Trump Considers Sale of F-35 Fighter Jets to Saudi Arabia Ahead of Crown Prince's White House Visit

Nov 15, 2025 09:22 am CST

President Trump is evaluating a potential deal to supply Saudi Arabia with F-35 stealth fighter jets manufactured by Lockheed Martin, coinciding with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's upcoming White House visit. Pentagon intelligence has raised concerns about possible technology transfer risks to China if the sale proceeds, while diplomatic discussions continue regarding Saudi Arabia potentially joining the Abraham Accords.