Israeli forces are distributing more weapons to Jewish extremists in the occupied West Bank. Israel's National Security Minister launched a campaign to arm Israelis, including settlers in the occupied West Bank, under the pretext of protecting them from Palestinian attacks.

The U.S. decision to suspend shipments to Israel and consider slowing other shipments is a major policy shift for the Biden administration. It is the first time that the US has refused military aid to a close ally since Israel began its invasion of Gaza.