Full coverage· Politics· Updated 12 Nov, 08:38

Israel and US Clash Over Military Aid End Date

The US, under President Donald Trump, plans to end military aid to Israel by the end of 2026, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposes a gradual phase-out over a decade, shifting to a partnership model. This disagreement could impact Israel's defense budget, currently receiving $3.8 billion annually.

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01US President Donald Trump wants to end military aid to Israel by the end of 2026.
02Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposes a gradual phase-out of US aid over approximately ten years.
03The shift aims to move from US financial aid to security and technology partnerships between the nations.
04Annual US military aid to Israel currently totals $3.8 billion under a 2016 agreement.
05Some US senators oppose expanding technological cooperation and joint defense production with Israel.
06An abrupt end to aid could cost Israel an additional 12 billion shekels annually.

While both sides aim for a new security agreement, US senators are pushing back against expanded technological cooperation and joint production initiatives.

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