"Controversy Surrounds Blinken's Bypassing of Congress to Supply Ammunition to Israel"

Secretary of State Antony Blinken defended the Biden administration's decision to bypass Congress and send ammunition to Israel, citing Israel's need to defend itself against Hamas. Blinken emphasized that rules and international humanitarian law still apply to Israel, and the emergency sale of tank ammunition is a small portion of what has been requested. He stated that the administration is working to protect civilian lives in Gaza and ensure Israel's compliance with international law. The rising death toll in Gaza has led to calls for a cease-fire and further investigations into civilian casualties.