'U.S Spent $106 Billion On Israel-Gaza': Blinken Face CHILLING Senate Hearing On OCT 7 Anniversary

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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin faced intense questioning in the U.S. Senate over the Biden administration’s proposed $106 billion national security funding package, which included major support for Israel alongside humanitarian assistance for civilians in Gaza and other conflict zones. During the October 31, 2023 hearing, Blinken defended continued U.S. support for Israel following the October 7 Hamas attacks, while emphasizing that Israel must comply with international humanitarian law. The hearing was repeatedly disrupted by anti-war demonstrators demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, with Capitol Police arresting protesters inside the Dirksen Senate Office Building. The funding request included billions for Israel’s defense systems, including missile-defense capabilities, as well as humanitarian assistance for food, water and medical supplies. Blinken also argued that an immediate and unconditional ceasefire could allow Hamas to r

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