Israel signs $5.2 billion deal to acquire 25 F-15 fighter jets from Boeing

Israel's Ministry of Defense has inked a $5.2 billion deal with Boeing to procure 25 advanced F-15IA fighter jets. This agreement, part of a larger U.S. aid package, includes an option for 25 more aircraft and deliveries are slated to commence in 2031. The acquisition aims to bolster Israel's air superiority amidst regional challenges.