Israel Boosts Air Defenses With $8.7 Billion US-Backed Iron Dome Expansion

Israel Boosts Air Defenses With $8.7 Billion US-Backed Iron Dome Expansion
The funding comes from a USD 8.7 billion U.S. aid package approved by Congress in April 2024, with USD 5.2 billion specifically earmarked to strengthen Israel's air defense systems.