The U.S. Senate rejected a bid to block $8.8 billion in arms sales to Israel despite concerns over the human rights crisis in Gaza. The resolutions of disapproval were offered by Senator Bernie Sanders but were overwhelmingly rejected. The strong bipartisan support for Israel in Congress makes it unlikely for resolutions to stop weapons sales to pass, but supporters hope to raise awareness and encourage action to protect civilians. The suspension of humanitarian aid deliveries has left thousands of children facing malnutrition and starvation in Gaza.