Overview

• The package allocates up to $172 million for HAWK Phase III medium-range surface-to-air missile systems, spare parts, refurbishment and logistical support.
• It also earmarks up to $150 million for maintenance, repair and overhaul services to sustain operational rates of Bradley infantry fighting vehicles.
• The Defense Security Cooperation Agency determined the transactions will not shift the regional military balance or undermine US defense stockpiles.
• The approval follows a brief July pause in weapons shipments while the Pentagon assessed existing inventories.
• Congress has a 30-day review period before finalizing the proposed arms sales.