On June 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of State approved the possible sale to Israel of Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) precision-guided munitions and related equipment worth about $510 million. According to a notification from the Defense and Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), Israel has requested the purchase of 3,845 KMU-558B/B kits for the BLU-109 bomb body and 3,280 KMU-572 F/B kits for the MK 82 bomb body.
The delivery package also includes engineering, logistics, and technical support services from the U.S. government and contractors. The main contractor for the deal is Boeing. These kits make it possible to turn conventional bombs into precision guided munitions using GPS and inertial navigation, which significantly improves the accuracy of strikes in all weather conditions.
DSCA noted that this deal will strengthen Israel's ability to protect its borders, critical infrastructure and human settlements, as well as enhance compatibility with the US military. The sale is in line with the national interests of the United States and is aimed at supporting Israel's readiness and defense capabilities.
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