and worsening hunger. Although most Democrats aligned with the Biden administration\u2019s position supporting Israel, a minority\u2014including Senators Chris Van Hollen, Jeff Merkley, and Peter Welch\u2014joined Sanders in calling for greater oversight and accountability in U.S. weapons use.<\/p>\n

The debate reflects broader tensions surrounding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack and Israel\u2019s subsequent military response. Critics question whether Israel\u2019s actions have caused disproportionate civilian harm, while humanitarian groups report worsening shortages of essential supplies in Gaza.<\/p>\n

Though the resolutions failed, the close scrutiny signals a growing willingness among some lawmakers to challenge military aid policies, hinting at more contentious foreign policy debates ahead.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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