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Trump Administration Plans $2.8 Billion Bomb Sale to Israel
The proposed arms deal includes 40,000 powerful 2,000-pound bombs, previously paused by the Biden administration over mass casualty concerns.
The Trump administration is reportedly planning a $2.8 billion sale of powerful bombs to Israel, a move that would see the delivery of weapons previously subject to a pause by the Biden administration due to concerns over potential mass casualties. The prospective arms package includes a significant quantity of 2,000-pound bombs.
According to details shared by two US officials and an individual familiar with the plans on Tuesday, the extensive deal encompasses 40,000 bombs in total. This comprises 20,000 MK-84s and 20,000 BLU-117s, both types of 2,000-pound munitions. The sources spoke anonymously as the package is not yet finalised.
The proposed delivery of these powerful bombs marks a potential reversal of a policy enacted by the Biden administration. Two years prior, the Biden White House had halted the transfer of similar 2,000-pound bombs to Israel. This pause was prompted by considerable apprehension regarding the possibility of widespread deaths among civilians in Gaza, where such large ordnance could have devastating effects in densely populated areas.
These 2,000-pound bombs are known for their substantial destructive capacity, a characteristic that underpinned the earlier concerns about their use in conflict zones with high civilian populations. The current plan by the Trump administration to proceed with this sale comes amid ongoing criticism regarding the targeting of civilians in the region.
The re-initiation of this arms deal underscores a shift in approach regarding military aid to Israel, particularly concerning weapons that have previously drawn international scrutiny for their potential impact on civilian lives. The finalisation of the package remains pending, with officials indicating that discussions are ongoing.
Reporting by the The Indian Morning Post Editorial Desk.
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