US Approves $2.44 Billion Arms Deals for Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
The United States has approved arms sales to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait totaling $2.44 billion. The largest deal, valued at approximately $1.96 billion, involves Saudi Arabia purchasing up to 20,000 advanced precision-guided munitions. The second deal, worth $484 million, is for Kuwait and will provide maintenance and logistical support for its fleet of C-17 transport aircraft.
The US State Department emphasized that these transactions will strengthen the security of key US allies outside NATO and asserted that the sales will not alter the fundamental military balance in the region. This move follows Saudi Arabia's supportive role during the recent US-Iran conflict, which reportedly pleased former President Donald Trump and is seen as a form of reward.
However, Israel has expressed dissatisfaction with the deals, as it had hoped any US support for Saudi Arabia would be contingent upon Riyadh engaging in negotiations and reaching an agreement with Israel. Meanwhile, Iran has issued warnings, stating that this moment marks when it will attack Israel.
These developments highlight ongoing regional tensions and the complex dynamics involving US alliances in the Middle East.
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