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- The United States has approved the potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia.
- The deal covers the aircraft, engines, and extensive support packages.
- Washington said the sale would not alter the regional military balance.
- Saudi Arabia has sought the jets because of recent air defense vulnerabilities.
- The approval follows other major arms purchases by Riyadh this year and signals deeper US-Saudi defence ties.
What to watch next
- Final size, terms and timing of the sale after the US approval.
- How regional rivals such as Israel and Iran respond to the deal.
- Whether Riyadh signs more US arms deals this year.
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