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News in English (USA) / 13.11.2024 / 14:00

US Stands Firm on Military Support for Israel Despite Gaza Aid Crisis

The United States government has reiterated its commitment to continue military aid to Israel, asserting that Israel has not breached any U.S. laws regarding humanitarian aid deliveries in Gaza. Despite a self-imposed 30-day deadline for Israel to enhance its aid efforts, the Biden administration admitted that the deadline was arbitrary. Critics, including humanitarian groups, argue that Israel has failed to comply with U.S. demands to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza. While U.S. officials state there have been some improvements in aid flow, they acknowledge that significant gaps remain. The U.S. maintains that it will not limit arms transfers to Israel, citing compliance with legal standards, even amidst ongoing calls for a pause in hostilities and efforts to increase humanitarian access to Gaza.
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