Canada began a review of its fighter jet deal with the United States after President Trump imposed tariffs. Now, Sweden is back with a sales pitch for its own jets.
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Once a Pariah, Saudi Prince Resets U.S. Relations on His Own Terms
Seven years ago, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman couldn’t visit Washington. When he arrived at the White House on Tuesday, he got F-35s, the world’s fastest chips and the central role in the remaking of the Middle East.
Here’s the latest.
The president is offering the crown prince fighter jets, a nuclear agreement and other deals as part of his efforts to collect investment and push forward on Middle East peace.
Here’s the latest.
The president is offering the crown prince fighter jets, a nuclear agreement and other deals as part of his efforts to collect investment and push forward on Middle East peace.
France Agrees to Sell Up to 100 Rafale Fighter Jets to Ukraine
Some in Ukraine criticized the 10-year timeline for the warplanes and other defense equipment, but France called it a long-term commitment to the country.
U.S. Officials Raise Concerns About Saudi Arabia’s Bid for F-35 Jets
A Pentagon intelligence report says China could try to acquire advanced F-35 technology in Saudi Arabia if the Trump administration sells jets to the kingdom.
Turkish Military Plane Crashes in Georgia, Killing 20 Troops
The Turkish defense minister said that 20 Air Force servicemen died when their military cargo plane crashed after taking off from Azerbaijan on Tuesday.
U.S. Sends Attack Aircraft to El Salvador Amid Regional Troop Buildup
A New York Times analysis of satellite imagery and air traffic control communications found that U.S. military planes began operating out of the Central American country in mid-October.
Is the U.S. Losing in Vietnam? Russia, North Korea and China Are Gaining.
U.S. allies worry that American volatility and Russian outreach and arms sales, in particular, are driving Vietnam into a new phase.
What Are Gripen Fighter Jets and Why Does Ukraine Want Them From Sweden?
The Swedish warplanes are well suited to the rugged combat operations Ukraine will have to carry out, experts say.