Search Results for keywords:"Javelin missiles"

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  • 2024-29497 — Arms Sales Notification
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 101573
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Department of Defense has issued a notice regarding a proposed arms sale to Romania, which involves the purchase of 263 Javelin missiles and 26 Javelin launch units, among other support equipment and services, valued at $80 million. This sale aims to boost Romania's defense capabilities as a NATO ally and align with U.S. foreign policy and national security interests. The sale includes sensitive technology, but Romania has been deemed capable of safeguarding this technology adequately. The prime contractors for this sale are Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. is planning to sell some missiles and launchers to Romania to help them be safer, since they are friends with the U.S. They believe Romania can keep the important technology safe, but it's not exactly clear how.

  • 2024-31138 — Arms Sales Notification
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 107117
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a notification about a proposed arms sale to Kosovo, involving $75 million worth of Javelin missiles and launch units. This sale is intended to enhance Kosovo's defense capabilities and support U.S. foreign policy goals by promoting stability in Europe. The sale includes 246 Javelin missiles, 24 launch units, and various training and logistical support elements. The weapons system features advanced technology, such as fire-and-forget capability and is considered highly effective against armored targets. The DoD assures that this transaction will not negatively impact U.S. defense readiness.

    Simple Explanation

    Kosovo is going to get some new fancy missiles from the U.S., and this will cost about $75 million. These missiles are like smart toys that can find targets by themselves and should help keep the region safe, but some people worry about how the cost was worked out and if everything is being done fairly and safely.