US military aid to Israel continues three years into Gaza genocide — SkimNews
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- US government has provided at least $25.5bn in military aid to Israel since October 7, 2023, including $3.8bn annually through 2026 and a $14.1bn supplemental package signed in April 2024
- US State Department approved $33.16bn in arms transfers to Israel since October 2023, including 120mm tank rounds, F-15 fighter jets valued at $18.82bn, and a $7.4bn package of bombs and missiles under Trump in 2025
- Trump administration lifted a Biden-era pause on 2,000-pound bombs and declared national security emergencies to bypass congressional oversight, enabling expedited arms transfers to Israel
- US vetoed six UN Security Council resolutions on Gaza and imposed sanctions on ICC officials after the court issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant, providing diplomatic cover for Israel
- Domestic opposition has grown, with 68% of Democrats opposing additional support for Israel in a May 2025 poll, and lawmakers like Bernie Sanders introducing legislation to block arms sales linked to civilian deaths
- Rights groups including Amnesty International have linked US-made weapons to civilian casualties in Gaza, citing the use of 2,000-pound bombs with wide blast radii in densely populated areas
Why it matters: The US continues to supply weapons and diplomatic protection to Israel despite evidence of civilian harm and shifting public opinion, entrenching its role in a conflict that has killed over 74,000 Palestinians. This sustained support increases accountability risks for US officials and arms manufacturers while undermining efforts to enforce international law.
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