Donald Trump stated that he is considering a possible sale of F-35 aircraft to Saudi Arabia, which would like to purchase many aircraft.

American President Donald Trump announced that he is considering the approval of an agreement under which the United States would supply Saudi Arabia with F-35 fighter jets, manufactured by Lockheed Martin. Trump stated that the Saudi kingdom is interested in purchasing a significant number of aircraft, including various types of planes. This discussion comes in the context of the planned meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where economic and defense agreements are expected to be signed. Additionally, Trump expressed hope that Saudi Arabia would join the Abraham Accords, which normalized relations with Israel. However, a Pentagon report warns that the advanced technology of the F-35 could end up in China if the sale were to be made.