The United States has approved the transfer of over 2,000 bombs and 25 F-35 fighter jets to Israel, despite concerns over a potential military operation in southern Gaza's Rafah. The decision comes after Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's visit to Washington, where he emphasized the need for weapons. The arms transfer includes 1,800 MK84 and 500 MK82 bombs, along with engines, totaling $2.5 billion in value. These weapons, particularly the 2,000-pound bombs, are rarely used by Western militaries in densely populated areas due to the significant civilian casualties they can cause.
Last week, the US approved the transfer to Israel of 1,800 2,000-pound bombs, 500 500-pound bombs, and 25 F-35 fighters. I don't think they're against an operation in Rafah...
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US approves transfer of over 2,000 bombs, 25 F-35s to Israel The decision to supply the weapons was made after Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant visited Washington, where he stated his need for weapons. The United States annually provides $3.8 billion in military aid to… https://t.co/5HHypepVQG
🇺🇸🇮🇱 "USA will transfer to Israel 1,800 MK84 and 500 MK82 bombs + 25 F-35A aircraft and engines for $2.5 billion", — Reuters. https://t.co/Z6qTvYpcAG
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Israel keeps using US arms in Gaza: "The 2,000-pound bombs, capable of leveling city blocks and leaving craters in the earth 40 feet across and larger, are almost never used anymore by Western militaries in densely populated locations...." @John_Hudson. https://t.co/wiJ5KAD56r
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