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- Conflict & Security · Middle East
US approves $2.27 billion in arms sales to Middle East allies
The United States has approved a total of $2.27 billion in arms sales to the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Kuwait. The largest portion of the approved sales is for the UAE, which will receive up to 10,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System guidance sections.
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Trump asked Xi about buying US weapons, ambassador claims
US Ambassador to China David Perdue claimed President Donald Trump asked Chinese President Xi Jinping if he wanted to buy American weapons. The White House has denied any plans to sell arms to China, stating that US law prohibits such sales.
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US Considers Delaying Taiwan Arms Sales Past Summits
The United States is reportedly considering delaying announcements on significant arms sales to Taiwan. This potential postponement could extend past the APEC and G20 summits, with implications for defence firms and diplomatic relations.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS plans $2.8bn arms package for Israel including 40,000 bombs
The Trump administration is preparing to sell Israel a $2.8 billion arms package that includes 40,000 heavy aerial bombs. The sale, reported by The Washington Post, involves munitions that have been linked to civilian casualties in Gaza and Lebanon.
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