Trump’s F-35 Bet Outsources War to Saudi Arabia as Oil Prices Soar
Summary
The U.S. government approved the possible sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, aiming to shift more military responsibility to regional allies in the Middle East. The deal faces approval from Congress and is meant to support Saudi Arabia’s defense amid ongoing regional conflicts, especially against Iran-aligned groups.Key Facts
- The U.S. agreed to sell F-35 stealth fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, but Congress must still approve the deal.
- The jets will take several years to arrive and won’t immediately affect rising oil prices caused by Middle East conflicts.
- Israel opposes Saudi Arabia getting F-35s unless Riyadh and Israel normalize diplomatic relations, fearing a loss of Israel’s air superiority.
- Some U.S. lawmakers worry the jets could be exposed to China due to Saudi Arabia’s ties with that country.
- The sale reflects a shift in U.S. policy to reduce direct military involvement and encourage allies to take more security responsibility.
- Saudi Arabia is seeking more military independence and diversifying its alliances with countries like China, Russia, Pakistan, and Turkey.
- The F-35 jets would help Saudi Arabia defend against missile and drone attacks from Yemen’s Houthi rebels and other groups aligned with Iran.
- This move aligns with President Donald Trump’s goal to boost U.S. arms sales while reducing direct combat role in the Middle East.
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