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US approves $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia
AI EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The United States government has authorized a major military export agreement valued at $24.3 billion to supply Saudi Arabia with 48 F-35 stealth fighter jets. The decision moves forward despite past objections from Israel regarding the potential acquisition of advanced aircraft by Riyadh, even as diplomatic normalization efforts have progressed.
WHY IT MATTERS
This multi-billion dollar defense agreement alters the military balance in the Middle East and tests diplomatic relations between the U.S., Saudi Arabia, and Israel.
The United States on Thursday said it had approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 stealth warplanes to Saudi Arabia. Israel has previously voiced concerns about Riyadh buying F-35s, despite a push to normalise relations.
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