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US pauses arms deliveries after Israel closes Rafah border

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Alexandria Williams
May 9, 2024

The US is stepping up its opposition to Israel's plans to launch an attack on the city of Rafah in southern Gaza. After Israel closed the Rafah border crossing, Secretary of State Lloyd Austin said the US would pause some weapons shipments.

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