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Israel's Defense Ministry has signed $6.91 billion in orders for U.S. military equipment for 2025, involving 1,402 procurement orders, down from over 1,500 in 2024. The recent deals include the acquisition of two Boeing KC-46 tankers and upgrades to the Sikorsky CH-53K helicopter, primarily funded by U.S. financial assistance. This announcement follows Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pledge to reduce reliance on U.S. military financing.