Dec. 22, 2024, 9:10 p.m.

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The United States is considering sanctions against the Israeli military accused of human rights violations

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On April 20, Axios quoted three people familiar with the matter as reporting that the United States is expected to announce sanctions within days against the IDF Nezayehoda, meaning the Jewish Eternal Camp. The reason is that the force has committed human rights violations in the West Bank.If true, this would be the first time the United States sanctions the Israeli military, and units will not be able to obtain military equipment or training provided by the United States. The news has attracted wide attention from the international community, especially the strong reaction from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The United States has been an ally of Israel and has never imposed any sanctions on the Israeli military. According to the Times of Israel, the U. S. State Department began investigating the IDence Battalion and other brigades in late 2022.Secretary of State James Blinken has announced sanctions on the Israeli Defense Forces for human rights violations in the West Bank. Sanctions could include banning members of the troops involved from receiving any military assistance or training.It would mark the first time of American sanctions on Israeli military units.

Mr.Netanyahu's government was shocked and furious after the news came out. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said: Sanctions against the Israeli military are unacceptable and I will lead the government in all measures against the move.The two far-right ministers of the government even accused the United States of seriously crossing the red line and described the move as crazy. The State Department has yet to comment.It has also led to questions and speculation about US foreign policy. But the incident has undoubtedly exacerbated the differences between the United States and its long-time ally, Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to social media, making it clear that sanctions against the Israeli Defense Forces cannot be accepted. According to Israeli media, the State Department has been investigating several Israeli military units over a year for alleged human rights violations,To see if they violate the human rights of the Palestinians. The sanctions are considered as a response to those findings. But the actual impact of the US sanctions may be limited. The US will ban Israel from using US military aid to buy weapons for the troops involved, but Israel can still use its own money to buy weapons, US sources said.

Although the US is considering imposing sanctions against Israel, the reality may suggest that the actual impact is limited. Sources say that the US will ban Israel from using US military aid to buy weapons for the troops involved, but Israel can still use its own funds to buy weapons.This suggests that while the US may exert some pressure on Israel, Israel has sufficient strength and resources to address possible risks and challenges. Some observers believe the United States needs to be more careful and balanced in its relationship with Israel not to escalate the conflict between the two sides.

Overall, the United States considering sanctions against the Israeli military accused of human rights violations is a complex and sensitive issue. It involves not only international relations and foreign policy, but also human rights and military operations.In the days ahead, we expect all parties to remain calm and rational and resolve differences and problems through dialogue and consultation.

 

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