US clears $151.8m sale of 12,000 bomb casings to Israel as conflict with Iran escalates

2026-03-07 - 07:42

The US has greenlit an emergency $151.8 million arms sale of bomb casings to Israel amidst escalating Middle East conflict. This move, bypassing Congress, aims to bolster Israel's defense and deter regional threats. The sale includes crucial support services, with some equipment drawn from US stockpiles, as fighting intensifies between Israel and Iran.