The Pentagon is set to spend more than $3.5 billion to replenish U.S. weapons stockpiles depleted by repeated military operations linked to Israel's defense against Iranian threats in the Middle East. This emergency funding, prepared under the Trump administration and outlined in budget documents through mid-May, covers restocking missiles, interceptor systems, radar maintenance, vessels, and other key military equipment. At least $1 billion of the allocation is designated for missile systems from RTX Corporation. The increased U.S. military presence and operations in the region have driven the need for this substantial replenishment. Concurrently, Israel has increased its defense budget by 30 billion shekels while cutting funding for other ministries by 3.35%, reflecting the escalating costs of ongoing conflicts.
NEW: Trump Administration to spend $3.5B to replenish weapons stockpiles depleted by Israel.
The Pentagon will pour over $3.5 billion into rebuilding US weapons stockpiles gutted by Israel’s war demands. The outlay covers missile interceptors, munitions, and key systems stripped from American reserves to keep Israel’s arsenal full. Follow: @AFpost https://t.co/ziZoB107zp
Bloomberg PENTAGON PLANS $3.5B STOCKPILE RESTOCK AFTER ISRAEL OPS The Pentagon is preparing to spend over $3.5 billion to replenish weapons and ammunition depleted during U.S. operations linked to Israel, including funds for interceptor missiles, radar maintenance, vessel