U.S. Approves $691 Million Missile Sale to Netherlands

The U.S. State Department has approved the sale of Sidewinder missiles to the Netherlands, estimated at $691 million. RTX Corp is the principal contractor for this deal.

The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of Sidewinder missiles to the Netherlands for an estimated cost of $691 million, the Pentagon announced on Friday.

According to the Pentagon, RTX Corp will serve as the principal contractor for this substantial defense deal.

This move is likely to bolster the military capabilities of the Netherlands, a key NATO ally.

(With inputs from agencies.)