The Biden administration's decision to sanction a religious unit of the Israel Defense Forces may have negative consequences for U.S. troops and international relations. The sanctions are seen as a criticism of Israel's war against Hamas and other Iranian-backed terror groups, putting American soldiers at legal risk and potentially damaging the U.S.'s reputation as a faithful ally.
Key Points
Sanctioning the religious unit of the Israel Defense Forces could have negative consequences for U.S. troops and international relations.
The sanctions are seen as a criticism of Israel's war against Hamas and other Iranian-backed terror groups.
The Biden administration's decision may put American soldiers at legal risk and damage the U.S.'s reputation as a faithful ally.