What does dwindling US aid mean for Israel’s war in Gaza?

Feb. 07, 2024 International

Congress is stalling on more funding for Israel, which has been the largest recipient of U.S. aid of any country since its founding in 1948. Israel relies on that money to wage its war in Gaza.

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Credits

Guest:

Bryant Harris - congressional reporter for Defense News

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Zeke Reed

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