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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.

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.

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has announced a proposed sale of military equipment to India, which includes 31 MQ-9B Sky Guardian aircraft and various other defense systems. The total estimated value of the sale is $3.99 billion, aiming to enhance India’s ability to conduct surveillance and reconnaissance missions. This sale is intended to bolster the strategic relationship between the U.S. and India and support security in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions. The transaction will not negatively impact U.S. defense readiness and does not require U.S. personnel to be stationed in India.

The Department of Defense has announced an arms sale to Egypt, involving light tactical vehicle chassis and related equipment, worth an estimated $200 million. This sale aims to enhance Egypt's military capability, supporting U.S. foreign policy and national security by strengthening a key ally in the Middle East. The sale will not disrupt the military balance in the region and will include U.S. support for operations and maintenance training. The main contractor for this project is AM General, LLC, and there are no offset agreements involved.

The Department of Defense is notifying the public about a proposed arms sale to Israel. This sale includes 13,981 tank cartridges and various support services, valued at $106.5 million. The U.S. considers this sale crucial for Israel's self-defense and believes it will not disrupt the military balance in the region. The Secretary of State has justified the quick sale due to an emergency situation, bypassing the usual Congressional review.

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced its intention to sell military equipment to Chile. This sale includes up to 16 Standard Missile-2 Block IIIA missiles and other support equipment, valued at approximately $85 million. The sale aims to improve Chile's defense capabilities and aligns with U.S. foreign policy and national security goals by strengthening ties with a strategic partner in South America. Raytheon Missiles and Defense, based in Tucson, Arizona, will be the primary contractor, and no U.S. defense readiness will be impacted by this sale.

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced a proposed arms sale to Poland involving communication equipment such as various advanced radios and GPS systems, with a total estimated value of $255 million. This sale aims to strengthen Poland's military communication capabilities and improve interoperability with NATO and the U.S., supporting U.S. foreign policy goals of stability in Europe. The principal contractor is L3Harris Technologies, and implementing the sale will involve a small team traveling to Poland for equipment training. All involved defense articles have been cleared for release and export to Poland.

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced an arms sales notice involving an update to a previous agreement with Canada. This update includes the sale of various military equipment such as missiles and spare parts, with a total estimated value of $2.21 billion. The purpose of this sale is to enhance Canada's military capabilities, supporting U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives. The sale includes sensitive technology, and the highest level of classified items being sold is SECRET.

The Department of Defense (DoD) announced a proposed sale of military equipment to the Government of Greece, including up to 40 F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft and various supporting items, with an estimated total cost of $8.6 billion. This sale is intended to support U.S. foreign policy by strengthening the military capabilities of Greece, a NATO ally, and improving its ability to maintain regional security. The equipment will help Greece modernize its air force and enhance its interoperability with U.S. and NATO forces. The DoD assures that this sale will not negatively affect U.S. defense readiness and has been authorized for export to Greece.

The Department of Defense has announced a notification regarding an arms sale to Saudi Arabia. The sale includes 3,000 GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bomb I munitions and other related support equipment, services, and parts, with an estimated program cost of $290 million. This sale aims to support U.S. foreign policy and national security by bolstering Saudi Arabia's defense capabilities and maintaining regional stability. The principal contractor for this deal will be Boeing, and the sale is not expected to negatively impact U.S. defense readiness.