US approves $24.3 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

The U.S. State Department approved a potential $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia on September 17, 2026. As of September 21, concerns have emerged regarding the deal's regional implications and Israel's military position.

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US clears potential $24.3 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

kite:middle_eastother12d ago kagi ↗

The US State Department has approved a potential $24.3 billion Foreign Military Sale of 48 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets to Saudi Arabia and notified Congress, which has 30 days to review or try to block the transaction. The package includes 49 Pratt & Whitney F135 engines, communications and cryptographic equipment, electronic-warfare support, training, spare parts and logistics services. The de

US clears way for $24.3 billion military aircraft sale to Saudi Arabia

rss:al-monitorinternational12d ago kagi ↗

WASHINGTON, Sept 17 (Reuters) - The US Department of State has approved the potential sale of Lockheed Martin's F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter aircraft to Saudi Arabia, it said on Thursday as the kingdom has been drawn deeper into the Middle East war. The estimated $24.3 billion sale would include 48 of the military aircraft and 49 Pratt & Whitney engines along with communications equipmen

US clears way for $24.3 billion fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia

rss:al-monitorinternational12d ago wire ×4 kagi ↗

WASHINGTON, Sept 17 (Reuters) - The US Department of Statesaid on Thursday it has approved the potential sale of Lockheed Martin's F-35 Lightning II fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, as the kingdom is drawn deeper into war in the Middle East. A sale would mark a significant policy shift from the US, potentially altering the balance of military power in the Middle East and testing Washington's definiti

US clears $24.3 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

kite:defenseother12d ago kagi ↗

The U.S. State Department approved a possible $24.3 billion sale of up to 48 Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighters to Saudi Arabia, according to a congressional notification issued September 17. The proposed Foreign Military Sale also includes 49 Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-100 engines, communications and cryptographic equipment, electronic-warfare support, training systems, spare parts, mainten

U.S. clears way for $24.3 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

rss:haaretz-israelinternational12d ago kagi ↗

The deal has raised concerns in Israel over its regional air superiority, while Netanyahu's office says understandings with Washington will preserve Israel's edge. Senior Israeli defense officials warned the jets could expose Israeli capabilities

State Department OKs potential $24B fighter jet sale to Saudis

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Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story State Department OKs potential $24B fighter jet sale to Saudis The State Department announced Thursday that it approved a potential $24 billion sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, despite worries from defense officials and lawmakers...

US advances $24.3 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

kite:defenseother11d ago kagi ↗

The Trump administration approved a potential $24.3 billion Foreign Military Sale of 48 Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, the State Department said on September 17. The package would include 49 Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-100 engines, secure communications and cryptographic equipment, training, software, spare parts and logistical support. The proposal is not a signed co

US approves $24.3 billion F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

kite:middle_eastother11d ago kagi ↗

The Trump administration approved a potential $24.3 billion sale of 48 Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters to Saudi Arabia, the State Department said on Sept. 17. The package also includes engines, equipment and support. The proposed Foreign Military Sale still requires congressional approval, and Washington did not provide a delivery schedule [hurriyetdailynews.com#1][bbc.co.uk#1]

Why Trump’s $24.3 billion Saudi F-35 deal is raising concerns in US, Israel

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The proposed $24.3 billion sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia is under careful examination. If approved, this transaction would position Saudi Arabia as the second country in the Middle East to acquire these high-tech military aircraft. However, apprehensions about the impact on regional military dynamics and Israel's strategic advantage loom large. Moreover, the growing relationship betwee