US Approves Emergency $151.8 Million Arms Sale to Israel Amid Iran Conflict

The U.S. State Department approved an emergency sale of 12,000 1,000-pound bomb casings to Israel worth approximately $151.8 million amid escalating conflict with Iran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio waived the usual congressional review, citing national security interests. The sale includes engineering, logistics, and technical support services, with Repkon USA as the principal contractor. Some lawmakers criticized bypassing Congress, questioning the administration's preparedness for the conflict. The arms sale follows recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, which have resulted in significant casualties.