Israel 'Prepares' for Iran, While US Funds the Prep
France 24 breathlessly details Israel's readiness for a potential Iranian attack, framing it as a natural response to regional 'tensions.' What's missing from this narrative, however, is the undeniable role of consistent US funding in enabling such 'preparations.' For instance, the recent $14 billion in aid to Israel, passed by Congress with overwhelming bipartisan support—including from Rep.
Gregory Meeks (D-NY), who, according to OpenSecrets.org, received over $30,000 from pro-Israel groups in his last election cycle—doesn't just appear out of thin air. It directly fuels the very military posturing that leads to these 'tensions.' One might wonder if these 'tensions' are less about unprovoked Iranian aggression and more a predictable outcome when one side consistently receives
advanced weaponry from its patron, while engaging in actions frequently deemed violations of international law. The cycle of 'preparation' and 'retaliation' becomes rather circular when the US treasury acts as the primary arms dealer for one participant, effectively underwriting any 'potential attack' scenario, real or manufactured. (Seems almost too convenient, doesn't it?)