During a high-profile visit to the White House, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman secured landmark agreements with the United States, including a civil nuclear energy pact and the sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets.
The two nations signed a joint declaration on civil nuclear energy, establishing a legal framework for a long-term, multi-billion-dollar partnership that aligns with strict nonproliferation standards.
In a historic move, President Donald Trump approved the sale of 48 F-35 stealth jets to Saudi Arabia, marking the first time these advanced aircraft would be delivered to the kingdom. The deal could shift the military balance in the Middle East and challenges Washington’s long-standing policy of maintaining Israel’s qualitative military edge.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been seeking access to US nuclear technology to rival regional peers such as the UAE and Iran. While discussions over uranium enrichment and fuel reprocessing continue, Trump noted that a civilian nuclear deal is possible, though “not urgent.”
During a formal White House gala, Trump also designated Saudi Arabia as a major non-NATO ally, boosting military cooperation to new heights. Only 19 countries have previously received this designation. The event highlighted the growing strategic and economic ties, including the crown prince’s $1 trillion investment pledge in the US.
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