On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate voted against a proposal that sought to block arms sales to Israel, introduced by lawmakers who argue that Israel’s military actions in Gaza are obstructing vital humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians.

The measure, known as a “resolution of disapproval,” was championed by Senator Bernie Sanders, an independent who caucuses with Democrats.

Proponents of the resolution have raised alarms over the growing humanitarian emergency in Gaza, with concerns that Israeli military operations are preventing critical aid from reaching those in need.

Despite the strong advocacy for change, the Senate’s rejection of the proposal underscores the ongoing divisions in U.S. policy regarding the Israeli Palestinian conflict and the challenge of balancing national security with humanitarian considerations.

Al Jazeera/Agencies.