US Notifies Congress of $110M Satellite Gear Sale to Iraq
Published Date: 3/17/2026
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The U.S. is notifying Congress about a $110 million arms sale to Iraq, mainly for satellite communication gear and support services. This sale adds more equipment than originally planned, pushing the deal over the notification limit. The update means Iraq will get extra tech and training soon, funded by U.S. national funds.
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