US approved $8.6b arms sales to Israel, Gulf states
🔴 Tension RisingPajhwok Afghan News2026-05-02
The United States has approved over $8.6 billion in arms sales to Israel, Qatar, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates, bypassing congressional review. This decision is linked to the ongoing conflict with Iran and the fragile ceasefire. The sales were expedited due to an emergency situation.