https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/huge-mk-84-bombs-arrive-in-israel-after-us-lifts-ban

ISRAEL received a shipment of heavy MK-84 bombs from the United States after President Donald Trump lifted a block imposed by his predecessor, the Defence Ministry said yesterday.

The unguided 2,000-pound bombs can tear through concrete and metal, creating a wide blast radius.

Exports of these munitions were held up by the Biden administration over concerns about their impact on densely populated areas in Gaza.

Defence Minister Israel Katz said the new munitions shipment was a “significant asset” for the Israeli Air Force and demonstrated the “strong alliance” between Israel and the US.

The delivery comes amid concerns over whether the ceasefire for Israel’s war on Gaza will hold.

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