The U.S. Senate voted down three bills by independent Senator Bernie
Sanders from Vermont that would have stopped the U.S. from selling arms to Israel worth about $20 billion.
The U.S. Senate voted down three bills by independent Senator Bernie Sanders from
Vermont that would have stopped the U.S. from selling arms to Israel worth about $20 billion.
The U.S. Senate has voted down three bills proposed by independent
Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont that aimed to block the sale of approximately $20 billion in military aid to Israel.
The legislation, which was met with significant opposition,
sought to curb the sale of advanced weaponry amidst ongoing debates surrounding U.S. foreign policy and military aid to Israel.
Sanders, a longtime critic of U.S. involvement in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict,
argued that the proposed arms deal would exacerbate tensions in the region and undermine U.S. interests.
His bills called for restrictions on the sale of weapons to Israel, citing concerns about human rights violations and the potential for increased violence.
Despite Sanders’ passionate efforts, the Senate’s vote revealed a deep divide on the issue,
with many lawmakers from both parties expressing support for the continued military partnership with Israel.
Proponents of the deal argue that the arms sale is crucial for maintaining Israel’s security in a volatile Middle East.
The rejection of Sanders’ bills highlights the ongoing debate in Washington over U.S. foreign policy in the region,
with tensions likely to continue as both sides advocate for their respective positions.
