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U.S. Approves Sale of $24.3 Billion F-35 Lightning II Fighters to Saudi Arabia
The U.S. has approved a $24.3 billion deal to sell F-35 Lightning II fighters to Saudi Arabia, enhancing the kingdom's defense capabilities and regional security.
The U.S. Department of State announced approval of the sale of F-35 Lightning II fighters to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as part of a deal valued at $24.3 billion.
The department stated that completing the deal will support improving the kingdom’s security as a key ally, while also enhancing its ability to deter current and future threats.
The U.S. approval comes within the framework described by the Department of State as supporting the kingdom’s security and strengthening its capacity to confront threats through ownership of F-35 Lightning II fighters.
The estimated value of the fighter jet sale to the kingdom is $24.3 billion, according to the U.S. Department of State.
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