Netanyahu Defends US Arms Transfers Amid International Scrutiny Over Gaza Casualties

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has responded to domestic and international criticism regarding the suspension and delivery of US weaponry by emphasizing that these provisions are utilized exclusively for self-defense and countering the adversaries of the United States and the West.

Reports indicate that Netanyahu and United States President Donald Trump are pursuing efforts to transform these military support frameworks into a robust strategic partnership, underscoring the enduring alliance between the two nations. The high-ranking Israeli official also noted that the facilitation of this backing has been achieved through a bipartisan consensus involving both the Democratic and Republican parties.

Conversely, international organizations and military analysts have pointed out that a substantial portion of this hardware has been deployed in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of over 74,000 individuals, including 22,000 children.

Available statistics indicate that between October 2023 and September 2025, the United States dispatched at least $21.7 billion in military assistance to Israel, encompassing upwards of 27,000 bombs and missiles. Furthermore, Washington has transported over 50,000 tons of military equipment via 500 flights and 107 maritime shipments to the occupied territories, with heavy 2,000-pound munitions, such as the MK-84, supplied by the US and extensively utilized by the occupying regime in Gaza.