Israel has agreed to allow the U.S. to sell “certain weapons” to the United Arab Emirates, opening the door to the sale of F-35 fighter jets to the Middle Eastern country.
The agreement, which was finalized Thursday during a meeting between Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz and Defense Secretary Mark Esper at the Pentagon, says Israel removed its objection to the transfer of weapons to the UAE after securing promises that Tel Aviv would be able to upgrade its own capabilities and maintain its military edge in the region, according to a statement from top Israeli officials.
Source: ; Politico
