US approves $24.3B F-35 sale to Saudi
The U.S. State Department has approved the sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, valued at $24.3 billion, including engines, spare parts, and support equipment. The statement confirmed that the deal will not alter the military balance in the region, especially given Saudi Arabia’s increasing involvement in conflicts across the Middle East. The agreement aligns with efforts to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s defensive capabilities and develop its air force without causing a significant shift in the regional balance of power.
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