US Approves $2.27 Billion Arms Sale to Middle East Allies Amid Regional Tensions
The US State Department approved $2.27 billion in foreign military sales to Egypt, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates, featuring APKWS-II kits and Javelin missiles.
The US State Department approved a $2.27 billion arms sale to Egypt, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates amid ongoing regional tensions involving Iran.
Precision Guidance and UAE Request
The bulk of the package, valued at $1.041 billion, is allocated for APKWS-II guidance kits, which convert unguided rockets into laser-guided precision munitions. According to the State Department, the United Arab Emirates requested 10,000 units of these systems.
Javelin Missiles for Egypt
Another notable transaction involves $832 million in Javelin anti-tank missiles designated for Egypt. While unrelated to the immediate Iranian threat, this sale equips Egypt with over 2,000 new Javelin missiles as the country continues its military buildup.
"We will create unprecedented capacity for PAC-3 MSE production and deliver them rapidly to our allies," said Jim Taiclet, Chairman and CEO of Lockheed Martin.
Meanwhile, Kuwait secured an approval for $400 million in Patriot maintenance systems to counter regional threats, though delivery timelines remain extended due to high international demand for air defense hardware.
