Far beyond bombs: The American message hidden behind the mega-deal

The mega-deal with the US, the largest in Israel's history, includes 60,000 heavy bombs weighing 900 kg each. Delivery will only begin in 2027 or 2028, and therefore is not intended for an immediate campaign against Iran. The correspondent claims the deal is meant to signal deep American support, reduce dependence on emergency supplies, and provide maneuvering room for a prolonged war in the future.

The air munitions deal with the US is the largest in Israel's history: 60,000 heavy bombs weighing 900 kg each, including 20,000 MK-84, 20,000 BLU-117, and 20,000 BLU-109 bunker busters. Political correspondent and commentator Tamir Mor analyzes the deal's implications. First, he argues it is a strong American signal to regional states that the current administration stands behind Israel despite disagreements. Second, the deal implements a lesson from October 7, when the IDF faced a munitions shortage and dependence on the US administration. Third, for comparison, the uproar over the Biden embargo erupted over a delay of 1,800 bombs, while here we are talking about 60,000. Throughout the Gaza war, about 100,000 munitions of all types were dropped. Fourth, delivery will only begin in 2027 or 2028, so it is not related to an imminent campaign against Iran, but rather intended to provide military and diplomatic maneuvering room for a large-scale, prolonged war in the future.