U.S. Approves $24.3 Billion Fighter Jet Sale to Saudi Arabia
The United States has approved a $24.3 billion proposed arms package for Saudi Arabia, including the sale of advanced fighter aircraft, according to reports.
The deal would significantly expand Saudi Arabia’s access to U.S.-made military aviation capabilities and deepen defense cooperation between Washington and Riyadh.
The proposed package comes as Saudi Arabia continues efforts to strengthen and modernize its armed forces amid heightened security tensions across the Middle East.
The approval represents a major potential defense agreement between the two countries, although the sale would still be subject to the required U.S. government and congressional processes before final implementation.