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Friday, October 21, 2011

U.S. approves sale of Stinger missiles to Egypt


The Defense Department has approved an Egyptian order for the U.S.-origin Stinger missiles. Officials said the Stinger would be launched from U.S. combat vehicles rather than consist of shoulder-fired man-portable systems.

"The award will provide for the procurement of 174 92H Block 1 Stinger missiles and 10 electronic component assemblies and spare parts for Egypt and Turkey," the Pentagon said.

In a statement on Oct. 5, the Pentagon said it awarded Raytheon a $21.4 million contract to provide the Stingers to U.S. allies.

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