Israel approves purchase of fighter jets from the US

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: May 3, 2026Country: Israel

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Israel approves purchase of fighter jets from the US

Israel has given final approval for a multibillion-dollar deal to purchase two new squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from US manufacturers Lockheed Martin and Boeing. This deal is part of a 350-billion-shekel ($119 billion) program to enhance Israel's armed forces. Defence Minister Amir Baram emphasized the importance of maintaining a long-term military edge, especially in the context of the ongoing war against Iran.

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