Overview

• The $600 billion U.S.-Saudi partnership includes the largest-ever $142 billion defense sales agreement, officially signed on May 14, 2025.
• Key components of the defense deal include advanced air, missile, and naval systems, as well as extensive training for Saudi forces.
• Confirmed systems in the package are Lockheed Martin's C-130J transport aircraft, THAAD missile defense systems, and MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones.
• The inclusion of F-35 stealth fighter jets remains unconfirmed, with negotiations ongoing regarding their potential sale to Saudi Arabia.
• The deal aims to counter regional threats, particularly from Iran, while reinforcing U.S. influence and interoperability with Gulf allies.