Trump says U.S. will stop $4B in military aid to Israel at end of 2026
· World · NBC News, The Independent, The Hindu
President Donald Trump confirmed a deal with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to halt $4 billion in annual U.S. military aid to Israel, effective at the end of 2026. The announcement came during a Fox and Friends interview while voters headed to polls for midterm elections. Trump stated Netanyahu himself requested the halt, noting Israel has become a 'very successful country' and 'doesn’t need it.' A 2028 memorandum of understanding providing $3.8 billion in annual aid is approaching its expiration, and conversations are underway on future U.S. assistance.
Why it matters
The decision immediately affects U.S.-Israel military cooperation and could shift regional dynamics, as the $4 billion annual commitment represents a significant portion of Israel's defense funding.
Read the original report — NBC News
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