The Biden administration has decided to pause a shipment of US-made ammunition to Israel, as confirmed by a source familiar with the matter. The reason behind this decision has not been disclosed at this time. It is important to note that this hold on the shipment is not related to any potential Israeli operation in Rafah and will not impact other shipments in the future, according to the source.
When questioned about the paused shipment, a spokesperson from the National Security Council highlighted the ongoing security assistance that the United States provides to Israel. The spokesperson emphasized that the US has significantly increased its security assistance to Israel since the October 7 attacks. Additionally, the US recently passed the largest ever supplemental appropriation for emergency assistance to Israel and has led a coalition to defend Israel against Iranian threats.
The spokesperson reiterated the commitment of the United States to support Israel in defending itself against the various threats it faces. The US government remains dedicated to ensuring that Israel has the necessary resources and capabilities to safeguard its security and protect its citizens.
