The US State Department has approved three possible arms sales worth a combined $2.27 billion to Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait.
The largest proposal would provide the UAE with up to 10,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System-II (APKWS II) guidance sections for an estimated $1.041 billion.
The package covers air-to-air and air-to-ground configurations, along with warheads, rocket motors, fuzes, training, and technical support.
Egypt is seeking up to 2,020 FGM-148F Javelin missiles and 200 Lightweight Command Launch Units in a proposed $832-million deal. The package also includes training equipment, spare parts, system integration, and other support.
Kuwait, meanwhile, is seeking $400 million in Patriot missile repair and return services, along with repair parts, support equipment, training, and technical assistance.
Layers Of Regional Defense
The proposed sales span capabilities for ground combat, precision strike, and air and missile defense.
The Javelin would give Egypt a portable anti-armor capability, while APKWS II would provide the UAE with a relatively lightweight precision weapon that can be launched from aircraft.
The Patriot, meanwhile, operates at a different level, protecting territory and critical infrastructure against incoming aerial and missile threats.
Kuwait has been expanding support for its Patriot fleet through several recent US proposals. In January, the US approved an $800-million potential sale covering Patriot sustainment and technical support, while separate proposals in 2025 covered Patriot missile recertification and system upgrades.
Demand for Patriot capabilities has also grown among US allies as countries seek to replenish stocks and strengthen air defenses. Manufacturer RTX said Patriot is now used by 19 countries and continues to be upgraded against increasingly complex threats.