The Biden administration has greenlit $15.67 billion in weapons sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia, two key Middle East allies, as regional instability linked to Iran continues to simmer. The State Department confirmed the deals Friday, calling them vital for 'security cooperation' in a volatile region. 💥
🔹 Israel's $6.67B Package: Includes 30 Apache helicopters armed with next-gen rockets and 3,250 tactical vehicles to boost military mobility. Think of it as a tech upgrade for urban warfare and border patrols. 🚁
🔹 Saudi Arabia's $9B Defense Boost: 730 Patriot missiles to shield critical infrastructure—a clear nod to recent drone attacks on oil facilities. 🛡️⚡
Congress was formally notified Friday, but expect heated debates as progressives push back on arming Saudi Arabia amid human rights concerns. Meanwhile, analysts say these sales signal Washington's 'double down' strategy to counter Tehran's influence. 🌐🔍
