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Roya News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Roya News
Gaza rescuers say 'Israeli' forces kill over 50 as ceasefire calls mount
Gaza's civil defence agency said 'Israeli' forces killed at least 51 people, including 24 at a seafront rest area, as fresh calls grow for a ceasefire in the war-ravaged Palestinian territory. The swift resolution of 'Israel's' 12-day war with Iran has revived hopes for a halt to the fighting in Gaza, where more than 20 months of combat have created dire humanitarian conditions for the population of more than two million. 'Israeli' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the White House on July 7, a US official told AFP on condition of anonymity. US President Donald Trump recently urged 'Israel' to "make the deal in Gaza", and the 'Israeli' Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer is visiting Washington this week for talks with US officials. But on the ground, 'Israel' has continued to pursue its offensive across the Palestinian territory. Gaza's civil defence agency said 51 people had been killed by 'Israeli' forces on Monday, including 24 in a strike on a rest area on Gaza City's seafront. The government media office reported that photojournalist Ismail Abu Hatab was among those killed in the strike. 'Targeting was deliberate' Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that 27 others were killed by 'Israeli' strikes or fire across Gaza, including 11 near aid points in the centre and south. 'No longer any benefit' Netanyahu had said on Sunday that 'Israel's victory' over Iran had created "opportunities", including for freeing captives. Opposition leader Yair Lapid, meanwhile, said on Monday there was "no longer any benefit" to the war. 'Israel's' defence minister suggested during a meeting with Netanyahu and the army's general staff that the campaign in Gaza was nearing its goal. "We now face the completion of the campaign in Gaza, to achieve its objectives -- foremost among them, the release of all hostages and the defeat of Hamas," Israel Katz said. Trump had said on Friday that he was hoping for a new ceasefire in Gaza "within the next week". Three days later, Washington announced the $510-million sale to 'Israel' of bomb guidance kits and related support. "The United States is committed to the security of Israel, and it is vital to US national interests to assist Israel to develop and maintain a strong and ready self-defense capability," the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said in a statement.
Middle East Eye
2 days ago
- Business
- Middle East Eye
US considering approval of $510m worth of arms sale to Israel
The US is considering a potential $510m arms sale to Israel, the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on Monday. It follows a request by Israel to buy 3,845 Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) guidance kits for the BLU-109 bomb and 3,280 KMU-572 F/B JDAM guidance kits for the MK 82 bomb. 'The United States is committed to the security of Israel and it is vital to U.S. national interests to assist Israel to develop and maintain a strong and ready self-defense capability,' the DSCA said in a statement. 'The proposed sale will enhance Israel's capability to meet current and future threats by improving its ability to defend Israel's borders, vital infrastructure, and population centres,' the statement went on to say. The principal contractor will be Boeing, based in St Charles, Missouri.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
US approves $510m bomb guidance kits sale to Israel amid tensions
WASHINGTON: The United States has approved a $510 million sale of bomb guidance kits and support equipment to Israel, following heavy munitions use in its recent conflict with Iran. The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) stated the sale aims to strengthen Israel's ability to counter threats and protect its borders, infrastructure, and civilians. 'The proposed sale will enhance Israel's capability to meet current and future threats by improving its ability to defend Israel's borders, vital infrastructure, and population centers,' the DSCA said. The agency emphasized Washington's commitment to Israel's security, calling it vital to US national interests. The State Department greenlit the potential sale, with the DSCA notifying Congress for final approval. Israel recently conducted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, targeting scientists and military leaders in an effort to halt Tehran's nuclear program. Iran maintains its nuclear activities are peaceful, but the US and allies suspect weapons development. Former President Donald Trump initially sought diplomacy to replace the 2018-abandoned nuclear deal but ultimately authorized military strikes. A ceasefire paused hostilities last week, though Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned against Iran rebuilding nuclear sites, signaling possible future clashes.
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
US approves $510m sale of bomb guidance kits to Israel following Iran conflict
US President Donald Trump speaks as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu waves following a meeting in the White House, in Washington, US, April 7, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS Listen to article The United States on Monday announced the approval of a $510 million sale to Israel of bomb guidance kits and related support, after Israel expended significant munitions in its recent conflict with Iran. 'The proposed sale will enhance Israel's capability to meet current and future threats by improving its ability to defend Israel's borders, vital infrastructure, and population centers,' the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said in a statement. 'The United States is committed to the security of Israel, and it is vital to US national interests to assist Israel to develop and maintain a strong and ready self-defense capability,' it added. The State Department approved the possible sale and the DSCA has provided the required notification to the US Congress, which still needs to sign off on the transaction. Israel launched an unprecedented air campaign on June 13 targeting Iranian nuclear sites, scientists and top military brass in a bid to end the country's nuclear program, which Tehran says is for civilian purposes but Washington and other powers insist is aimed at acquiring atomic weapons. Trump had spent weeks pursuing a diplomatic path to replace the nuclear deal with Tehran that he tore up in 2018 during his first term, but he ultimately decided to take military action, ordering US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. A ceasefire brought the war to a halt last week, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to prevent Tehran from ever rebuilding its nuclear facilities, raising the prospect of a future conflict.
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
US approves $510mn sale of bomb guidance kits to Israel
WASHINGTON: The United States on Monday announced the approval of a $510 million sale to Israel of bomb guidance kits and related support, after Israel expended significant munitions in its recent conflict with Iran. 'The proposed sale will enhance Israel's capability to meet current and future threats by improving its ability to defend Israel's borders, vital infrastructure, and population centers,' the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said in a statement. 'The United States is committed to the security of Israel, and it is vital to US national interests to assist Israel to develop and maintain a strong and ready self-defense capability,' it added. US Senate rejects bids to block military sales to Israel The State Department approved the possible sale and the DSCA has provided the required notification to the US Congress, which still needs to sign off on the transaction. Israel launched an unprecedented air campaign on June 13 targeting Iranian nuclear sites, scientists and top military brass in a bid to end the country's nuclear program, which Tehran says is for civilian purposes but Washington and other powers insist is aimed at acquiring atomic weapons. Trump had spent weeks pursuing a diplomatic path to replace the nuclear deal with Tehran that he tore up in 2018 during his first term, but he ultimately decided to take military action, ordering US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. A ceasefire brought the war to a halt last week, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to prevent Tehran from ever rebuilding its nuclear facilities, raising the prospect of a future conflict.
