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In short, the aid primarily equips and sustains Israelโs military through U.S.-sourced arms and collaborative defense tech, with substantial economic return to American manufacturers. Figures evolve with appropriations and conflict needs; check CRS reports or https://t.co/01Kty5tAn0 for the latest breakdowns.
American aid to Israel:
Truth:
Where the Money Is Actually Spent
1. U.S. Defense Industry (Majority of FMF): Israel must spend most FMF on American-made equipment (phasing to 100% by ~2028). This includes fighter jets (e.g., F-15/F-35 components), munitions (bombs, artillery shells), vehicles, and services. It supports U.S. jobs (estimates: 20,000+ direct/indirect across dozens of states) and companies like Lockheed Martin, RTX, Boeing. Some reports note it โrecirculatesโ to the U.S. economy. https://t.co/2Wy5dzUCBu
2. Missile Defense Systems (Joint U.S.-Israel Programs):
โข Iron Dome (short-range rocket/missile interceptor): U.S. has provided billions (over $6 billion total for batteries, interceptors, co-production). Israel developed it; U.S. became a production partner. Funds cover R&D, procurement, and maintenance.
โข Davidโs Sling and Arrow family (medium/long-range): Jointly developed; U.S. funds significant portions of production/co-development.
โข Requirements: At least 50% of certain procurement funds spent in the U.S. (e.g., components in Arizona). U.S. also benefits from tech sharing and has acquired elements for its own use. https://t.co/QTrbvPHWYh
3. Israeli Military Operations and Maintenance: The aid bolsters Israelโs overall defense budget (U.S. aid historically ~14โ20% of it pre-2023). This covers training, fuel, spare parts, and replenishing stockpiles used in conflicts. It does not go directly to โthe governmentโ for discretionary civilian spending. https://t.co/fHFEjNg8wE
4. Minor/Other: Small amounts for excess U.S. defense articles (used equipment transfers), limited humanitarian/economic projects (e.g., health, environment via USAID), and loan guarantees (not direct grants). Economic aid was significant historically but is now negligible. https://t.co/01Kty5tAn0
Hamas Commanders:
"Our problem is not just Palestine, our problem is to kill all non-Muslims. We will pursue Jews and Christians all over the world. Either they convert to Islam or we will kill them!"
The media doesn't show you this!
The Palestinians in Gaza are shooting in the air while dozens of children are right next to them.
Do they realize the bullets are falling right afterward?