U.S. Expands Billion-Dollar Patriot Missile Deal With Bahrain
Published Date: 6/1/2026
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Summary
The U.S. is updating a big arms sale to Bahrain, adding more advanced Patriot missiles and support gear worth billions. This deal boosts Bahrain’s defense with extra missiles, radars, and training, all funded by U.S. national funds. The update builds on a 2019 sale and signals ongoing strong military cooperation with a $2.478 billion price tag.
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