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US Greenlights Nearly $2 Billion Arms Sale to Saudi Arabia

16 Temmuz 2026Al Jazeera

The United States has approved a nearly $2 billion weapons sale to Saudi Arabia aimed at enhancing the kingdom's air defense capabilities. This move comes amid rising tensions with the Iran-backed Houthi forces, which pose a significant threat to Saudi security.
The sale is part of a broader strategy to strengthen alliances in the region and deter potential aggressors.
The approval of this weapons sale occurs in a context of heightened conflict in Yemen, where the Houthis have been engaged in a prolonged war against the Saudi-led coalition. has historically supported Saudi Arabia with military sales, viewing it as a strategic partner in countering Iranian influence in the region.
This arms sale underscores the ongoing geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East, particularly the U.S. commitment to supporting its allies against perceived threats from Iran and its proxies.

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