US Middle East Visit, Signing 'Largest Arms Sale Agreement in History'!
On May 13, 2025, during President Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia, the two countries signed an arms sale agreement worth nearly $142 billion, described by the White House as 'the largest arms sale agreement in history.' This agreement is part of a larger package in which Saudi Arabia agreed to invest $600 billion in the US. Relevant details are as follows:
Agreement Content: Air Force Upgrades and Space Capability Development: Saudi Arabia will upgrade its F-15SA fighter jets, potentially bringing them close to F-15EX standards. Transport aircraft such as the C-130J-30 'Hercules' and C-17 'Globemaster III' may also be reconfigured for special missions and upgraded in navigation, electronic warfare, and communication systems.