Defense

Trump’s F-35 Sale to Saudi Arabia: A Risky Gamble on National Security and Regional Stability

By National Security Desk | November 17, 2025

President Trump’s decision to sell advanced F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia raises urgent questions about protecting Israel’s military edge and safeguarding U.S. technology from adversaries like China.

On the eve of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington, President Donald Trump announced plans to sell the kingdom advanced F-35 fighter jets—a move that has set off alarm bells in national security circles. While the White House hails the longstanding partnership with Saudi Arabia, the implications of this sale reach far beyond diplomatic niceties.Does Selling F-35s to Saudi Arabia Compromise America’s Strategic Interests?The F-35 isn’t just any aircraft; it represents cutting-edge U.S. military technology designed to maintain American air superiority and protect allies. Historically, ensuring Israel's qualitative military advantage over its neighbors has been a linchpin of...

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