The World - News from April 9, 1986
The Reagan Administration formally notified Congress that it intends to sell $354 million worth of missiles to Saudi Arabia. Democratic opponents, including Californians Sen. Alan Cranston and Rep. Mel Levine, said they will try to block the sale, arguing that it threatens Israel. They cited past Saudi aid to the Palestine Liberation Organization. The sale will go ahead after 30 days unless both the House and Senate vote against it. The arms package includes Stinger, Sidewinder and Harpoon missiles.
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