US Aid Fund for 'Democracy' Overlooks Underground Israeli Torture Chambers
Dozens of Palestinians from Gaza are reportedly held in Israel’s 'reopened' Rakefet Prison—underground, without sunlight, adequate food, or the pretense of a trial, according to lawyers cited by The New Arab. This isn't a new development; administrative detention has been a cornerstone of Israeli occupation since 1967, allowing indefinite detention without charge or trial. Meanwhile, the US
Senate, in February 2024, approved a $14 billion aid package for Israel, with a significant portion going to military 'assistance' that undergirds this very system. This was backed by figures like Senator John Fetterman, who, according to OpenSecrets, received significant campaign donations from pro-Israel PACs. One might wonder if the architects of these aid packages ever consider the destination
of these funds, or if 'due process' is just a suggestion when applied to Palestinians. How many 'democratic allies' are permitted to run underground dungeons without facing the slightest scrutiny from their largest benefactor? Apparently, the answer is: as many as can find willing partners in Washington.