Overview

• During a Senate hearing, Sen. Graham questioned Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on the implications of halting military aid to Israel.
• Graham likened the pause in aid to 'Hiroshima and Nagasaki on steroids,' emphasizing the existential threat to Israel.
• The decision to halt the aid was due to concerns over potential civilian casualties in Israel's planned operations in Rafah.
• Graham argued that withholding aid could jeopardize Israel's security and encourage its adversaries.
• The U.S. administration indicated the pause is a review and not a cancellation, leaving room for future adjustments based on the situation in Rafah.