US approves $20 billion weapons package for Israel

The Biden administration has approved over $20 billion in new weapons sales to Israel, including 50 F-15 fighter jets and thousands of tank and mortar cartridges. This decision comes despite pressure from human rights groups to halt arms deliveries due to civilian casualties in Gaza. The weapons will take years to reach Israel. The move has sparked criticism from some Democrats and rights activists, who argue it gives Israel “carte blanche” to continue military operations in Gaza. AFP