The Trump administration is considering sending 24,000 assault rifles to Israel, valued at $34 million, after Antony J. Blinken, the former secretary of state, had initially halted the order due to concerns from Democratic lawmakers about potential misuse. The rifles were requested by Israel and would primarily go to the Israeli National Police, but lawmakers feared they could end up in the hands of settler militias or be used unjustly against Palestinians. Despite some initial approval in December 2023, the order was ultimately held by Mr. Blinken, who had previously faced criticism for rarely rejecting weapons requests from Israel.
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