After Israel agrees to not oppose US supply of the stealth fighter jet to UAE, defense minister accuses PM of hiding weapons deals from defense officials; Netanyahu denies it

Accusations come just after Israel says it will not object to US sale of 'certain weapon systems' to the Gulf nation in exchange for receiving substantial military upgrades

Netanyahu says he's rescinded his objections to sale of 'certain weapons systems,' after US vows to upgrade Israel's arsenal to maintain its regional military edge

US defense secretary signs agreement to honor existing commitment to Jewish state's military superiority amid concerns over sale of F-35 fighter jets to UAE

Discussions likely to focus on proposed sale of F-35 fighter jets to the United Arab Emirates as defense minister makes second trip to the US in a month

New Kuwaiti leader thanks Mark Esper for condolences, expresses concern over Trump's health

TV report says Jerusalem officials believe more American arms deals with Middle East states could be in the cards

Amiram Norkin says balance in region may be upset by the sale but the US is committed to maintaining Israel's military edge

Friedman appears to denounce critics of planned sale, which Israeli defense officials fear could harm Israel's military edge, saying matter is being addressed by 'professionals'

Mark Esper tells defense minister, on visit to Washington, that maintaining Israeli military superiority in region a 'cornerstone' of defense relationship