U.S. Approves $214M Missile Deal with Lithuania

The U.S. State Department announced the potential sale of AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II missiles to Lithuania, valued at approximately $214 million. RTX Corp is set to be the principal contractor for this defense deal aimed at bolstering Lithuania's military capabilities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 23-04-2026 01:14 IST | Created: 23-04-2026 01:14 IST
U.S. Approves $214M Missile Deal with Lithuania

In a recent announcement, the U.S. State Department revealed the green light for a significant arms deal with Lithuania, involving the sale of AIM-9X Sidewinder Block II missiles.

This prospective transaction holds an estimated worth of $214 million, signaling a strategic move to fortify Lithuania's defense infrastructure.

According to the State Department, RTX Corp has been identified as the principal contractor for this agreement, highlighting the continuous partnership in defense between the United States and its allies.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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