US Prepares $2.8 Billion Bomb Sale to Israel, Including Bunker Busters
The United States government is preparing to approve a significant arms deal worth approximately $2.8 billion to sell heavy "bunker buster" bombs to Israel. This potential sale represents the largest single transaction of this type of munition in recent years.
The bombs in question, weighing around 900 kilograms (approximately 2,000 pounds) each, have previously been a point of contention between the two nations. In 2024, the Biden administration halted a shipment of these specific munitions due to concerns over their potential use in densely populated areas of Gaza.
This proposed sale comes amid ongoing international scrutiny of the ongoing conflict and the humanitarian situation in Gaza. The U.S. has generally maintained its commitment to Israel's security, while also expressing concerns about civilian casualties.
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