Headline: U.S. approves $108 million military equipment sale to Tunisia

The United States has authorized a $108 million sale of military weapons and equipment to Tunisia, as reported by Defense Post. The request includes 184 FGM-148F Javelin missiles and 30 lightweight command launch units.

Tunisia joins other North African nations in seeking advanced military hardware. Earlier this year, Morocco requested 612 Javelin missiles and 200 launchers for $260 million, according to Arab Weekly.

Javelin missiles, known for their portability and precision, can penetrate heavily armored vehicles, including tanks. They have gained prominence on the battlefield, notably being used by Ukrainian forces against Russian armor.

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), part of the U.S. Department of Defense, stated that this sale supports U.S. foreign policy and national security by bolstering the defense capabilities of a major non-NATO ally. Tunisia’s role in regional security and peacekeeping operations across Africa was highlighted in the announcement.

The approved sale aims to help Tunisia safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity while addressing potential terrorism threats. The DSCA emphasized that the transaction would not disrupt the military balance in the region.