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US Intelligence Worries China Could Access F-35 Tech in Saudi Jet Deal
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U.S. intelligence agencies fear a proposed $24 billion sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia could expose sensitive technology to China. Concerns include potential Chinese espionage and Saudi Arabia's existing military and technological ties with Beijing, while Israel also has reservations due to its regional military edge.
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- US intelligence fears China could access F-35 technology in a $24 billion Saudi jet deal.
- Concerns focus on Chinese espionage and Saudi Arabia's military ties with Beijing.
- The deal involves 48 F-35 jets and spare engines, announced in November 2025.
- Israel, the only regional F-35 operator, has expressed reservations.
- Congress can complicate the sale, which is also linked to a Saudi nuclear program deal.
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