The US State Department has approved the sale of 35 F-35 fighter jets and aircraft ammunition worth $8.4 billion to Germany.
In a written statement from the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency, “The State Department has decided to approve the sale of F-35 aircraft, related equipment and ammunition with an estimated value of $ 8.4 billion to Germany.” expression was used.
In the statement that a notification was sent to the Congress regarding the approval of the sale, it was noted that the sales package included 35 F-35A aircraft capable of conventional landing and take-off, 37 spare engines, a large number of fighter aircraft ammunition of different calibers and capabilities, and other support equipment.
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It was noteworthy that the sales approval came after Germany agreed to supply Ukraine with advanced missile defense systems.
State Department approvals for arms sales simply mean that the sale is okay with the US administration.
If the US Congress does not object to the decision of the Ministry within 15 working days for NATO members and 30 working days for other countries, the administration starts negotiations for the content of the sales package approved for sale.
At the end of these negotiations, the USA presents a letter of offer to the relevant country. If the offer receives a positive response, the procurement process takes place. (AA)