The Trump administration has insisted the arms sales are crucial to protect the region against a growing threat from Iran. Photo: AFP
The Trump administration has insisted the arms sales are crucial to protect the region against a growing threat from Iran. Photo: AFP
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Donald Trump vetoes Congress’ blocking of arms sales to Saudi Arabia and UAE

  • Trump’s decision to sell weapons in a way intended to bypass congressional review infuriated lawmakers
  • But his administration has insisted the arms sales are crucial to protect the region against a growing threat from Iran

Agence France-Presse
Agence France-Presse

Updated: 9:56pm, 25 Jul, 2019

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The Trump administration has insisted the arms sales are crucial to protect the region against a growing threat from Iran. Photo: AFP
The Trump administration has insisted the arms sales are crucial to protect the region against a growing threat from Iran. Photo: AFP
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