US fast-tracks $8 bn arms sales to Gulf allies, Israel using emergency powers
The US State Department has fast-tracked over $8 billion in arms sales to Israel and Gulf allies, bypassing Congress via emergency powers.
Citing regional threats, Secretary Rubio approved precision weaponry and missile defense systems.
This move escalates a dispute over executive authority, with President Trump deeming war powers limits unconstitutional amid rising Iran tensions.
- US approves $8.6bn in arms sales to Middle East allies Al Jazeera —
- State Department approves over $8B in arms sales to Gulf nations The Hill —
- U.S. warns European allies of weapons delivery delays UPI —
- $8.6 billion in arms sales approved for Middle East allies Washington Examiner —
- Israel to buy fighter jets from Lockheed and Boeing in $119 billion military plan The Independent —