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U.S. Prepares $100 Billion Arms Deal with Saudi Arabia Ahead of Trump Visit

The proposed package, involving major defense contractors, awaits congressional review and raises questions about conditions linked to China and Israel.

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U.S. President Donald Trump looks on, as he signs executive orders in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 23, 2025. REUTERS/Leah Millis/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Trump administration is set to announce a $100 billion-plus arms package for Saudi Arabia during President Trump's May visit to Riyadh.
  • The deal includes advanced weaponry from U.S. defense giants such as Lockheed Martin, RTX, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and General Atomics.
  • It remains unclear whether the proposal includes restrictions on Chinese arms purchases or conditions tied to Israeli normalization, as seen in a prior Biden initiative.
  • The agreement builds on a longstanding U.S.-Saudi defense relationship, with offensive weapons restrictions lifted in 2024 after regional realignments.
  • Under U.S. law, the deal requires congressional review, with potential discussions on Lockheed Martin's F-35 jets expected during the visit.