So Israel

[Anomalism]

Because none of them live in Israel. Got it.


I must have forgotten.

He's trying to distinguish between the government and individual Jewish people. That's a good thing.

 

[Hafar1014]

Massive amounts?

Israel buys wepons from us creating tax paying jobs. They also improved the F 35 and gave the upgrades to us free. That saved Boing a billion dollars
Israel has customized its F-35I "Adir" fleet with advanced, locally developed upgrades designed for long-range, stealth-enabled missions. Key enhancements include specialized, non-stealth-compromising, drop fuel tanks that extend range, plus upgraded electronic warfare suites, unique helmet-mounted displays, and the ability to carry increased weaponry (such as additional missiles).
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Key Upgrades and Features

• Long-Range Stealth Fuel Tanks: Israel has developed and deployed special, detachable fuel tanks that maintain the jet's stealth profile while significantly extending its combat radius.
• "Beast Mode" & Increased Payload: Israeli F-35Is can carry additional weapons on wing pylons, allowing for increased lethality while still, to some extent, managing stealth requirements.
• Indigenous Electronic Warfare (EW): Israeli-made, highly advanced EW systems are integrated into the F-35I's avionics, allowing them to counter advanced air-defense systems like Russian-made radars, Ynetnews notes.
• Software and Sensor Control: Israel has unique permission to add its own, proprietary, plug-and-play software, sensors, and datalinks, which are not present on other F-35 models.
• Maintenance & Upgrades: Israel maintains its own, full-service, indigenous maintenance and modification center at Nevatim Air Force Base.
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These modifications, often described as giving the F-35I a "Beast Mode" capability, have made the aircraft a cornerstone in long-distance, high-threat, and complex operations, enabling Israel to strike distant targets undetected.

 

[Anomalism]

So what? Does that seem to be causing markets to crash? No.

Russia and China will always be a threat. Do you suppose that stopping aid to our Middle Eastern allies will solve our fiscal problems?

So our attitude should be "**** it..." until something catastrophic actually happens?

 

[ding]

The reason people don't attack Israel is because we have a pact with them, not because of the extra money we send them.

I believe the reason Iran doesn't attack Israel is because of Israel's military strength and that most certainly is due to our support; financial and military.

 

[Independent thinker]

I dont care for the government.

In other words, as someone who wishes Israeli's die in terrorist attacks, your goal is to get the right to withdraw support from Israel.

 

[Anomalism]

I believe the reason Iran doesn't attack Israel is because of Israel's military strength and that most certainly is due to our support; financial and military.

No, dude. It's because they know the United States would tear their ass apart.

 

[ding]

I get it. It helps, in your mind, keep your dishonesty alive.

No. He's not here making dishonest arguments. You are. You're a joke.

 

[ding]

Exactly. Who cares if we subsidize a country that does things you are supposedly against.
We sit here racking up debt, and in effect pay for abortions etc.
No biggie. After all, its only hypocrisy. And we all know you dont give 2 shits about that.

^^^^ gas lighting

Why does the US provide aid to our allies in the Middle East?

 

[Stryder50]

Is it a bird?

Is it a plane?

No, it's the point, flying over your head at mach 3.

Bullshyte!

It's another lame jab at Israel, Jews, and pro-life persons.

Brought to you by the hypocrites who out of one side of their mouth say the USA shouldn't meddle in the internal affairs of other countries, then from other side criticize the USA for not meddling in other countries affairs the loony Left don't approve of.

Being one of those hypocrites you'd know that, but honesty isn't your strong suit.

 

[Dogmaphobe]

He's trying to distinguish between the government and individual Jewish people. That's a good thing.

Nope.

There is one reason and one reason, only, when it comes to the obsession with Israel.

 

[Anomalism]

Bullshyte!

It's another lame jab at Israel, Jews, and pro-life persons.

Brought to you by the hypocrites who out of one side of their mouth say the USA shouldn't meddle in the internal affairs of other countries, then from other side criticize the USA for not meddling in other countries affairs the loony Left don't approve of.

Being one of those hypocrites you'd know that, but honesty isn't your strong suit.

I don't support any foreign aid.

 

[ding]

I don't agree that this imagined situation would happen if we stopped giving them annual charity.

The state department disagrees.

The U.S. State Department consistently supports and facilitates military and economic aid to Israel, viewing its security as a cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy. The U.S. provides billions annually, including a 10-year, $38 billion Memorandum of Understanding (2019-2028), with over $16 billion in additional aid authorized following October 2023.
U.S. Department of State (.gov) +3
Key details regarding State Department support for aid to Israel:

• Military Aid & Sales: The U.S. provides advanced weaponry, defensive equipment, and funding for missile defense, such as the Iron Dome. This includes Foreign Military Financing (FMF) authorized by the State Department.
• Long-Standing Commitment: Since 1948, the U.S. has provided over $130 billion in bilateral assistance.
• Recent Assistance: Following the October 7, 2023, attacks, the U.S. approved additional military aid and expedited arms transfers, including a $20 billion package in August 2024.
• Strategic Objective: The aid is designed to help Israel maintain its "Qualitative Military Edge" (QME) against regional threats.
• Conditions: While support is robust, security aid is technically subject to conditions regarding human rights and international law.

 

[Anomalism]

The state department disagrees.

I am aware of their official stance. I disagree with it.

 

[ding]

So, now we have massive goalposts. How convenient for you.

No. It's been this way since 1948.

 

[Dorian Mode]

Sometimes the republican fans sound eerily similar to the dumocrap fans. Makes me think the two parties really are still two sides of the same coin. And they both try and use peer pressure to shame people into adopting the ENTIRE platform. Wise people know they don't have to adhere to every position of their favorite party. Wiser people know that both parties actually suck and shouldn't be trusted or adored.

 

[Billiejeens]

This thread isnt about jews.

How is it not?

 

[TNHarley]

Because none of them live in Israel. Got it.


I must have forgotten.

The government is not the same as "jews"
They also have a couple million arabs and a couple other minorities. I must hate them too.
I dislike our government. Does that mean I hate jews, muslims, christians, atheists, sikhs, buddhists, hindu etc?
No, its silly.

 

[TNHarley]

How is it not?

Because israel is not a people. It is a place. A government.

 

[Stryder50]

So we arent, in effect, subsidiziing europes welfare state by paying a huge part of their defense? Could they afford that massive welfare state without us subsidizing their defense?
This isnt about abortion as much as it is about israel.

i.e. it's the Joos, again ...

 

[Billiejeens]

Sometimes the republican fans sound eerily similar to the dumocrap fans. Makes me think the two parties really are still two sides of the same coin. And they both try and use peer pressure to shame people into adopting the ENTIRE platform. Wise people know they don't have to adhere to every position of their favorite party. Wiser people know that both parties actually suck and shouldn't be trusted or adored.

Smart people know that a tomato is a fruit.
Wise people know that it doesn't belong in a fruit salad.