Saudi Arabia passes Pentagon hurdle in campaign to buy F35s
Saudi campaign to purchase 48 of the fighter jets should come up during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Nov. 18 visit to the White House
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King Philippe of Belgium (center) inspects F35 jets last month after receiving first order from Lockheed Martin
Saudi Arabia’s quest to buy as many as 48 F-35 stealth fighter jets from Lockheed Martin is picking up traction amid White House preparations for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Nov. 18 visit to the White House.
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