The United States has historically removed or limited certain capabilities from weapons systems sold to Arab states in order to preserve Israel’s qualitative military edge.
November 20, 2025
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Arms-export practices have included capability restrictions aimed at maintaining Israel's military advantage.
Israel has significant military capabilities, advanced technological industries, and plays a key role in intelligence-sharing with the United States.
November 20, 2025
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Attributes often cited for Israel in assessments of regional security partnerships with the U.S.
The United States can designate a country as a "major non-NATO ally", a formal status used to strengthen security and defense cooperation between the U.S. and that country.
November 20, 2025
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The 'major non-NATO ally' designation is a U.S. policy tool to deepen defense and security ties with non-NATO countries.