WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States on Monday announced military aid packages worth more than $43 billion (21.2 billion pounds) for Egypt, Israel, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states in an effort to bolster Arab allies against Iran and others.
The United States plans to offer a $13 billion package for Egypt over 10 years and a $30 billion package for Israel over the same period, increases over previous military funding, as well as unspecified defence aid to Saudi Arabia and Gulf states, said U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
Great idea, folks. I mean, this region is just as stable as can be and should totally get some more weapons. And hey, who could possibly have an issue with us giving more money to Israel for arms?
(via Reuters UK)
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