Trump administration reviewing Israel's 'military edge' as it eyes Gulf arms deals, sources say

The Trump administration is reviewing Israel's Qualitative Military Edge (QME) in light of potential major arms sales to Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Israel fears these deals, which could include F-35 fighter jets for Saudi Arabia, could upset the military balance of power in the Middle East. Senior US officials have held meetings on Capitol Hill with members of Congress regarding the potential defense deals. A senior State Department official also traveled to Israel to address Israeli concerns ahead of an expected meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu.