Israel says it has secured $8.7 billion U.S. aid package

[Almost Heaven]

Israel said on Thursday it had secured an $8.7 billion aid package from the United States package to support its ongoing military efforts. The package includes $3.5 billion for essential wartime procurement, which has already been received and earmarked for critical military purchases, and $5.2 billion designated for air defense systems including the Iron Dome anti-missile system and an advanced laser system.
(Reuters)

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[Almost Heaven]

UPDATED INFO TO THE ABOVE AID DEAL

The Defense Ministry announced that the US has agreed to up its defense aid to Israel by an additional $5.2 billion on Thursday, including a new focus on its laser development.

The $5.2b. is a significant increase from the $3.3 billion per year that the US committed to in a 10-year deal covering the 2019-2028 period.

A ministry statement said that this year’s contribution in the context of that 10-year deal would be $3.5 billion, focused mostly on wartime procurement.

According to numerous reports, Washington provided Israel with substantial offensive weapons in 2023–2024.

In contrast, the additional $5.2b. is focused on defense, including the Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and an advanced laser system.

An investment that will strengthen Israel's defense significantly ​

“The director-general finalized the details of the comprehensive aid package with his American counterparts, securing a multifaceted agreement to support Israel’s defense needs,” the ministry said.

“This substantial investment will significantly strengthen critical systems such as Iron Dome and David’s Sling while supporting the continued development of an advanced, high-powered laser defense system currently in its later stages of development.”

Further, the ministry said, “The professional meetings focused on enhancing strategic defense collaborations and continuing long-term and immediate procurement processes. These efforts aim to maintain Israel’s qualitative edge in the region and support ongoing military operations.”

US boosts Israel defense aid by $5.2 billion for laser tech, Iron Dome, David’s Sling

The additional $5.2 billion is focused on defense, including the Iron Dome, David's Sling, and an advanced laser system.

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[Kaatje]

Can't wrap my head about the charge-and-retreat "strategy" of the US.
Maybe it's beyond my paygrade (or maybe theirs...)

Anyhow, as long as they support Israel any which way, I'm glad.

 

[Work4Peanuts]

Can't wrap my head about the charge-and-retreat "strategy" of the US.
Maybe it's beyond my paygrade (or maybe theirs...)

Anyhow, as long as they support Israel any which way, I'm glad.

I wonder what strings are attached.

 

[Kaatje]

I wonder what strings are attached.

Good one. Hadn't thought of that.
Yes, not much is free these days.
Let's wait and see how it pans out.