U.S. Approves $3.5 Billion Military Aid to Israel Amid Rising Mideast Tensions

The U.S. is set to provide Israel with $3.5 billion for weapons and military equipment, as reported by CNN. The funds come from the $14.1 billion supplemental funding bill passed in April. This move occurs amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and fears of a broader war involving Israel.

The United States is poised to deliver $3.5 billion in military aid to Israel, earmarked for U.S. weapons and equipment, CNN reported Friday. This release follows months after congressional appropriation.

The State Department notified lawmakers Thursday night about the foreign military financing, sourced from the $14.1 billion bill passed in April. Amid growing Middle East tensions and a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, fears of conflict escalation persist.

The killings of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran and Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr in Beirut have increased risks of a broader Middle East war, sparking threats of retaliation against Israel.

(With inputs from agencies.)