US Seeks Congressional Approval for $6 Billion Arms Sale to Israel Amid Gaza Conflict

The Trump administration is seeking congressional approval for a nearly $6.4 billion arms sale package to Israel, which includes $3.8 billion for 30 AH-64 Apache attack helicopters and $1.9 billion for 3,250 infantry assault vehicles, along with $750 million in support equipment. This proposed deal aligns with heightened military activity in Gaza and comes just before the United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York. The helicopters would double Israel's current AH-64 fleet, with deliveries expected in two to three years. The administration's strong backing of Israel contrasts with increasing Democratic skepticism, highlighted by a Senate resolution advocating for Palestinian state recognition and opposition from many Democrats to additional arms sales. Congressional approval requires sign-off from top leaders of key House and Senate foreign affairs committees, with Democrats potentially delaying the sale. The arms would be financed through U.S. foreign military funding and the proposal has been pursued both before and after Israel's recent strike on Hamas in Qatar.