Saudi Arabia approved to purchase 48 US F-35 fighter jets

The United States approves the sale of 48 F-35A fighter jets to Saudi Arabia to bolster its air defense.

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This decision is part of a multi-billion-dollar contract announced by the State Department.

It could reshape military balances in the Middle East and strengthen strategic ties between Riyadh and Washington.

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