US Arms Buyer Saudi Arabia Struggles Against Yemeni Attacks, AP Reports
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, the Associated Press has reported that Saudi Arabia, despite its extensive arms stockpile, is proving incapable of defending against attacks by the Yemeni armed forces.
Saudi Arabia is identified as one of the largest purchasers of American weaponry globally. The kingdom has accounted for 12 percent of U.S. arms exports between 2021 and 2025.
The Associated Press further detailed that Saudi Arabia has acquired American F-15 fighter jets, Patriot air defense systems, advanced radar technology, and offensive missile systems.
The report indicated that the Saudi military budget for 2026 allocates $83 billion for defense spending. Recently, a $9 billion arms deal was signed with the United States for the purchase of 730 Patriot missiles.
