Israel Maintains "Military Edge" Despite US-Saudi F-35 Jet Deal, Officials Confirm

Nov 21, 2025 01:35 am CST

Israel's government has officially responded to the US-Saudi F-35 fighter jet deal, asserting that its qualitative military advantage in the Middle East remains intact. While Saudi Arabia seeks formal ties with Israel, it also demands progress on Palestinian statehood - a position Netanyahu strongly opposes. US officials have confirmed the Saudi jets will lack the advanced features present in Israel's F-35 fleet.