U.S. approves sale of $7.4 bn in bombs, missiles to Israel

The United States announced on Friday the approval of a $7.4 billion arms sale to Israel, which includes bombs, missiles, and related equipment.

The U.S. State Department has signed off on the sale of $6.75 billion worth of bombs, guidance kits, and fuses, along with an additional $660 million in Hellfire missiles.

In a statement, the Pentagon emphasized that the proposed sale would enhance Israel's ability to address current and future threats, bolster its homeland defense, and act as a deterrent against regional dangers.

Although the State Department has approved the arms sale, the transactions still require approval from both the House of Representatives and Senate committees.

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