The U.S. State Department said that it has approved potential military sales to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
In a separate statement, the department said it has “made a determination approving a possible” $1.96 billion weapons sale to Saudi Arabia and a separate $484 million aircraft sustainment package for Kuwait.
The department said the proposed Saudi deal includes up to 20,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System guidance sections for air-to-air and air-to-ground use, along with launchers, warheads, spare parts, training and logistical support.
The Kuwait package, it said, covers sustainment and related equipment for C-17 aircraft, including components, maintenance support, software, training and logistics services.
The announcement comes as the war with Iran has led to strikes on U.S. interests in both countries and others in the region.
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