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Bill in US Congress would give Israel access to B‑2 stealth bombers (www.ynetnews.com)

submitted 2 days ago by geneva_convenience@lemmy.ml to c/progressivepolitics@lemmy.world

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U.S. Congress members from both sides of the aisle have introduced a bill in the House of Representatives that would grant President Donald Trump the authority to allow Israel access to B‑2 stealth bombers and bunker‑busting bombs if it becomes clear that Iran is continuing to develop nuclear weapons.

According to the proposed legislation—currently awaiting approval—this would enable unprecedented operational cooperation, including deployment, equipment and training, but without transferring permanent ownership or direct control to Israel.

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[–] pulsewidth@lemmy.world 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I imagine this so Israel can continue attacking Iran and the US can distance themselves from the political fallout, while still reaping the 'benefit' of Iran's military capabilities being damaged.

Gotta wonder when Russia and China will decide to be more open in this new cold war and hand larger weapons to Iran.

[–] geneva_convenience@lemmy.ml 3 points 1 day ago (1 children)

Russia seems to be actively colluding with Israel as it refuses to sell any anti-air defense systems and fighter jets to Iran. Whereas Russia is happily selling to India and Turkey.

Not sure what is happening with China. The Iranian defense minister went to China after their war with Israel was over

[–] njm1314@lemmy.world 1 points 23 hours ago

While their strategic interests might not always align perfectly it's important I remember that Putin and Netanyahu are personal allies. Cuz I guess fascists tend to get along.