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The US may finance up to $2 billion for a new armored production plant in Israel, as part of the 'Armored Vehicle Acceleration Project' announced by the Israeli government. The project aims to increase production of Merkava tanks and troop carriers for the IDF, with an estimated cost of $1.5 billion.

The US Army Corps of Engineers indicated that the project could cost between $1 billion and $2 billion and would be funded through US military aid. A document from November 2025 outlines potential contractor opportunities for the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center project. The US provides Israel with at least $3.8 billion in annual military aid, with additional funds allocated for military operations in the region.