The US continues its military aid to Israel. In a statement made by the Israeli Ministry of Defense, it was announced that the US has provided an $8.7 billion aid package to support the country's ongoing military efforts, including the development of air defense systems. “The package includes $3.5 billion for basic war procurement and $5.2 billion for air defense systems, including Iron Dome, David’s Sling and an advanced laser system,” the statement said. It
was noted that the deal was completed following a series of high-level meetings between Israeli and U.S. officials in Washington, D.C. It was reported that approximately $3.5 billion had already been received for critical purchases, while an additional $5.2 billion was aimed at improving Israel’s air defense systems.
“This significant investment will significantly strengthen critical systems such as Iron Dome and David’s Sling and support the continued development of an advanced high-powered laser defense system currently under development,” the statement said.
The aid package was announced on the day Abbas accused Israel of genocide at the UN podium
The statement on the military aid package came after Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, in a speech at the UN General Assembly in New York, accused Israel of genocide and Washington of killing “thousands of innocent civilians, children and women came when he accused him of providing the "deadly weapons" he used to kill.
