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Trump administration approves $24bn sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia

Deal comes amid escalation in Middle East conflict — but transfer likely to face opposition in US Congress Grouped from 2 articles across 2 sources.

2 reports2 sourcesSep 17, 2026, 10:22 PM
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Financial TimesSep 17, 2026, 10:22 PM

Trump administration approves $24bn sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia

Deal comes amid escalation in Middle East conflict — but transfer likely to face opposition in US Congress

Al JazeeraSep 17, 2026, 9:38 PM

Trump administration approves sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia

The deal, which needs approval from Congress, comes as Riyadh seeks Washington's help in its war with Yemen's Houthis.

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