US Lawmakers Seek Assessment of Israel Arms Transfers Over Rights Concerns
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Democratic US Representatives sent letters requesting assessment of compliance with arms transfer policies and Leahy Laws regarding security assistance to Israel.
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Letters cite allegation that US arms transfers to Israel violate American and international law and are used in war crimes.
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Letters urge immediate assessment of compliance with Conventional Arms Transfer policy and Leahy Laws.
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If Israel found non-compliant, letters ask for immediate action including written explanation by Feb 7 if no action taken.
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Letters state that if Biden administration upholds human rights, it must conduct requested assessments regarding security assistance to Israel.