Trillion dollar US defence bill would deepen military ties with Israel | Military

House Passes $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill Including Support for Israel

Published on July 24, 2026

The U.S. House of Representatives approved a defense bill totaling $1.15 trillion that includes provisions for enhanced military cooperation with Israel. The legislation focuses on joint efforts in areas such as missile defense systems, unmanned aerial vehicles, and artificial intelligence technologies.

Critics of the bill have raised concerns that this expansion of military ties could exacerbate existing political divisions regarding U.S. aid to Israel. As discussions continue, the implications of these provisions are likely to be closely scrutinized.