Pakistan, Nov. 15 -- The potential F-35 deal between the United States and Saudi Arabia gained momentum on Friday after President Donald Trump said he was considering the sale. He told reporters that Saudi Arabia wanted to buy a large number of F-35 stealth jets. He added that he was reviewing the request and expected more discussions soon.

The possible agreement comes ahead of next week's White House meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Trump said the visit would include economic and defense deals. He also said the meeting would be more of an honor ceremony than a routine diplomatic discussion. The president repeated his hope that Saudi Arabia would eventually join the Abraham Accords.

However, the F-35 deal has raised ...