Trump says he will sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia on eve of crown prince’s visit to Washington Politics Nov 17, 2025 4:41 PM EST

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday he will sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia as he praised the kingdom for its strong partnership with the United States.

The announcement came on the eve of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s highly anticipated Washington visit, his first to the United States in more than seven years.

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