Special to WorldTribune.com WASHINGTON — Congress has been advancing legislation that would designate Israel a “major strategic partner” of the United States. The House passed a bill that would enhance U.S. weapons available to Israel as well as expand stockpiles. The U.S.-Israel Strategic Partnership Act of 2014 would also establish partnerships between the two countries […]
Special to WorldTribune.com WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama has slashed U.S. contributions to Israel’s ballistic missile defense programs. The Obama administration has proposed a reduction of nearly $200 million in joint U.S.-Israel BMD programs. The 2015 budget would hamper such existing programs as Israel’s Arrow-2, Arrow-3 and David’s Sling. “This is very disappointing and it […]
Special to WorldTribune.com TEL AVIV — The Israel Air Force has taken delivery of an upgraded U.S. missile defense battery. The Israel Missile Defense Association has reported that the Air Force took delivery of a new Patriot battery supplied by the United States. The non-profit association, which promotes missile defense, said the PAC battery would […]