US government approves US$1.98 billion sale to Kuwait

The US Department of State has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Government of Kuwait for purchase of Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems Platforms and related equipment worth an estimated $1.98 billion.

The Government of Kuwait has requested counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) platforms including Anduril’s Roadrunner C-UAS munition and Anvil interceptor, both mobile and fixed Long Range Sentry Towers and the Lattice OS Command and Control software.

The Lattice C2 software is an AI-powered battle management platform built to accelerate complex kill chains, says Anduril. It is designed to integrate thousands of separate sensors and effectors to turn data into decision-making information at scales and speeds beyond human capacity, the company adds.

The Kuwaitis will also receive Anduril Pulsar electromagnetic warfare systems and Menace tactical operations centres.

Acquired against the backdrop of the US and Israeli war on Iran, this proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a major non-NATO ally that has been an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East, says the US State Department.

The proposed sale will improve Kuwait’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing electronic and kinetic defeat capabilities against unmanned aerial systems.  Kuwait will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its military police forces, says the State Department.