West Jerusalem has sought 12,000 1,000-pound munitions as the war with Iran reaches its eighth day
The U.S. State Department has greenlit an emergency sale of 1,000-pound bombs to Israel, skipping congressional oversight.
Valued at approximately $151.8 million, the contract includes 12,000 BLU-110A/B bombs requested by West Jerusalem, the State Department stated on Friday.
The announcement arrives as the U.S.-Israeli air campaign against Iran marks its eighth day, with both partners promising to launch new rounds of strikes.
The Department noted that the urgency of the situation permits it to bypass congressional review rules outlined in the Arms Export Control Act.
“This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a strategic regional partner that has been, and continues to be, an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East,” the department said.
“The proposed sale will improve Israel’s capability to meet current and future threats, strengthen its homeland defense, and serve as a deterrent to regional threats.”
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