US Approves $4.3B Bomb Sale to Saudi Arabia, Citing Iran-Houthi Threats

The US State Department has approved a $4.3 billion sale of bombs to Saudi Arabia, pending congressional review. Washington frames the deal as bolstering a key ally against Iranian-backed Houthi attacks, but it may face congressional opposition over Yemen-related human rights concerns. The sale signals continued US arms support to Gulf partners amid regional tensions.