US Secretary of State approves $25.8 billion in weapons sales to Middle East allies - report
The US Secretary of State has approved $25.8 billion in weapons sales to Middle East allies, according to a report. The move underscores the Trump administration's support for countries impacted by Iranian attacks during Operation Epic Fury. The sale includes advanced defense systems aimed at strengthening regional security partnerships.
- ▪The US approved $25.8 billion in weapons sales to Middle East allies.
- ▪This decision reflects the Trump administration’s commitment to allies affected by Iranian attacks.
- ▪The weapons sales are linked to Operation Epic Fury and include advanced missile defense technology.
- ▪The Patriot missile system, part of the sale, has been integrated with the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS).
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| Original publisher | The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com |
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| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 07:19:06 GMT |
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US Secretary of State approves $25.8 billion in weapons sales to Middle East allies - reportAccording to Bloomberg, the massive sale demonstrates the Trump administration’s commitment to allied countries affected by Iranian attacks during Operation Epic Fury. Surface-to-air missile launcher of the Patriot (Wisla) system newly integrated into the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) stands at an army base in Sochaczew, Poland, December 18, 2024.(photo credit: REUTERS/KUBA STEZYCKI)
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