IDF, United States
Israel signs deal buying third F-35 squadron from US
With this deal, the IDF will have 75 of one of the most advanced fighter planes in the world.
After Finance Minister Betzalel Smotrich lifted his hold, the Defense Ministry signed a deal today (Tuesday) with the American government for the acquisition of a third squadron of F-35 "Adir" planes from the United States, which will now be integrated into the IDF.
The deal includes 25 F-35 planes made by Lockheed Martin, as well as support and maintenance. The deal is assessed at $3 billion.
With this deal, the IDF will now have 75 of the most advanced stealth fighter planes in the world. The planes will begin to be supplied from 2028 at a rate of 3 to 5 planes a year.