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US approves $214M AIM-9X sale to Lithuania
US approves sale of 168 AIM-9X missiles to Lithuania for NASAMS air defense.
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Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 15:35 UTC
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Lithuania is strengthening its air defense with US support. After acquiring its first batch of MEROPS interceptor drones, the Pentagon approved a potential sale of 168 AIM-9X Block II missiles and 8 guidance units worth up to $214 million for NASAMS systems. This month, Lithuania received new vehicles for a second NASAMS battery ordered in 2023, with deliveries expected next year to form a third battery.
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