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Biden administration’s silence on reports of US weapons used in Rafah strike
The Biden administration has remained silent on reports that Israel used U.S. weapons in a deadly strike in Rafah that killed dozens of displaced Palestinians. The remains of American-produced GBU-39 small diameter bombs were found at the scene, according to explosive weapons experts. The New York Times also confirmed the use of these bombs, designed and sold in the United States.
Despite mounting evidence, the White House and Pentagon have refused to confirm the use of U.S. weapons by Israel. The Israeli military has also declined to specify the type of bomb used in the strike. The strike in Rafah resulted in the deaths of at least 45 people, mostly women and children, and left over 240 others wounded.
U.S. officials have been urging Israel to use more precise bombs with smaller payloads to reduce civilian casualties. The Israeli military has stated that they used precision-guided munitions with a payload of about 37 pounds in the strike. The Biden administration’s reluctance to address the issue has raised concerns about the use of American weapons in the conflict.
For more information, you can read the full report on TheHill.com. Stay tuned for further developments in this ongoing situation.
