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Wars and rising tensions spark global demand for arms, as sales hit record $632 million

Arms sales surged to $632 billion in 2023 due to conflicts and rising global tensions, indicating a rise expected to continue into 2024.
#us-china-relations

China vows to take necessary measures' over $2bn US arms sale to Taiwan

US arms sales to Taiwan provoke China, intensifying regional tensions.
China vows to take necessary measures against perceived threats.
Taiwan expresses gratitude for US arms, bolstering its defense capabilities.

China blasts US arms sale to Taiwan, President Lai's visit to Hawaii

China condemns US arms sales to Taiwan and protests Taiwanese leader's transit stop in Hawaii, promising strong countermeasures.

China vows to take necessary measures' over $2bn US arms sale to Taiwan

US arms sales to Taiwan provoke China, intensifying regional tensions.
China vows to take necessary measures against perceived threats.
Taiwan expresses gratitude for US arms, bolstering its defense capabilities.

China blasts US arms sale to Taiwan, President Lai's visit to Hawaii

China condemns US arms sales to Taiwan and protests Taiwanese leader's transit stop in Hawaii, promising strong countermeasures.
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#military-aid

Israel Used US Arms to Commit at Least 20 Likely War Crimes Since October 7

The Biden administration approved over $20.3 billion in arms sales to Israel, raising concerns about military aid transparency and accountability.

Biden Approves New $680 Million Arms Sale to Israel, Despite Lebanon Ceasefire

The Biden administration is advancing a significant arms sale to Israel despite ongoing conflict and recent ceasefire agreements.

Israel Used US Arms to Commit at Least 20 Likely War Crimes Since October 7

The Biden administration approved over $20.3 billion in arms sales to Israel, raising concerns about military aid transparency and accountability.

Biden Approves New $680 Million Arms Sale to Israel, Despite Lebanon Ceasefire

The Biden administration is advancing a significant arms sale to Israel despite ongoing conflict and recent ceasefire agreements.
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#us-foreign-policy

Bernie Sanders preparing resolutions to block $20B in U.S. arms sales to Israel

Senators, particularly Bernie Sanders, are pushing for the end of U.S. arms sales to Israel amid escalating humanitarian concerns in Gaza.

Report: Biden Admin "Aggressively" Lobbying Senate Against Blocking Arms Sales to Israel

The Biden administration lobbied against blocking arms to Israel, claiming it would embolden Hamas, despite the ongoing violence in Gaza.

With $20 Billion Weapons Deal, U.S. Aims to Help Israel and Deter Iran

The Biden administration is navigating the complexities of arms sales to Israel amidst ongoing conflict and domestic criticism.

Biden OKs $680m Israel arms sale despite new Gaza ceasefire push: Reports

The US administration approved a $680 million arms package to Israel despite ongoing peace efforts in the Middle East.

Report: State Dept. Ignored Internal Objection Over Arms Sale to Israeli Unit That Committed Hostage Rescue Massacre

The U.S. ignored warnings regarding human rights violations in arms sales to Israel's Yamam unit, which later perpetrated a deadly attack in Gaza.

State Dept Approved Arms Deals to Israel Despite Repeated Objections From Staff

The U.S. approved arms sales to Israel despite concerns over civilian casualties in Gaza, highlighting conflicting narratives about military conduct.

Bernie Sanders preparing resolutions to block $20B in U.S. arms sales to Israel

Senators, particularly Bernie Sanders, are pushing for the end of U.S. arms sales to Israel amid escalating humanitarian concerns in Gaza.

Report: Biden Admin "Aggressively" Lobbying Senate Against Blocking Arms Sales to Israel

The Biden administration lobbied against blocking arms to Israel, claiming it would embolden Hamas, despite the ongoing violence in Gaza.

With $20 Billion Weapons Deal, U.S. Aims to Help Israel and Deter Iran

The Biden administration is navigating the complexities of arms sales to Israel amidst ongoing conflict and domestic criticism.

Biden OKs $680m Israel arms sale despite new Gaza ceasefire push: Reports

The US administration approved a $680 million arms package to Israel despite ongoing peace efforts in the Middle East.

Report: State Dept. Ignored Internal Objection Over Arms Sale to Israeli Unit That Committed Hostage Rescue Massacre

The U.S. ignored warnings regarding human rights violations in arms sales to Israel's Yamam unit, which later perpetrated a deadly attack in Gaza.

State Dept Approved Arms Deals to Israel Despite Repeated Objections From Staff

The U.S. approved arms sales to Israel despite concerns over civilian casualties in Gaza, highlighting conflicting narratives about military conduct.
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#human-rights

Bernie Sanders' Vote on Gaza Genocide Forces Senators to Go on the Record

The Biden administration continues arms sales to Israel despite ongoing humanitarian crises and alleged human rights violations in Gaza.

Sanders Plans Floor Vote on Joint Resolutions Blocking US Arms Sales to Israel

Sen. Bernie Sanders is advocating for a vote to block arms sales to Israel, citing violations of U.S. and international law.

Sanders Launches Bid to Block Biden Administration's $20B Weapons Sale to Israel

Sen. Bernie Sanders is preparing legislation to block a $20 billion U.S. arms sale to Israel, citing human rights violations.
The Biden administration's arms deal with Israel is criticized for contributing to human rights abuses in Gaza.

US Senate to vote on Bernie Sanders effort to block arms sales to Israel

The U.S. Senate will vote on blocking arms sales to Israel amid concerns over human rights violations and ongoing violence in Gaza.

'Shameful' of UK to suspend some arms sales - Netanyahu

Netanyahu criticizes UK arms sales suspension as misguided, claiming it emboldens Hamas.

More than 100 artists call on Labour to take stand' against arms sales to Israel

Celebrities call on Keir Starmer to stop arms sales to Israel if elected PM.

Bernie Sanders' Vote on Gaza Genocide Forces Senators to Go on the Record

The Biden administration continues arms sales to Israel despite ongoing humanitarian crises and alleged human rights violations in Gaza.

Sanders Plans Floor Vote on Joint Resolutions Blocking US Arms Sales to Israel

Sen. Bernie Sanders is advocating for a vote to block arms sales to Israel, citing violations of U.S. and international law.

Sanders Launches Bid to Block Biden Administration's $20B Weapons Sale to Israel

Sen. Bernie Sanders is preparing legislation to block a $20 billion U.S. arms sale to Israel, citing human rights violations.
The Biden administration's arms deal with Israel is criticized for contributing to human rights abuses in Gaza.

US Senate to vote on Bernie Sanders effort to block arms sales to Israel

The U.S. Senate will vote on blocking arms sales to Israel amid concerns over human rights violations and ongoing violence in Gaza.

'Shameful' of UK to suspend some arms sales - Netanyahu

Netanyahu criticizes UK arms sales suspension as misguided, claiming it emboldens Hamas.

More than 100 artists call on Labour to take stand' against arms sales to Israel

Celebrities call on Keir Starmer to stop arms sales to Israel if elected PM.
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L.A. teachers union supports blocking U.S. sale of about $20 billion in weaponry to Israel

The L.A. teachers union supports a congressional effort to block arms sales to Israel citing civilian casualties and education disruptions as primary concerns.

Germany says UK taking lead on possible Eurofighters for Turkey

Turkey is eager to acquire Eurofighter jets, but negotiations are progressing slowly due to political complications.
#labour-party

Britain's New Government Comes Under Pressure to Pivot on Gaza

The Labour government is shifting Britain's foreign policy to support Palestinians, focusing on UNRWA funding and reconsidering arms sales to Israel.

Tell us if the UK is right to suspend arms sales to Israel

Starmer's suspension of arms sales to Israel highlights tensions between humanitarian concerns and political pressures in foreign policy.

The two rebellions Labour could face in Parliament today

Sir Keir Starmer faces potential Labour rebellions over two amendments on two-child benefit cap and arms sales to Israel.

Keir Starmer defends stance on military action and Saudi arms sales

Keir Starmer denies watering down promises on military intervention and arms sales to Saudi Arabia.
Starmer insists there is no inconsistency in his support for RAF strikes in Yemen while advocating for parliamentary consent on military action.

Protester grabbed by neck and thrown out of Labour conference during Reeves speech

A protester confronted Rachel Reeves at the Labour Party conference about arms sales to Israel and climate change, leading to his removal by security.

Britain's New Government Comes Under Pressure to Pivot on Gaza

The Labour government is shifting Britain's foreign policy to support Palestinians, focusing on UNRWA funding and reconsidering arms sales to Israel.

Tell us if the UK is right to suspend arms sales to Israel

Starmer's suspension of arms sales to Israel highlights tensions between humanitarian concerns and political pressures in foreign policy.

The two rebellions Labour could face in Parliament today

Sir Keir Starmer faces potential Labour rebellions over two amendments on two-child benefit cap and arms sales to Israel.

Keir Starmer defends stance on military action and Saudi arms sales

Keir Starmer denies watering down promises on military intervention and arms sales to Saudi Arabia.
Starmer insists there is no inconsistency in his support for RAF strikes in Yemen while advocating for parliamentary consent on military action.

Protester grabbed by neck and thrown out of Labour conference during Reeves speech

A protester confronted Rachel Reeves at the Labour Party conference about arms sales to Israel and climate change, leading to his removal by security.
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#israel

After Delay, Top Democrats in Congress Sign Off on Sale of F-15 Jets to Israel

The Biden administration's plan to sell $18 billion worth of F-15 fighter jets to Israel is moving forward after Democratic holdouts approved the deal.

Israel perpetrating war crimes in plain sight in Gaza, says ex-UK diplomat

A former British diplomat claims Israel is committing war crimes in Gaza while urging the UK to cease arms sales to the country.

The UK's refusal to ban arms exports to Israel - podcast

Diplomat Mark Smith resigned over UK arms sales to Israel, citing complicity in war crimes amid ongoing humanitarian crises.

Benjamin Netanyahu says UK decision to suspend some arms sales to Israel shameful' amid growing backlash UK politics live

Netanyahu condemned UK's arms sales suspension, asserting it emboldens Hamas and undermines democratic solidarity.

Foreign Office official resigns over Israel arms sales

A British Foreign Office official resigned protesting UK arms sales to Israel, claiming they may be complicit in war crimes.

ICJ rejects request to order Germany to stop selling arms to Israel

The International Court of Justice rejected Nicaragua's request to issue Germany emergency orders to desist arms sales to Israel.

After Delay, Top Democrats in Congress Sign Off on Sale of F-15 Jets to Israel

The Biden administration's plan to sell $18 billion worth of F-15 fighter jets to Israel is moving forward after Democratic holdouts approved the deal.

Israel perpetrating war crimes in plain sight in Gaza, says ex-UK diplomat

A former British diplomat claims Israel is committing war crimes in Gaza while urging the UK to cease arms sales to the country.

The UK's refusal to ban arms exports to Israel - podcast

Diplomat Mark Smith resigned over UK arms sales to Israel, citing complicity in war crimes amid ongoing humanitarian crises.

Benjamin Netanyahu says UK decision to suspend some arms sales to Israel shameful' amid growing backlash UK politics live

Netanyahu condemned UK's arms sales suspension, asserting it emboldens Hamas and undermines democratic solidarity.

Foreign Office official resigns over Israel arms sales

A British Foreign Office official resigned protesting UK arms sales to Israel, claiming they may be complicit in war crimes.

ICJ rejects request to order Germany to stop selling arms to Israel

The International Court of Justice rejected Nicaragua's request to issue Germany emergency orders to desist arms sales to Israel.
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#labour-government

Special relationship at risk if UK bans arms sales to Israel, says Trump adviser

A UK arms embargo on Israel could severely harm UK-US relations and jeopardize key defense collaborations like the F-35 project.

Labour faces first internal pressure to shift policy on Israel

The Labour government faces internal pressure to change policy on Israel, focusing on restoring funding to Unrwa and limiting arms sales to Israel.

Special relationship at risk if UK bans arms sales to Israel, says Trump adviser

A UK arms embargo on Israel could severely harm UK-US relations and jeopardize key defense collaborations like the F-35 project.

Labour faces first internal pressure to shift policy on Israel

The Labour government faces internal pressure to change policy on Israel, focusing on restoring funding to Unrwa and limiting arms sales to Israel.
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#israel-palestine-conflict

Diplomat resigns saying UK may be complicit in war crimes over arms sales to Israel

A British Foreign Office official resigned due to ethical concerns over UK arms sales to Israel amid accusations of war crimes.

There are Tory splits over Gaza, but the party is only really going in one direction towards Israel | Katy Balls

Support for Ukraine is a focus during Cameron's visit to the US, while Israel-Palestine issues lead to debate within UK political parties.
The UK government faces criticism from both sides regarding its stance on arms sales to Israel, as controversy brews over supporting a critical friend or an ally.

Diplomat resigns saying UK may be complicit in war crimes over arms sales to Israel

A British Foreign Office official resigned due to ethical concerns over UK arms sales to Israel amid accusations of war crimes.

There are Tory splits over Gaza, but the party is only really going in one direction towards Israel | Katy Balls

Support for Ukraine is a focus during Cameron's visit to the US, while Israel-Palestine issues lead to debate within UK political parties.
The UK government faces criticism from both sides regarding its stance on arms sales to Israel, as controversy brews over supporting a critical friend or an ally.
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#legal-advice

The killing of aid workers adds to pressure on the UK government to halt arms sales to Israel

Opposition parties demand the UK government publish legal advice on Israel's actions in Gaza and consider halting arms sales if international law is breached.

UK will not block arms sales to Israel, says Foreign Minister David Cameron

UK government refuses to halt arms sales to Israel despite pressure
Calls for government to revoke export licences and publish legal advice

The killing of aid workers adds to pressure on the UK government to halt arms sales to Israel

Opposition parties demand the UK government publish legal advice on Israel's actions in Gaza and consider halting arms sales if international law is breached.

UK will not block arms sales to Israel, says Foreign Minister David Cameron

UK government refuses to halt arms sales to Israel despite pressure
Calls for government to revoke export licences and publish legal advice
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Ukraine war is changing the global arms trade DW 03/11/2024

Increased arms sales to European countries benefiting US manufacturers.
US dominates global arms exports by supplying to the highest number of countries in history.

Politicians from 12 countries unite to press for arms ban on Israel

MPs from 12 countries commit to persuade governments to impose arms sales ban on Israel
Letter organized by Progressive International aims to bring attention to the crisis in Gaza

Congress Is Poised to Cede Even More of Its Oversight of Foreign Weapons Sales

The House Foreign Affairs Committee is proposing a bill that would reduce Congress's ability to oversee weapons transfers to foreign military forces.
Under current law, Congress has a limited time to review and block proposed weapons deals, but this proposed legislation would speed up the delivery of deadly weapons without adequate assessment of security implications.

Twickenham Stadium vandalised with red paint by pro-Palestinian group

Pro-Palestinian activists vandalized Twickenham Stadium in protest against arms sales.
The graffiti attack was followed by a demonstration of around 300 activists led by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign.

China halts nuclear arms talks with US over Taiwan support

China suspends nuclear non-proliferation talks with the US due to arms sales to Taiwan, impacting global arms-control efforts
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