Israel
Israel set to receive £14 billion of US aid
After months of delays, the House of Representatives has voted for a substantial package of support of Israel
April 21, 2024 11:55
After months of delays, the House of Representatives has voted for a substantial package of support of Israel
April 21, 2024 11:55The United States House of Representatives has finally voted for a $17 billion package (nearlY £14 billion) of military aid to Israel in a tangible show of support just a week after the country was subject to a missile and drone barrage from Iran.
The assistance will help to strengthen Israel’s defences against rocket attacks which proved their worth in providing protection against the Iranian assault.
It was part of a much larger package — most destined for Ukraine— which had been held up for months by Republican isolationists opposed to the cost but will now go to the Senate for approval next week.
A further $9 billion (£7 million) is earmarked as humanitarian aid for Gaza.
