US approves $8.6bn in arms sales to Middle East allies

The United States has approved $8.6 billion in arms sales to Middle Eastern allies amid the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran. These sales were expedited without congressional approval due to emergency circumstances, primarily bolstering the defense systems of Israel and Gulf states. The increased use of US munitions in the conflict raises concerns about US military readiness for potential future conflicts, such as a war over Taiwan.