Report details $3.8 billion annual security flow between U.S. and Israel

A new political and military assessment argues that the United States gains more from its alliance with Israel than it spends on the partnership. The report positions Israel as a frontline partner in the global fight against terrorism, claiming the relationship provides tangible returns in intelligence, military technology, and economic stability.

The document asserts that Israeli actions against terrorist groups send strategic signals to adversaries across the Middle East. It highlights a long history of intelligence cooperation, citing recent collaboration in the war against Iran as a prime example. According to the analysis, decades of shared intelligence have allowed the U.S. to reduce costs associated with training operatives and maintaining facilities.

Specific operations are listed to demonstrate this value. These include the detonation of Hezbollah pagers, assistance in targeting Houthi forces, and the capture of Iranian documents related to nuclear weapons. The report also notes warnings provided to Egypt, Jordan, and Italy regarding assassination attempts and potential hijackings.

Military feedback from Israeli combat experience is described as a key resource for the Pentagon. The analysis states that data on enemy forces and equipment helps American manufacturers refine tactics and gear. This process is said to save American lives by ensuring weapons systems are updated for future operations without expensive changes to assembly lines.

The report details how Israel often improves American weapons, allowing U.S. firms to maintain large-scale production. Licenses for these refinements are frequently sold to American companies. In some cases, Israel pays American firms for research and development on modifications that the U.S. military subsequently adopts.

Israel’s status as a stable democracy is presented as a strategic asset. The analysis argues that American equipment stored in Israel is secure from falling into anti-Western hands through coups or revolutions. Agreements made with an institutionalized democracy are expected to survive changes in government, unlike deals with personal rulers.

Historical examples are cited to illustrate Israel's role as a stabilizing force. The report mentions Israel mobilizing to help Jordan avert a Syrian invasion at America's request. It states that Israel continues to ensure stability in Lebanon, Syria, and among other regional stakeholders.

A 2016 Memorandum of Understanding is central to the economic argument. This agreement requires Israel to spend its $3.8 billion in annual security assistance in the United States. The funds are used to purchase American-made defense equipment from companies such as Lockheed Martin and Boeing. This process reinvests the money into the American defense industry and supports domestic jobs.

The analysis concludes that the partnership requires Congressional support to endure beyond presidential promises. It calls for the election of members of Congress who prioritize the bond between the two nations. The report specifically highlights Caroline Shinkle, a candidate for the New York 12th Congressional District, as a supporter of the alliance. Her opponent is described as being unable to give a direct answer on whether Israel was guilty of genocide.