US suspends arms shipments to Israel

Published May 8th, 2024 - 05:29 GMT
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Employees walk near 155 mm caliber shells after the manufacturing process at the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant (SCAAP) in Scranton, Pennsylvania on April 16, 2024. AFP
Highlights
He emphasized that the United States cannot be complicit in Netanyahu's war and should use its influence to achieve a ceasefire and halt attacks in Rafah.

ALBAWABA- Reuters reported that Israel's ambassador to the United Nations expressed disappointment over the United States' decision to suspend arms shipments.

According to the Walla website, Israel conveyed its disappointment to Washington, not only for suspending the ammunition shipment but also for leaking the matter to the media.

Axios, citing sources, mentioned that Israel informed Washington that the timing of the suspension of arms shipments would jeopardize efforts to reach an agreement.

CNN, citing an informed source, reported that Israeli officials expressed frustration to American officials regarding the cessation of arms shipments. Sources added that Israeli officials said the step to stop sending weapons might jeopardize the hostage deal negotiations.

Additionally, citing an informed source, Israeli officials asked Washington to put pressure on Hamas rather than on Israel.

Senator Bernie Sanders supported President Biden's decision to stop delivering bombs to the Israeli government, calling it the right move.

 He emphasized that the United States cannot be complicit in Netanyahu's war and should use its influence to achieve a ceasefire and halt attacks in Rafah.

The US Secretary of Defense expressed a desire for Israel to carry out more precise operations in Gaza.

The Israeli Minister of Energy stressed the importance of independence in the production of weapons and ammunition for Israel's security, advocating for the establishment of independent production systems immediately.

The suspension of arms shipments by the US to Israel has elicited disappointment and concern from Israeli officials, while drawing support from some US politicians like Senator Bernie Sanders.

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