F-35: Saudi Arabia's Ties with China Embarrass the United States

The Defense Intelligence Agency warned that the sale of F-35s to Saudi Arabia could expose the aircraft's technology to Beijing due to espionage and security partnerships. The deal involves 48 fighter jets worth several billion dollars, but U.S. officials are considering additional guarantees before signing. This dispute is part of a broader technological rivalry between the United States and China, with increasing restrictions on the export of sensitive technologies.