The United States has canceled strategic meetings with Israel that was scheduled for today, following criticism from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding delays in arms shipments to Israel by the Biden administration, according to the Israeli newspaper Haaretz.
“It’s inconceivable that in the past few months, the administration has been withholding weapons and ammunition to Israel,” Netanyahu stated in a video posted on X on Tuesday.
The meeting, which was supposed to take place in Washington, was intended to focus primarily on the progress of Iran’s nuclear program, Haaretz reported.
“Instead of the delegation that was supposed to travel to Washington, led by Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, there will only be a meeting between National Security Council head Tzachi Hanegbi and U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan,” the daily reported, citing a senior Israeli official.
Shipments of American Weapons
President Joe Biden previously halted some shipments of American weapons to Israel, alleging that it did not comply with protecting civilians.
Earlier in June, Israel signed a deal to acquire 25 US-made F-35 fighter jets for a total of $3 billion, according to a statement from the Israeli Ministry of Defense.
Last April, Biden signed a $26.4 billion aid package for Israel, including $14 billion in military assistance.
The Palestinians view US military support for Israel as an effort to prolong the Israeli conflict with Gaza.
