The US State Department informs Congress of the approval of a $2.2 billion weapons deal with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The Biden Administration approved the sale of billions of dollars worth of weapons to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, two of its key allies, in an attempt to push back against the Axis of Resistance in the region.
The State Department informed Congress that it has approved the sale of Hellfire and Sidewinder missiles, as well as artillery, tank, and machine gun ammunition to Saudi Arabia, with the deal exceeding $1 billion.
In August, President Joe Biden removed restrictions on offensive weapon sales to Saudi Arabia. Since Operation Al-Aqsa Flood on October 7, 2023, the Yemeni Armed Forces have intensified their attacks on Israeli-linked shipping in the Red Sea.
The State Department also informed lawmakers about its approval of a potential sale of GMLRS guided-rocket systems, long-range ATACMS missiles, and associated training and support to the United Arab Emirates, with a deal valued at up to $1.2 billion.

Al Mayadeen