In a significant step highlighting the improving strategic and trade ties between India and the United States, the U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of Javelin missiles and Excalibur precision-guided projectiles to India, valued at an estimated USD 92.8 million. The approval, announced by the U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) on November 20, 2025, notifies the U.S. Congress of the proposed transactions.

Under the agreement, India may acquire up to 216 M982A1 Excalibur tactical projectiles for USD 47.1 million. The projectiles are expected to enhance the precision strike capability of Indian Army brigades, allowing for greater accuracy in first-strike operations. Additionally, India has requested the purchase of 100 FGM-148 Javelin rounds, one Javelin miss

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