Pentagon: Washington approves $2.8 billion logistics systems deal for Riyadh

Pentagon: Washington approves .8 billion logistics systems deal for Riyadh

“This approved sale will increase the security of Saudi Arabia, an ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in the Gulf region, and will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States,” the Pentagon said in a statement.

He pointed out that the deal “will increase Saudi Arabia’s ability to deter current and future threats.”

The statement explained that the equipment and support approved for the deal will not change the basic military balance in the region.

According to an official US statement issued by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Saudi Arabia has requested the purchase of communications equipment, support equipment, engineering and technical assistance, training, and other elements related to logistics and program support.

White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said the two sides were “closer than ever to an agreement that is now almost final.”

Reports indicated that Washington and Riyadh were close to reaching an agreement on security guarantees and civil nuclear assistance.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Sunday, and they reviewed strategic relations and ways to enhance them in various fields.

They also discussed the semi-final version of the strategic agreements between the Kingdom and the United States, which are nearing completion, in addition to what is being worked on between the two sides regarding the Palestinian issue to find a credible path towards a two-state solution that meets the aspirations of the Palestinian people and their legitimate rights, in addition to discussing regional developments, including the situation in Gaza and the need to stop the war there and facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid.

Source: Swiss Info

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2024-07-25 02:34:57

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