The Jerusalem Post reports: “The Israel Defense Ministry (IMOD) signed on Wednesday a landmark transaction to acquire the next generation of F-15 fighter jets, purchasing 25 advanced aircraft from Boeing.

The $5.2 billion agreement, part of a broader package of US aid approved by the US Administration and Congress earlier this year, includes an option for 25 additional aircraft. The deal was finalized yesterday following negotiations between the IMOD’s Mission to the US and Boeing in collaboration with the Israel Air Force. Director General of the IMOD, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Eyal Zamir signed the procurement authorization during his visit to the United States last month.

The new F-15IA aircraft will be equipped with cutting-edge weapon systems, including the integration of state of the art Israeli technologies. The upgraded aircraft will feature enhanced range capabilities, increased payload capacity, and improved performance across various operational scenarios. These advantages will enable the Israel Air Force to maintain its strategic superiority in addressing current and future challenges in the Middle East…”