Why A Massive U.S. - Saudi Arms Deal Now

F-15C Eagle aircraft armed with AIM-7 Sparrow and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles deploy to Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Shield. The aircraft are assigned to the 36th Tactical Fighter Wing. U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Fernando Serna

Inside The U.S.-Saudi Arms Deal -- Real Clear World/Washington Institute For Near East Policy

When Congress returns from its summer recess after Labor Day, the Department of Defense will provide informal notification of the U.S. intention to sell up to $30 billion in military equipment to Saudi Arabia. The likely deal is part of a U.S. commitment predating the Obama administration to strengthen regional allies in the face of a growing threat from Iran. For the Saudis, the transaction represents a clear return to considering the United States as its principal arms supplier, a position the Americans risked losing to France as recently as 2006.

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My Comment: A good analysis and summary on why this deal is happening. I expect countries within the region to follow suit.