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Biden administration proceeding with $23 billion weapon sales to UAE

President Joe Biden. (AP)
President Joe Biden. (AP)
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14 Apr 2021 12:04:43 GMT9
14 Apr 2021 12:04:43 GMT9

WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden’s administration has told Congress it is proceeding with more than $23 billion in weapons sales to the United Arab Emirates, including advanced F-35 aircraft, armed drones and other equipment, congressional aides said on Tuesday.

A State Department spokesperson said the administration would move forward with the proposed sales to the UAE, “even as we continue reviewing details and consulting with Emirati officials” related to the use of the weapons.

The Democratic president’s administration had paused the deals agreed to by former Republican President Donald Trump in order to review them.

Reuters 

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