US President Donald Trump has announced the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, marking a major defense deal between the two countries. Speaking to the media in the Oval Office, Trump said that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is visiting the United States, and the sale of advanced fighter jets will strengthen US-Saudi defense cooperation.
According to international media reports, Saudi Arabia plans to buy 48 F-35 jets from the United States, with the deal worth several billion dollars. This purchase is considered one of the largest defense contracts in recent years.
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The Saudi Crown Prince is scheduled to meet President Trump at the White House, where special arrangements have been made to welcome him. The visit highlights the growing strategic ties between the two nations.
In the same media briefing, President Trump also mentioned that Iran’s nuclear capabilities have been neutralized. He further announced plans to deploy the military to cities affected by crime and to form a task force for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
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The F-35 sale underscores a significant boost in military relations and cooperation, reinforcing the strong US-Saudi defense cooperation and strategic partnership for the region’s security and stability.
