US supplies Israel nearly half of arms & ammunituins used in Gaza war

The latest annual budget report from the Accountant General’s Division of the Treasury has revealed a staggering dependency of Israel on American aid during the Israel-Hamas war.

The report discloses that in the fourth quarter of 2023, the Ministry of Defense engaged in unplanned transactions amounting to New Israel Shekel (NIS) 18 billion due to the war. Shockingly, approximately NIS 7.8 billion of these transactions, accounting for 43%, were with American suppliers, highlighting Israel’s significant reliance on the US for made arms.

These sales, while some are yet to be fulfilled, indicate a continued reliance on American support in the foreseeable future. The data underscores Israel’s specific dependence on the US rather than the broader international community.

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This reliance on American aid becomes even more critical in light of reported threats to halt defense equipment sales to Israel by the US, further highlighting Israel’s vulnerability.

Contrary to budget reports, the breakdown of engagements provided by the Accountant General’s report reveals a more accurate picture of Israel’s active procurement agreements.

These engagements, totaling NIS 18 billion, include significant investments in various types of ammunition and armaments. Most notably, the Ministry of Defense procured ammunition, armaments, and warheads primarily from American suppliers, indicating a deep-seated reliance on American defense resources.

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Furthermore, the breakdown highlights a substantial purchase of armored vehicles, including the acquisition of light armored vehicles from an American company. Israel’s Ministry of Defense also invested heavily in military ambulances and spare parts from the US Army, further solidifying the American role in Israel’s defense infrastructure.

Beyond tangible equipment purchases, temporary engagements such as leasing interception systems and additional flight hours for remotely manned aircraft underscore the depth of American involvement in Israel’s defense operations.

The war’s logistical demands also saw significant contracts for fuel and provisions, further highlighting the extensive reliance on external support to sustain military operations. Overall, the breakdown of engagements exposes Israel’s profound dependency on American aid, shaping the nation’s defense strategy and procurement decisions.