Israel Secures $8.7 Billion U.S. Aid Package for Defense

The deal includes $5.2 billion for air defense systems and $3.5 billion for wartime procurement.

The U.S. has agreed to provide Israel with an $8.7 billion aid package to bolster its defense capabilities.
The package allocates $5.2 billion specifically for air defense systems, including the Iron Dome, David's Sling, and an advanced laser system.
An additional $3.5 billion is designated for essential wartime procurement, which has already been received and earmarked for critical military purchases.
The aid agreement was finalized after high-level meetings between Israeli Defense Ministry officials and U.S. defense representatives at the Pentagon.
The deal underscores the strong strategic partnership between the U.S. and Israel, particularly in addressing regional security threats from Iran and Iranian-backed militias.