Israel approves purchase of fighter jets from the US

Israel's Ministry of Defence has given final approval for a deal to buy two new combat squadrons of advanced F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from US manufacturers Lockheed Martin and Boeing. The deal is part of a programme to boost the country's armed forces and strengthen readiness. Israel will buy a fourth F-35 squadron and a second squadron of F-15IA fighter jets under the deal. The purchase aims to secure Israel's military edge and maintain air superiority.