Why does Israel want to be less dependent on US weapons? (opens original article in a new tab)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls for reducing dependence on US weapons by developing domestic arms production, as Israel's arms exports reach record levels amid regional tensions.

• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu advocates for 'armaments independence' to reduce reliance on US military aid
• Israel's arms exports reached a record $19bn last year, driven by its military activities in the region
• The push for self-sufficiency raises concerns about potential strain on Israel's relationship with the US