A recent Pentagon report has uncovered significant oversight gaps in the monitoring of $13.4 billion in military aid provided to Israel, raising concerns about the accountability of defense articles amid the ongoing conflict following Hamas’s attack on October 7, 2023. The report indicates that only 44% of defense articles were adequately tracked, a drop from 69%, largely due to staffing shortages and the complex operational environment. This lack of oversight poses risks to U.S. national security and could enable adversaries to access sensitive military technology. Recommendations for improved oversight include an upcoming inspection of the Office of Defense Cooperation in Israel, highlighting the importance of maintaining a technological edge for U.S. allies.