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Acquisition·JDAM

US Clears $5B in JDAMs for Saudi Arabia

1 source · first reported 12h ago

via Breaking Defense

The US has cleared roughly $6.1 billion in military equipment for potential sales to Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Iraq. The sales include precision munitions and fighter jet sustainment. The State Department announced the clearance for these potential sales.

Why it matters

The clearance of these sales is significant as it showcases the US's commitment to supporting its allies in the Middle East with advanced military equipment. The sales of precision munitions, such as JDAMs, can enhance the military capabilities of these countries.

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