U.S. Halts Sanctions on IDF Unit Amid New Israeli Information

The Biden administration pauses planned sanctions on the Netzah Yehuda Battalion, considering fresh evidence provided by Israel.

The U.S. decision to pause sanctions on the IDF's Netzah Yehuda Battalion follows intense opposition from Israeli officials and U.S. lawmakers.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken received new data from Israel, prompting a reevaluation of the battalion's alleged human rights violations in the West Bank.
The Netzah Yehuda Battalion, known for its ultra-Orthodox composition, was initially targeted for sanctions under the Leahy Law due to reported abuses.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly contested the sanctions, viewing them as an attack on the IDF's integrity.
Further investigations are pending as the U.S. and Israel continue discussions on the battalion's future cooperation under U.S. laws.