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US and Japan Conduct Joint Military Drills Amid Growing Tensions with China in Indo-Pacific Region
Dec 12, 2025 11:44 am CST
US strategic bombers and Japanese fighter jets conducted joint military exercises near Japan's airspace as tensions with China escalate following radar-locking incidents and China-Russia joint bomber flights. The drills demonstrate the strong US-Japan alliance and their commitment to regional security amid deteriorating relations between Tokyo and Beijing.
US and India Work to Strengthen Defense and Energy Ties Amid Trade Tensions: A Diplomatic Effort to Rebuild Relations
Dec 10, 2025 02:52 am CST
US Under Secretary Allison Hooker's visit to India aims to translate the Trump-Modi vision into concrete progress amid strained relations caused by increased US tariffs on Indian goods. The diplomatic talks focus on deepening cooperation in defense, energy, technology, and supply chains while addressing India's Russian oil purchases that have become a point of contention between the strategic partners.
Trump's Defense Deal with Saudi Arabia: F-35 Jets Promised as Crown Prince Gets Warm Washington Welcome
Nov 19, 2025 03:14 pm CST
President Trump welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with elaborate ceremonies in Washington, offering a defense agreement including F-35 fighter jets and dismissing allegations about the Khashoggi murder. In exchange, Saudi Arabia pledged potential investments of $1 trillion in the U.S. and military purchases worth $142 billion, though experts question the lopsided nature of these arrangements and the timeline for implementation of key agreements.
Trump Welcomes Saudi Crown Prince: Major Defense Deals and $1 Trillion Investment Commitment Announced
Nov 19, 2025 11:54 am CST
President Trump hosted Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman at the White House, announcing significant defense agreements including F-35 fighter jet sales and a $1 trillion Saudi investment commitment to the US. The warm meeting, featuring military honors and attended by tech executives, addressed regional security concerns and Saudi Arabia's potential inclusion in the Abraham Accords, while sidestepping human rights questions about the 2018 Khashoggi killing.
Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince During Historic White House Visit Amid $1 Trillion Investment Pledge
Nov 19, 2025 02:22 am CST
President Donald Trump welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Washington amid strengthened US-Saudi relations and controversial remarks about the Khashoggi murder. The visit featured a $1 trillion Saudi investment pledge, discussions about Middle East peace, potential F-35 fighter jet sales, and human rights concerns from advocacy groups as Saudi Arabia seeks to enhance its global standing.
Saudi Crown Prince's US Visit: F-35 Deal and Abraham Accords Top Agenda in Trump Meeting
Nov 18, 2025 03:29 pm CST
President Trump welcomes Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for high-level talks aimed at finalizing F-35 fighter jet sales and expanding the Abraham Accords. The visit marks a significant step in restored US-Saudi relations and could yield massive investment deals while addressing regional security concerns and potential Saudi-Israel normalization.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Historic White House Visit: Rebuilding US-Saudi Relations Under Trump
Nov 18, 2025 03:07 pm CST
President Trump welcomes Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the White House for his first visit since 2018, signaling renewed US-Saudi relations. The meeting focuses on multi-billion dollar deals, potential F-35 fighter jet sales, and Middle East peace efforts, while both leaders seek strategic cooperation amid regional challenges. This diplomatic reset comes seven years after tensions over the Khashoggi killing, with economic investment and potential Saudi-Israel normalization high on the agenda.
Trump Approves F-35 Fighter Jet Sale to Saudi Arabia Despite Technical and Diplomatic Challenges
Nov 18, 2025 02:33 pm CST
President Trump has announced plans to sell advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia ahead of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's White House visit. The deal faces significant hurdles including Israel's regional military edge concerns, Pentagon worries about China accessing the technology, and a complex approval process that could take years. The proposed sale mirrors a similar agreement with the UAE that remains unfulfilled after five years.
Trump Confirms Sale of Advanced F-35 Fighter Jets to Saudi Arabia Ahead of Crown Prince's Visit
Nov 18, 2025 08:11 am CST
President Donald Trump has announced the United States will sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, despite concerns about technology transfer risks to China. The announcement comes as Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman makes his first visit to Washington in seven years, with expectations of major bilateral agreements including AI investments and nuclear cooperation. The deal faces scrutiny regarding Israel's military edge and Saudi Arabia's human rights record, while potentially influencing Middle East peace efforts including Saudi normalization with Israel.
Trump Urges Erdogan to Halt Russian Oil Purchases While Discussing F-35 Fighter Jet Program Reinstatement
Sep 26, 2025 03:29 am CST
During a significant White House meeting, President Donald Trump urged Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to stop purchasing Russian oil amid the Ukraine conflict while hinting at possible reinstatement to the F-35 fighter jet program. This marked Erdogan's first visit since Turkey's 2019 expulsion from the program following their acquisition of Russian S-400 missile systems. The two leaders addressed multiple contentious issues including Turkey's Russian energy dependence, defense cooperation, and regional conflicts in Gaza and Syria.