The US State Department has approved the potential sale of more than two
What is known
The State Department announced the approvaldeals for the sale of 153 M982A1 Excalibur ammunition. Previously, Spain requested 118 shells worth $21.87 million. Thus, in total, the European country will pay $48.2 million for 271 155 mm ammunition.
Potential deal would support foreign policy andUS national security by strengthening the defense capabilities of a NATO ally that is an important force for political stability and economic progress in Europe. This is stated in a statement on the website of the Defense and Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA).
Sale of M982A1 Excalibur precision-guided munitionswill improve Spain's ability to counter current and future threats, as well as enhance interoperability with US and allied militaries. In addition, DSCA says that it will not be difficult for Spain to integrate the Excalibur into their weapons systems.