US-Supplied Bombs 'Surprise' Gaza Civilians Amid Israeli Strikes
Amidst reports of ongoing Israeli bombings in Gaza and killings in occupied East Jerusalem, the media’s persistent amnesia regarding crucial context is frankly impressive. While outlets like Al Jazeera dutifully document the human cost, they often sidestep the fact that these 'operations' are bankrolled by billions in US military aid, often facilitated by politicians who, coincidentally, receive
generous donations from lobbying groups like AIPAC. For example, Rep. Steny Hoyer accepted over $1.5 million from pro-Israel groups during his career. (OpenSecrets.org). One might wonder if the casualties would be quite so high if America simply stopped replenishing Israel's arsenal. How many 'humanitarian pauses' does it take before we question the weapons supply fueling the 'pauses' in the first
place? And after decades of 'peace processes' perpetually collapsing, perhaps it's time to examine the parties—and their funders—who benefit most from endless conflict.