US and Saudi Arabia Strengthen Ties with New Defense Deal

The US and Saudi Arabia have signed a Strategic Defense Agreement, which includes the sale of F-35 fighters and 300 Abrams tanks. The deal is part of a broader defense pact to deepen military and intelligence ties between the two countries. The agreement was announced during a meeting between President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The White House said the deal would make it easier for US defense firms to operate in Saudi Arabia and secure new burden-sharing funds. The deal may include additional weapon sales, but details are still emerging.