The Trump administration has facilitated the shipment of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel, a decision reversing the earlier hold instituted by former President Joe Biden, Breitbart reported.
This move forms part of a broader strategy of pro-Israel policies, encompassing actions on sanctions, foreign aid, and a recently brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Shortly after assuming office, Trump's administration took the significant step of delivering the munitions to Israel, as reported by Axios and confirmed by three Israeli officials. These officials revealed that the Israeli government received the news of the release on a Friday, with the Biden administration's withheld 1,800 MK-84 bombs now set to be dispatched.
Biden's objection to the bomb supply, which was primarily intended as a political gesture, previously served a symbolic role more than a practical military one. This positioning by former President Biden was reportedly used by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a rallying cry to galvanize Republican opposition.
Upon entering the Oval Office, President Trump enacted numerous executive orders in support of Israel. Included in these orders was the revocation of Biden's sanctions on the International Criminal Court.
Furthermore, Trump took measures to block visas for those connected to foreign terrorist networks and carried out a review of foreign aid to ensure alignment with U.S. interests. Sanctions related to the endorsement of Israeli settlements in Judea and Samaria were also dismissed as part of these early initiatives.
In efforts to enhance regional stability, just prior to taking office, Trump announced a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas. This announcement was presented as a major diplomatic accomplishment, garnering approval from the Israeli government.
President Trump attributed the successful ceasefire to his administration's recent electoral success. He expressed that this pivotal agreement "could only have happened" thanks to the outcomes of the November victory, signaling a renewed commitment to pursuing diplomatic resolutions.
The maintenance of this fragile peace was underlined by Trump, who stressed the significance of his National Security team's activities, particularly those of Steve Witkoff, Special Envoy to the Middle East. The objective was to ensure Gaza does not revert to a haven for terrorism.
Trump's dispatch of the bombs and the ceasefire drew further attention as he revealed the concurrent release of four female Israeli soldiers who had been confined for 15 months.
Encouraged by these developments, Trump has assured ongoing cooperation with Israel and its allies. The release of detainees was celebrated as a crucial milestone in safeguarding the security of the Middle East region.
The immediate tactical changes and the associated political messages underscore the administration’s contrast in diplomatic approach compared to Biden's term. The bomb shipment itself, while being a strong message, also played a part in the larger reevaluation of U.S. foreign policies under Trump.
While articulating his vision for Middle Eastern peace, Trump has underscored that the actions taken by his administration serve both to maintain safety for allies and to anchor the domestic and global perception of U.S. sovereignty and security.
In follow-up remarks, Trump assured the public and allies of the administration's ambition to keep Gaza out of terrorist control.
