Bernie Sanders introduces resolution blocking $735m weapons sale to Israel

Progressive senator says US needs to examine if sale of weapons is simply fueling conflict'

Senator Bernie Sanders introduced a resolution blocking a $735m US weapons sale to Israel on Thursday, mirroring a symbolic action by the House of Representatives in response to conflict between Israel and Gaza's Hamas leaders.

I believe that the United States must help lead the way to a peaceful and prosperous future for both Israelis and Palestinians," the progressive senator said on Twitter.