Israel and the United States
*Delay of arms shipments*
Israel has been familiar with the issue for some time, the American decision was made in April. The step up on the part of the administration in recent days was reflected in the decision to brief American journalists on this so that the issue would be made public.
The Americans made it clear that the purpose of the delay is to put pressure on Israel on the Rafah issue — they do not deny this.
This is one shipment that has been delayed: 1,800 MK84 bombs (more than 900 kg) and 1,700 MK82 bombs (about 225 kg). The Americans claimed that they were mainly concerned about the damage that bombs weighing more than 900 kg could cause in Rafah.
Regarding 6,500 JDAM-type bomb guidance kits, the Americans are considering the possibility of delaying but have not yet made a decision.