U.S. approves $151.8 million emergency arms sale to Israel
Washington, D.C. (NPA) — March 7, 2026 — The United States has approved a $151.8 million emergency weapons sale to Israel, bypassing congressional review amid escalating conflict with Hezbollah and Iran.
The package, authorized on March 6 by the State Department, includes 12,000 BLU-110A/B 1,000-pound bomb bodies, along with engineering and logistics support. Officials said part of the supply will be drawn from U.S. stockpiles to ensure rapid delivery.
This latest deal follows a larger $6.67 billion arms package approved in January 2026, which included advanced missile systems, precision-guided munitions, and expanded drone capabilities. Together, the sales reflect Washington’s effort to reinforce Israel’s military capacity during the ongoing regional war.
Analysts note that the emergency authorization not only underscores U.S. commitment to Israel’s defense but also signals Israel’s readiness to prosecute the conflict with Iran and Hezbollah for a longer duration than many observers might have anticipated.
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