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  • 2021-00630 — Arms Sales Notification
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3138
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Department of Defense is notifying the public about a proposed arms sale to the Government of Egypt. This sale includes 20 Sniper Advanced Targeting Pods and associated equipment, with a total estimated cost of $65.6 million. The proposed sale aims to enhance Egypt's ability to conduct precision targeting for its military operations, improving security for a strategic partner in the Middle East. The sale will not disrupt the military balance in the region and will not require additional U.S. representatives in Egypt.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government is planning to sell special equipment to help Egypt aim at targets better during military actions, which will cost about $65.6 million. They promise this won’t cause any problems in the area and won’t need extra American workers to be there.

  • 2021-04124 — Arms Sales Notification
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11950
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Department of Defense has announced an arms sale to Egypt, allowing them to purchase up to 168 RIM-116C Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) Block 2 tactical missiles. This deal, valued at approximately $197 million, includes related support and logistical services. The sale aims to strengthen Egypt's naval defense, specifically improving their protection of coastal regions and the Suez Canal, without upsetting the regional military balance. Raytheon Missiles & Defense is the principal contractor for this sale, and no U.S. personnel will be required to assist in Egypt.

    Simple Explanation

    The US government is letting Egypt buy some special missiles for their boats to help keep their coasts and a big waterway safe. They say it won't cause any problems for others nearby, and the company making the missiles is called Raytheon.