The United States has signed a defense agreement with Israel to strengthen the latter’s military capabilities. According to the Pentagon, the deal, valued at $8.6 billion, involves the supply of 25 F-15IA fighter jets manufactured by Boeing. The aircraft will be designed, integrated, tested, and produced in Missouri, with final delivery to Israel scheduled for December 31, 2035. The announcement followed a meeting in Florida between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which Netanyahu also held a closed-door discussion with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The report noted that since the Gaza conflict began two years ago, the United States under both the Biden and Trump administrations has provided Israel with at least $21.7 billion in military assistance. This support includes unconditional arms aid, annual privileges, additional wartime funds, and limited congressional oversight, which have collectively bolstered Israel’s defense sector. The new F-15IA deal further deepens US-Israel defense cooperation and underscores Washington’s continued commitment to Israel’s military modernization.