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Israel Confirms Phased End to US Military Aid

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office confirmed a plan to phase out U.S. military aid, shifting from assistance to partnership. This initiative, originating from Israel, aims to reduce financial dependence while enhancing technological cooperation.

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01Israel's Prime Minister's office confirmed a plan to phase out U.S. military aid.
02The transition aims to shift from U.S. aid to a strategic partnership between the two nations.
03The initiative originated from Israel, with Prime Minister Netanyahu expressing a desire to end financial support.
04Discussions involve reducing U.S. funding and potentially increasing cooperation in missile defense.
05The current annual U.S. military aid package to Israel amounts to $3.8 billion.

Discussions are ongoing to define the terms of this transition, which could see missile defense funding increase. The current annual aid package totals $3.8 billion.

Translated and summarized by baba from i24NEWS French, the latest report. Read i24NEWS French’s original