Pakistan, Nov. 18 -- President Donald Trump has announced plans to approve the sale of U.S.-made F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, just ahead of a diplomatic visit by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Trump told reporters in the Oval Office: "We'll be selling the F-35s."

A potential deal could involve up to 48 F-35 aircraft, a multibillion-dollar agreement that has already cleared a major Pentagon hurdle. Saudi Arabia's request comes as part of its broader efforts to modernize its air force

Moreover, this move marks a significant shift in U.S. policy, raising concerns about changing the military balance in the Middle East. Critics warn that such a sale could challenge Washington's long-standing mission to preserve Israel's "qualitative...