F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia cleared after years of to and fro between Washington and Riyadh

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What happened

Washington has approved the potential sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia.

This significant deal includes aircraft, engines, and extensive support packages.

The United States stated the sale would not alter the regional military balance.

Key facts

  • Washington has approved the potential sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:21:07 UTC.

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  1. Saudi Arabia facing 'biggest threat' ever to oil production as Iran-proxy Houthis launch attacks, expert says

  2. Trump declines to back Saudi Arabia as US officials reportedly meet Iran-backed Houthis in Oman

  3. U.S. approves sale of 48 F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia

  4. US approves $414M uranium investment in Niger, two years after troops left

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