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

Washington approves the sale of 48 F-35 fighters to Riyadh for $24 billion.

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The decision comes despite regional tensions linked to the war with Iran.

The deal strengthens the strategic alliance between the two countries.

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