The proposal, presented to congressional committees, utilizes US taxpayer funds via the Foreign Military Financing program. These munitions, particularly the MK-84, are designed to penetrate reinforced concrete and level entire structures. Military experts note that their deployment in densely populated areas has been a primary driver of the high civilian casualty rates reported throughout the conflict. Since October 2023, the Israel Defense Forces have frequently utilized these heavy munitions, contributing to a humanitarian crisis that has seen over 250,000 Palestinians killed or wounded.
Trump Administration Proposes $2.8 Billion Bomb Sale to Israel
The Trump administration is moving to supply Israel with tens of thousands of 2,000-pound bombs, marking a significant escalation in military support. The $2.8 billion package includes 60,000 munitions, including MK-84s and I-2000 penetrator warheads, despite ongoing international scrutiny over the use of such weapons in Gaza and Lebanon.
International bodies, including the International Court of Justice, continue to examine allegations of war crimes and genocide, while the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Critics, including Sen. Chris Van Hollen, have condemned the sale, arguing that it prioritizes offensive weaponry over domestic needs and accountability. The administration's move follows the earlier reversal of a temporary pause on similar shipments, with President Trump dismissing concerns by stating the weapons were purchased by the Israeli government.
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