Core Viewpoint - The potential sale of F-35 fighter jets from the U.S. to Saudi Arabia could alter the military balance in the Middle East, raising concerns from Israel regarding its air superiority in the region [1][2]. Group 1: U.S.-Saudi Relations - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Trump at the White House, where Trump indicated plans to approve the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia [1]. - If the sale proceeds, Saudi Arabia would become the first country in the Middle East, aside from Israel, to acquire the F-35 [1]. Group 2: Israeli Concerns - The Israeli Defense Forces submitted a document to the government strongly opposing the potential sale, warning it could weaken Israel's air superiority [1][2]. - The document emphasized that Israel's air force relies on exclusive access to fifth-generation stealth fighters, and the deployment of F-35s by Saudi Arabia would diminish this advantage [1][2]. Group 3: Impact on Military Production - The document also warned that if Saudi Arabia procures F-35s from Lockheed Martin, it could occupy critical production lines, delaying Israel's orders and disrupting its air force modernization plans [2]. - Currently, Israel is the only country in the Middle East with F-35s, possessing 45 aircraft and having ordered an additional 30 [2]. Group 4: F-35 Capabilities - The F-35, manufactured by Lockheed Martin, is one of the most advanced stealth multirole fighter jets globally, capable of long-range strikes, intelligence gathering, and coordinating drone attacks [2].

每经编辑｜陈柯名 据央视新闻，此前11月17日，特朗普表示，他计划批准向沙特阿拉伯出售美国制造的F-35战斗机。如果成交，沙特将成为中东地区除以色列之外首个获得 该战机的国家。随后，以色列国防军向以色列政府领导层提交了一份立场文件，强烈反对美国可能向沙特阿拉伯出售F-35战斗机，并警告称此举或削弱以 色列在中东的空中优势。 当地时间2025年11月18日，美国华盛顿，美国总统唐纳德·特朗普在白宫椭圆形办公室会见沙特阿拉伯王储兼首相穆罕默德·本·萨勒曼。图片来源：视觉中 国 文件称，以色列空军在地区的优势依赖于对第五代隐形战机的独占使用。文件还称，以色列"阿迪尔"机队（以空军装备的F-35I隐形战斗机机队）的远程 作战依赖这种独占性，若沙特部署同型战机，将削弱以色列的作战优势。 文件同时警告，若沙特从洛克希德·马丁公司采购F-35战机，可能占用关键生产线，延迟以色列的订单，并扰乱以空军现代化计划。 据悉，当前，以色列是中东地区唯一拥有F-35战斗机的国家，目前拥有45架该型飞机，另有30架已订购。以方曾多次表示担忧，如果中东其他国家拥有先 进的隐形飞机，以色列的空中优势可能会被削弱。此前，以色列曾努力阻止美国向 ...

Core Points - President Trump announced the approval of F-35 fighter jet sales to Saudi Arabia, highlighting efforts to deepen U.S.-Saudi relations ahead of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit [1][3] - The sale represents a significant policy shift that could alter the military balance in the Middle East and challenge the U.S. commitment to maintaining Israel's qualitative military edge [5] - Israeli officials have expressed opposition to the sale, citing risks of an arms race in the region and the need for Israel to maintain its air superiority [5] - The U.S. Congress may pose challenges to the sale, with some lawmakers cautious about deepening military cooperation with Saudi Arabia [5] - Saudi Arabia has long been interested in acquiring F-35 jets, having submitted a request earlier this year, but previous attempts were blocked due to concerns over Israel's military advantage [6] - The potential sale is intertwined with broader U.S. diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, including previous attempts by the Biden administration to normalize relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel [7]

（原标题："重大政策转变"！特朗普同意了） 据美媒报道，以色列可能要求美国将F-35军售与以沙关系正常化挂钩，并为以方提供相关安全保障，例 如向沙特出售的任何F-35战机都不得部署到接近以色列的沙特西部地区。 F-35战机由美国洛克希德-马丁公司制造，是世界上最先进的隐形多功能喷气式战斗机之一，具备远程 打击能力，能收集情报并与地面共享、指挥无人机群发起攻击、定位并摧毁敌方综合防空系统等。美国 只向长期军事盟友出售该型战机。即使总统批准，国会也有权搁置出口许可证。 一些分析人士认为，美国向沙特出售F-35战机可能改变中东军事平衡，削弱以色列相对于周边国家的军 事优势。 美国总统特朗普17日表示，他计划批准向沙特阿拉伯出售美国制造的F-35战斗机。如果成交，沙特将成 为中东地区除以色列之外首个获得该战机的国家。 特朗普当天在白宫答记者问时说，沙特是美国的重要盟友，"我可以肯定地说，我们会这么做"。 特朗普定于18日在白宫会见沙特王储穆罕默德·本·萨勒曼，会谈议题或包括F-35战机交易、美沙防务协 议和沙以关系正常化等。 来源：新华社 特朗普称计划向沙特出售F-35战机 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses President Trump's plan to approve the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, marking a significant development in U.S.-Saudi relations and potential implications for military balance in the Middle East [2][3]. Group 1: Sale of F-35 Fighter Jets - Trump announced plans to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, making it the first country in the Middle East, aside from Israel, to acquire this advanced military technology [3]. - The F-35, manufactured by Lockheed Martin, is one of the world's most advanced stealth multi-role fighter jets, capable of long-range strikes, intelligence gathering, and coordinating drone attacks [3]. Group 2: Implications for Regional Security - Analysts suggest that the sale of F-35s to Saudi Arabia could alter the military balance in the Middle East, potentially diminishing Israel's military advantage over neighboring countries [4]. - The discussions between Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman may also include defense agreements and normalization of relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel [3].