The United States has approved a potential $510 million arms sale to Israel, including bomb guidance kits and related support equipment, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen Israeli defense capabilities in the wake of escalating tensions with Iran.
Announced on Monday by the U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), the sale is designed to replenish Israel’s depleted munitions stockpile following a major air campaign earlier this month targeting Iranian nuclear infrastructure, scientists, and high-ranking military officials.
“The proposed sale will enhance Israel’s capability to meet current and future threats by improving its ability to defend its borders, vital infrastructure, and population centers,” the DSCA said in a statement. The agency also emphasized that assisting Israel in maintaining a strong self-defense posture aligns with U.S. national security interests.
The State Department has given its approval, but the transaction still awaits final authorization from the U.S. Congress.
Israel’s aerial offensive on June 13 marked one of the most significant military escalations in the region, aimed at halting Iran’s nuclear development program—a program Tehran insists is for civilian use, though the U.S. and other global powers remain skeptical, suspecting a covert push toward nuclear weapons capability.
The recent hostilities were paused following a ceasefire agreement last week. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to prevent Iran from restoring its nuclear capabilities, indicating the potential for renewed conflict.
The sale reaffirms the U.S. commitment to Israel’s security as Washington seeks to navigate a volatile Middle East landscape, balancing deterrence with diplomacy.
