✈️ Saudi F-35 sale and Israel’s reported requests: The U.S. State Department announced the sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia in a deal worth up to $24.3 billion, marking the kingdom’s first purchase of the aircraft. It notified Congress today, calling the sale essential to 'improving the security of a major non-NATO ally'.
According to Walla, Washington informed Israel of the planned sale, which its report valued at $25 billion. Israeli officials said they would seek 'compensation', including access to advanced weapons systems, classified defense projects, cooperation on Arrow 4 and Arrow 5 interceptors, space-based weapons, and other capabilities.
⚓ Israel and Greece conduct joint naval exercise: The Israeli and Greek navies exchanged personnel and trained for a range of situations, including “emergency scenarios.” Source commentary characterized the exercise as another signal to Erdoğan.
🔸 Reported secret talks between Israel and Kuwait: Israel and Kuwait are holding secret talks following Iranian attacks on countries across the region, including Kuwait, according to the Israeli Broadcasting Authority.
Israeli Ambassador to the UAE Yossi Shelley said another country is expected to join the Abraham Accords within a few months, suggesting that 'Kuwait might be the next one'. Israel and Kuwait do not recognize each other and have no diplomatic relations.
🔸 Danon announces agreements with Morocco: Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon said: "Israel reached significant agreements with Morocco to enhance diplomatic ties by establishing embassies in both countries to facilitate economic cooperation and mutual investment and to expand direct flights between our countries. The Jewish people have deep historical roots in Morocco. As our nations grow closer together, these achievements will benefit both countries".
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