Israel approves purchase of fighter jets from the US
Summary
Israel has approved a large deal to buy new fighter jets from the United States to strengthen its military. The deal includes advanced F-35 and F-15IA jets and is part of a larger plan to prepare for security challenges over the next decade.Key Facts
- Israel’s government approved buying two new squadrons of fighter jets from US companies Lockheed Martin and Boeing.
- The purchase involves F-35 and F-15IA aircraft, advanced military jets used for combat.
- This deal is part of a 350 billion shekel (about $119 billion) program to boost Israel’s armed forces.
- The Israeli Defence Ministry sees this purchase as important for maintaining military strength for the next 10 years and beyond.
- The US and Israel have been engaged in conflict with Iran since February 28, with a ceasefire starting April 8.
- Israeli leaders say the jets will keep Israel’s military superior in the region and improve advanced technologies, including autonomous flight and space dominance.
- Boeing previously received an $8.6 billion contract to supply 25 F-15IA jets to Israel with an option to buy 25 more.
- Final steps include completing agreements with the US government and military.
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