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Israel to buy 25 more F-35 stealth jets in $3 billion deal

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In a deal that will more than double Israel’s inventory of stealth fighter jets by 50%, the Israeli Defence Ministry announced Sunday that Israel will purchase 25 F-35 aircraft from the United States.

Israel is the only nation in the Middle East to operate the F-35, the most technologically advanced fighter plane in existence. The $3 billion deal, which would bring Israel’s F-35 fleet total to 75 aircraft, is expected to be completed in the upcoming months, the ministry announced.

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According to the report, the contract would be paid by American military assistance to Israel, and both the engine and plane manufacturers, Lockheed Martin and Pratt & Whitney, pledged to work with Israeli firms on the production side. The new deal “will ensure the continuation of cooperation between American businesses and Israeli defense industries in the manufacture of aircraft parts.”

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On Sunday, Israel said it had attacked an anti-aircraft installation in Syria in response for Syria firing an anti-aircraft rocket into Israeli territory, hours before Israel revealed its F-35 plan. No injuries were reported from the Syrian missile, it was stated, and Israeli jets had also “struck additional targets in the area.”

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Boeing Transfers Rocket Stage to NASA, Paving Way for Human Moon Mission

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Boeing has achieved a significant milestone by providing NASA with the second core stage of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket.

This crucial component, crafted at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF), is set to propel the Artemis II crew into lunar orbit, marking humanity’s return to deep space after a 50-year hiatus.

The monumental Boeing-built rocket stage, the largest element of the Artemis II mission, will embark on a journey aboard the Pegasus barge, traveling 900 miles to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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Upon arrival, it will be meticulously integrated with other essential Artemis II components, including the upper stage, solid rocket boosters, and NASA’s Orion spacecraft within the iconic Vehicle Assembly Building. This intricate integration process is a vital step toward the eagerly anticipated Artemis II launch, slated for 2025.

“Boeing-built products helped land humankind on the moon in 1969, and we’re proud to continue that legacy through the Artemis generation,” remarked Dave Dutcher, vice president and program manager for Boeing’s SLS program. “Together, with NASA and our industry partners and suppliers, we are building the world’s most capable rocket and paving the way to deep space through America’s rocket factory in New Orleans.”

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The delivery of Core Stage 2 marks a significant achievement in the evolution of the SLS rocket. Towering over 200 feet and powered by four RS-25 engines, this core stage, coupled with two solid-fueled booster rockets, will generate a staggering 8.8 million pounds of thrust. This immense power is crucial to launching Artemis II and future missions into the vast expanse of space.

The SLS rocket stands unparalleled in its capability to transport both crew and substantial cargo to the moon and beyond in a single launch. Its extraordinary capacity will facilitate the delivery of human-rated spacecraft, habitats, and scientific missions to destinations including the moon and Mars, ushering in a new era of space exploration.