Senate vote on arms sale shows ‘massive cracks’ in US support for Israel
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The US Senate voted to block a military equipment sale to Israel, with 40 Democratic senators supporting the measure, showing growing frustration with Israel's military campaigns. The bill was defeated, but rights advocates hail it as a 'historic' shift in US support for Israel.
The US Senate voted on a bill to block the sale of military bulldozers to Israel, which was defeated by 59 votes. However, 40 Democratic senators supported the measure, indicating growing opposition to unconditional aid to Israel. The bill was introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders amid anger over the conflict with Iran. Israel has used bulldozers to demolish towns in Lebanon and Gaza, sparking concerns over ethnic cleansing. The vote reflects a shift in US politics, with some traditionally pro-Israel senators backing the measure. A separate vote saw 36 Democratic senators support blocking 1,000lbs bombs to Israel.
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