4.5 - Israel and US relationship Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
How much aid does the US give to Israel annually?
A
Minimum of $3.8 billion
F16 and F35 aircraft, funding for ‘Iron Dome’
2
Q
What political support has the US shown to Israel?
A
- Vetoed 42 UN resolutions against Israel
- Only permanent member of the UNSC to recognise Jerusalem as capital of Israel
- Israel can borrow money from commercial US banks at lower rates to rebuild houses after previous conflicts
3
Q
What resources does the USA provide Israel?
A
- Military jets + munitions to IDF
- Iron Done system (provides air defence)
- Deep cooperation between Intelligence services (CIA and Mossad)
Continues to outspend China
4
Q
What could potentially change this relationship?
A
- Republican party increasingly isolationist, questioning role as global policeman
- US and China conflicting universal values
