US senators fail to halt Trump’s arms sales to Israel
Chairman Jim Risch defended the arms sales, warning that blocking them would embolden Iran and leave a key ally vulnerable.
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Senate Rejects Resolutions on Israel Arms Sales and Iran War Powers15 articles·13 sources·Avg cred 91/100
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The US Senate rejected two resolutions led by Senator Bernie Sanders aimed at blocking arms sales to Israel, including bulldozers and bombs. Despite 75% support from Democrats, GOP opposition maintained the deals, highlighting deep divisions over military aid.
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