Biden Administration Approves $1.3 Billion Military Aid to Egypt Tied to Human Rights

Sep 11, 2024, 06:15 PM

The Biden administration has approved $1.3 billion in military financing for Egypt this year. This marks the first time under President Biden that Egypt will receive full military aid tied to human rights conditions. The US State Department notified Congress of this decision on Wednesday, which includes $320 million subject to conditions that have led to some funds being withheld in previous years.