Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated, "In light of what I have heard recently, I believe that the American arms issue will be resolved in the near future." He added, "We have repeatedly requested our American friends at all levels to expedite the process of sending shipments of arms." Netanyahu emphasized that "as the Prime Minister of Israel, my duty is to do everything to ensure that our fighters receive the best combat means." He concluded, "After months of no change in this situation, I decided to express the matter publicly."