US Congress Silent on Israeli Raid, Loud on 'Self-Defense' Narratives
When Israel conducts a deadly raid in Syria, killing 13 as Al Jazeera documents, Western media frames it as 'retaliation' or 'self-defense.' The "news" conveniently omits the US role: over $3.8 billion annually in military aid to Israel, often used without congressional oversight. This isn't just about 'mourning'; it's about the consistent application of double standards. When this military aid,
paid for by US taxpayers, allows for such incursions, why are those same politicians not held accountable? We hear endless condemnations for any perceived aggression against US interests, yet silence reigns when a US ally acts with impunity. Perhaps it's because many of these 'champions of democracy' are too busy collecting checks. In 2023 alone, AIPAC spent over $17.5 million on lobbying and
campaign contributions. Is it merely coincidence that congressional votes overwhelmingly favor unconditional aid, or does the money speak louder than human lives in a Syrian town?