Trump administration advances $24.3 billion fighter jet deal to Saudi Arabia as Houthis escalate attacks

The deal comes as Iran-backed Houthis escalate attacks on Saudi Arabia and seek control of the strategically important Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

# Trump administration advances $24.3 billion fighter jet deal to Saudi Arabia as Houthis escalate attacks The deal comes as Iran-backed Houthis escalate attacks on Saudi Arabia and seek control of the strategically important Bab el-Mandeb Strait. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/trump-saudi-arabia-f-35-houthis-iran-war.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*