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In a recent interview on CNN’s “The Lead,” Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) made some bold claims about the United States’ relationship with Israel. He argued that the U.S. should not provide any additional aid to Israel as long as there are children in Gaza facing starvation.
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Senator Sanders went on to say that the situation in Gaza is one of the worst humanitarian disasters in history, with hundreds of thousands of children at risk of starving to death. He blamed Israel for not allowing humanitarian aid trucks into Gaza, particularly in the areas where people are most in need. Sanders made it clear that he believes Israel should not receive any more military aid until it changes its policies.
Furthermore, Sanders criticized Israel’s military actions, stating that American taxpayer dollars should not support what he calls Netanyahu’s “immoral war against innocent people.” He emphasized that he supports Israel but cannot condone the suffering caused by its actions. Sanders urged for a two-state solution and emphasized the need for the U.S. to hold Israel accountable for its actions.
It is clear that Senator Sanders has taken a strong stance against Israel and has put the blame squarely on its shoulders for the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. His words reflect a sentiment of withholding aid until Israel changes its policies. This kind of rhetoric is exactly what conservative Republicans are concerned about when it comes to the Democratic party’s stance on Israel. It’s important to question if Sanders’ approach is truly in the best interest of U.S.-Israeli relations and the stability of the region.
