The deal, which still needs approval from Congress, comes as Riyadh seeks Washington’s help in its war with Yemen’s Houthis.Published On 17 Sep 202617 Sep 2026United States President Donald Trump’s administration has asked lawmakers to clear the sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia for an estimated $24.3bn.“This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a major non-NATO ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in the Gulf region,” the State Department said in a statement on Thursday.Recommended Stories list of…