Decoding the US sale of 72 F-15 fighter jets to Qatar

The US State Department has approved the sale to Qatar of 72 fourth-generation F-15 fighter jets, worth a total of $21.1 billion.

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RIA Novosti on November 18 quoted a source from the US Defense and Security Cooperation Agency as saying that the agreement includes providing weapons for the aircraft, technical support, training and a number of other proposals. However, the time of aircraft delivery was not specified.

“The agreement strengthens the foreign policy and national security of the United States, increases the security of a friendly nation, and strengthens strategic relationships.

The transfer of F-15 aircraft will increase Qatar's ability to counter current and future enemies on the ground and in the air.

Qatar will use its military potential as a deterrent to minimize threats in the region and strengthen its defense power,” the source said.

The F-15 fighter jet was developed in the 1970s and was designed to gain air superiority in dogfights.

To date, the F-15 has appeared in many versions to suit the requirements of the air forces of Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Israel and several other countries.

The features and specifications of the F-15 aircraft designed for Qatar have not been disclosed yet.

According to TPO