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F-35 Sale to Saudi Arabia Sparks Debate | Namibia News
The Trump administration has approved a $24 billion arms deal to sell Saudi Arabia nearly 50 top-of-the-line F-35 fighter jets — a move sparking fierce debate in Congress over national security, potential tech leaks to China, and regional power dynamics. While the State Department argues it bolsters Gulf stability and U.S. foreign policy, lawmakers like Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi warn of serious risks. This sale comes amid a history of scrutiny over Riyadh’s human rights record and ongoing Yemen conflict, and follows a pattern of close ties between Washington and Crown Prince Mohammed bin…
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