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US-Israel proposed munitions sale

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The Trump administration has proposed a $2.8 billion munitions sale to Israel, intended to be funded through the Foreign Military Financing program. The package includes approximately 40,000 heavy aircraft bombs—specifically 20,000 MK-84 general-purpose bombs and 20,000 BLU-117 bombs—as well as 20,000 I-2000 Penetrator warheads designed for hardened or underground targets. The sale has drawn criticism due to the destructive power of the munitions and the potential for civilian casualties in densely populated areas. Gregory Meeks, the top Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has formally opposed the sale, expressing concern that the weapons could be used in ways that violate international law in Gaza and Lebanon. Meeks stated that while he remains committed to Israel’s security, the sale raises “grave, unresolved concerns” regarding the use of such heavy munitions in densely populated areas. He argued that the administration has not provided sufficient assurances that the weapons will be used in accordance with U.S. and international law, particularly concerning civilian protection. While the sale faces political opposition, it may still proceed if the President utilizes authority to bypass Congressional review by declaring an emergency. Although Meeks can place an informal hold on the transaction through his committee role, his objection alone may not be sufficient to block the sale. Blocking the transfer would require a veto-proof resolution from two-thirds of both the House and the Senate.

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