Netherlands and Lithuania Cleared for U.S. Missile Purchases
The U.S. Department of State has cleared the Netherlands and Lithuania to purchase advanced missiles as part of the Foreign Military Sales program. The Netherlands will acquire 530 AGM-114R2 Hellfire missiles, while Lithuania will receive 152 AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder missiles. These sales, valued at $200 million and $214 million respectively, aim to enhance the military capabilities of both countries. The Netherlands plans to use the Hellfire missiles with its Apache helicopters and MQ-9 Reaper drones, while Lithuania will integrate the Sidewinders into its NASAMS air defense system. 
