Trump administration revokes Biden's order on U.S. arms and international law violations

The Trump administration has revoked a Biden-era order requiring reports on potential international law violations involving U.S.-supplied weapons, including those used by Israel. This order, known as National Security Memorandum-20, was established in February 2024. The memorandum aimed to ensure oversight of U.S. arms use by allies amid concerns over Israel's actions in Gaza. In May 2024, a report indicated Israel might have violated international humanitarian law, but specific instances were unclear due to wartime chaos. The decision to rescind the memorandum has drawn criticism from some lawmakers, who argue it undermines U.S. accountability and global human rights. The White House has not yet commented on the revocation.