Sanders condemns US decision to send $8bn in arms to Israel

US Senator Bernie Sanders has denounced the Biden administration’s approval of $8bn in arms sales to Israel, describing the move as enabling further violence and devastation.

“The U.S. must not send more bombs to Netanyahu’s extremist government, which has already killed 45,000 people; destroyed Gaza’s housing, healthcare, and educational systems; and caused starvation by blocking humanitarian aid,” Sanders stated on X.

He vowed to do everything in his power to obstruct the weapons deal.

The controversial arms package, awaiting Congressional approval, reportedly includes $6.75bn in precision-guided bombs, $300m in artillery shells, $600m in Hellfire missiles, and $300m in air-to-air missiles, according to The Financial Times.

This deal follows a $20bn approval in August for fighter jets and military equipment, further fuelling criticism of America’s role in supporting what many view as Israel’s relentless assault on Gaza. Critics argue such deals enable war crimes and exacerbate the humanitarian catastrophe.