US to sell $2 billion in weapons to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, report says

The United States is preparing to sell $2 billion worth of weapons to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, according to a report. The deal was accompanied by a statement that it would not alter the regional balance of power.

The United States is reportedly selling $2 billion in weapons to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, according to ynet. The report includes a quote that the sale will not alter the regional balance of power. Details are limited at this hour.

3 developments

1. 14:04 · 16 JulLatest

   US approved $2 billion precision missile system sale to Saudi Arabia.

2. 08:03 · 16 Jul

   Confirmed total value of the weapons sale is $2.44 billion.

3. 01:19 · 16 Jul

   US to sell $2 billion in weapons to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, report says

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