The Pentagon announced its approval on July 30 for unlocking a huge stockpile of ammunitions for use by the Israeli Defense Forces. It came as the IDF continued to pummel civilians inside the Gaza Strip, as the death toll neared 1400 people — a majority of whom are civilians, including almost 300 children. Worldwide condemnation over Israels attack on Gaza has reached previously unseen levels. The US government, however has stated that its commitment to aiding Israel will not waver, despite accusations Israel is committing war crimes in Gaza and international calls for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire. Pentagon spokesperson Rear Admiral John Kirby said of the new ammunition shipment: “The United States is committed to the security of Israel, and it is vital to US national interests to assist Israel to develop and maintain a strong and ready self-defence capability.” According to reports the Israeli military had requested access to a “little-known stockpile of ammunition” maintained by the Department of Defense inside Israel for “emergency” purposes. The sale was approved just three days later on July 23.
Posted on: Sun, 03 Aug 2014 09:07:42 +0000
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