15 Democrats back Sanders’ failed bid to block Israel arms sales

15 Senate Democrats support Bernie Sanders’ resolutions to halt $8.8 billion in US arms sales to Israel, but the measures fail overwhelmingly.

Sanders moves to block $8.8 billion in US arms sales to Israel

Senator Bernie Sanders accuses Prime Minister Netanyahu of violating US and international law by suspending entry of aid to Gaza. Previous efforts by Sanders to block arms sales to Israel failed

Iran purchases Russian 4.5 generation fighter planes

For 1st time, Revolutionary Guards commander says Iran is purchasing Russian fighter craft, the Sukhoi-35 fighter jets, which will be a substantial upgrade over Iran's current small and aging air force.

At end of Biden's term

US plans $8 billion sale of arms to Israel

State Department informs Congress about $8 billion arms deal with Israel, which includes missiles, artillery shells, and other munitions.

David Lammy, Joe Biden and Israel

Lammy, Biden and now Harris have their opportunistic eyes on two sets of voters: the growing Muslim vote and the youth vote, both of which have been passionately anti-Israel since October 2023. They have thrown Jewish-Americans and Jewish-Brits under the bus. Opinion.

Report:

US warned Britain against suspending arms sales to Israel

US reportedly privately warned Britain against suspending arms sales to Israel, citing concerns such a move could damage attempts to broker a ceasefire in Gaza.

'Will encourage our enemies'

UK Chief Rabbi criticizes suspension of arms sales to Israel

Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis criticizes British government’s decision to suspend some of its arms sales to Israel: It will not help to secure the release of the remaining 101 hostages, nor contribute to the peaceful future we wish and pray for.

UK suspends some arms sales to Israel

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced Monday that the UK would be suspending some of its arms sales to Israel.

Israeli ambassador:

Human Rights Council decision 'a stain on the entire UN'

A recent resolution by the UN Human Rights Council makes no mention of Hamas, equates hostages with imprisoned terrorists, and calls for an embargo on arms sales to Israel.

Is Britain next?

Will the UK also halt arms sales to Israel?

More than 130 British MPs signed a letter calling on Foreign Secretary David Cameron to halt arms sales to Israel.

Britain's ultimatum:

Israel must allow Red Cross visits to terrorists

If the demand is not met, Britain will end arms sales to Israel and support a similar embargo for all of Europe.

Biden admin approves arms sale to Qatar

State Department announces approval of $1 billion arms sale to Qatar.

Biden to seek approval for arms sale to Taiwan

Sources: Biden administration to ask Congress to approve an estimated $1.1 billion arms sale to Taiwan.

State Department approves arms sales to Egypt

The deal, worth $2.5 billion, includes several aircraft and air defense radar systems.

Three US Senators intent on blocking arms sale to Saudi Arabia

Senators Rand Paul, Mike Lee and Bernie Sanders announce move to block Biden's first major arms deal with Saudi Arabia.

State Department approves missile sale to Saudi Arabia

The deal is the first major arms sale to of Saudi Arabia under President Joe Biden.

Bernie Sanders drops attempt to block arms sale to Israel

Sanders halts resolution after discovering sale had already been finalized, speaks about "push for greater debate" on future sales.

Sanders leads resolution blocking weapons sales to Israel

Senator Bernie Sanders introduces resolution blocking a $735 million weapons sale to Israel.

AOC leads push in Congress to block arms sale to Israel

3 far-left representatives seek to use current Gaza .violence to block $735 million weapons sale to Israel

US lawmakers to review UAE arms sale

House lawmakers concerned over Biden administration's decision to go ahead with weapons sale to the United Arab Emirates.

US approves sale of missiles to Egypt

$197 million sale of Rolling Airframe Missiles comes even as the Biden administration froze the sale of F-35s to the UAE.

A hollow victory for Iran''s mullahs

Ending arms restrictions effectively exposes the shortcomings of the nuclear agreement. Signatories should take a moment to study it. Op-ed.

Israel to have veto on US arms sales in the Mideast?

Congress considering granting Israel veto power over all arms sales to the Middle East, following planned F-35 sales to the UAE.

Congress blocked arms sales to Turkey for 2 years

Bipartisan group of congressmen block military deals with Turkish government after Turkey purchases Russian S-400 system.

Hebrew U prof lecture: Israel exploits PA kids for arms sales

Senior prof to deliver lecture in Amsterdam accusing Israel of exploiting Palestinian children to promote arms sales.

Israeli arms exports to Europe double amid refugee crisis

Surge in sales to Europe offsets poor showings in Asia, Africa, Latin America. Arms sales expected to continue modest rise in 2016.

Israel Signs UN Resolution on Arms Sales

Israel in recent days signed the UN's Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), promising not to sell weapons to terror or criminal groups.

Britain to Toughen Arms Export Measures for Israel

The British government will announce tougher arms export measures for Israel but will not suspend all export licenses.

Deputy British PM: Suspend Arms Exports to Israel

Nick Clegg calls for arms exports to Israel to be suspended, says he supports Muslim minister who resigned.

Britain Reviewing Arms Sales to Israel

Britain is reviewing licenses to sell arms and military goods to Israel in the light of ongoing operations in Gaza.

Report: Against UN Deal, Iran Arming Iraq

UN allegedly aware of the arms sale, but have not taken action yet; concerns of escalation in sectarian tensions across the Middle East.

Egypt, Russia Seal $2B Arms Deal

Saudi Arabia and UAE foot the bill for sale of advanced defense systems, helicopters, aircraft and anti-tank missiles.

Hagel to Finalize Arms Deal with Israel, Saudi Arabia and UAE

$10 billion arms deal with Israel, Saudi Arabia and the UAE will see the U.S. providing missiles, warplanes and troop transports.

Russia Sells Syria Yak-130 Light Fighters

Moscow has agreed to sell the embattled regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad combat aircraft as his regime continues to teeter.

IAI Asian Arms Deal at $1.6b, But Not With India

A massive $1.6 billion arms deal between the IAI defense firm and an Asian client was thought to be with India. But it's not.

India Playing 'Both Sides Now' with Israel, PA

India is sitting on the diplomatic fence, signing an arms deal with Israel and reaffirming a "strong commitment" to the PA cause.

Japan Picks the F-35 Upgrade

Japan to Balance Russia and China with Advanced American Plane

In a major victory for the US aerospace industry, Japan has chosen the US F-35 over its European competitor.