Israel has expressed gratitude for the $15 billion U.S. military aid package signed by President Biden, emphasizing the strong alliance between the two countries despite recent tensions. The aid includes funds for replenishing defense systems and enhancing military operations in the Middle East. While the U.S. emphasized support for Israel's security, it also urged the nation to ensure aid reaches Palestinians in Gaza. The region is facing a humanitarian crisis, with widespread malnutrition and the threat of famine, exacerbated by intense heat and lack of clean water. The aid package, however, excludes funding for UNRWA, a main U.N. agency providing aid to Palestinians in Gaza, due to Israeli allegations of agency employees' involvement in attacks on Israel. The U.S. aid package to Israel does not impose conditions, prompting criticism from some liberal Democrats. The State Department is considering action against an Israeli military unit accused of human rights abuses, under a U.S. law barring support to such units. The aid package signals continued U.S. support for Israel, despite growing calls for restrictions on arms shipments.