Israel approves the purchase of 25 more F-35 Lightning II fighter jets from the US in a deal worth $3 billion, the country’s defence ministry says
In September 2016, the US announced an aid deal that would give the Israeli military $38 billion from 2019 to 2028. / Photo: AFP
“The new agreement will ensure the continuation of cooperation between American companies and Israeli defence industries in the production of aircraft parts,” the ministry said in a statement on Sunday.The ministry said that the aircraft will be financed through American military aid to Israel and that the maker of the plane, Lockheed Martin, and the maker of its engine, Pratt & Whitney, had committed to involving Israeli companies in the production process.
The F-35 is the world’s most advanced fighter jet, and Israel is the only country in the Middle East to fly them. Israel, which considers Iran its greatest enemy, has previously used F-35 jets to shoot down Iranian drones, and has threatened to carry out a long-range strike on Iranian nuclear targets.
Argentina Últimas Noticias, Argentina Titulares
Similar News:También puedes leer noticias similares a ésta que hemos recopilado de otras fuentes de noticias.
Israel's Air Force attacks Syria and Syrian air defense missile explodes over northern IsraelIsrael carried out airstrikes on areas near the central Syrian city of Homs early Sunday causing material damage but no casualties, the Syrian military said in a statement.
Leer más »
Israel's air force attacks Syria and Syrian air defense missile explodes over northern IsraelIsrael carried out airstrikes on areas near the central Syrian city of Homs early Sunday causing material damage but no casualties, the Syrian military said in a statement.
Leer más »
Israel’s air force attacks Syria and Syrian air defense missile explodes over northern IsraelIsrael carried out airstrikes on areas near the central Syrian city of Homs early Sunday causing material damage but no casualties, the Syrian military said in a statement.
Leer más »
“Numbers” And “Revenant” Soar To Their Highest Ratings Yet For 3rd Episodes'Numbers' And 'Revenant' Soar To Their Highest Ratings Yet For 3rd Episodes
Leer más »
Jana Kramer’s Baby Bump Album Before Welcoming 3rd Child: PhotosJana Kramer announced in June 2023 that she is expecting her third child, her first with fiance Allan Russell — see baby bump photos
Leer más »
‘This is really a blessing’: Girl shot in head as an infant celebrates her 3rd birthdayThe family of Ocean Robertson said they never expected her to make it to 3 years old.
Leer más »