Trump Administration Approves $2.8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel
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What happened
The Trump administration has approved a $2.8 billion arms sale to Israel that includes 2,000-pound bombs.
The proposed sale reportedly includes 40,000 one-ton bombs.
Why it matters
The delivery of 40,000 one-ton munitions represents a significant addition to Israel's military inventory, given the scale and weight of the weaponry involved.
Context
Israel is a designated major non-NATO ally of the United States and hosts the only foreign military installations on its soil, which are U.S. bases.
The United States has a long-standing history of military support for Israel, having provided $150 billion in bilateral assistance as of February 2022 and committing to at least $3.8 billion in annual military aid starting in 2019.
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