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U.S. Rejects Netanyahu's Claims of Ammunition Embargo Impact

1/29/2026

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Amos Hochstein, a senior advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, rejected Netanyahu's claim that a U.S. ammunition embargo killed Israeli soldiers in Gaza.
He noted the U.S. provided over $20 billion in military support—the largest in Israel's history.
He called Netanyahu's remarks ungrateful and misleading.
Other U.S. officials, including Brett McGurk and Tom Nides, refuted the claims and said support remained strong.

History

Historical Context

The U.S.-Israel military partnership has evolved since the 1960s, with the U.S. providing over $150 billion in aid by 2022. In 2016, they solidified this alliance with a $38 billion military aid agreement, the largest in Israel's history. This ongoing support shapes regional stability and reflects the U.S. commitment to maintaining Israel's military edge amid complex Middle Eastern dynamics.

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Story summary

Amos Hochstein, a senior advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, rejected Netanyahu's claim that a U.S. ammunition embargo killed Israeli soldiers in Gaza.
He noted the U.S. provided over $20 billion in military support—the largest in Israel's history.
He called Netanyahu's remarks ungrateful and misleading.
Other U.S. officials, including Brett McGurk and Tom Nides, refuted the claims and said support remained strong.

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