Israel's Qualitative Military Edge at Risk Amid F-35 Deal

The US has announced plans to sell the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter to Saudi Arabia, sparking concerns about Israel’s Qualitative Military Edge (QME). The sale has been met with a mix of reactions from Israeli experts, with some expressing concerns about the potential impact on Israel’s security. The timeline for the sale is uncertain, with estimates suggesting it could take 5-10 years for the Saudis to receive their first F-35s. The US has stated that it will not breach Israel’s QME, but the sale has raised questions about the long-term implications for Israel’s security.