US arms package for Israel includes 40,000 one-ton bombs
The United States is moving to approve a new $2.8 billion arms package for Israel that includes 40,000 one-ton bombs, according to US media. The Washington Post reported the package includes 20,000 MK-84 bombs, 20,000 BLU-117 bombs, and 20,000 I-2000 Penetrator warheads. A US official told the New York Times that the Trump administration approved the deal, while the State Department said it does not confirm proposed sales before formal congressional notification.
Why it matters: This matters for the theme of arms sales, as the package would add to US-supplied munitions for Israel while the Pentagon reports an ammunition shortfall.