On the bright side they’re an Islamic army so they can’t fight their way out of a wet paper bag.

(WaPo) — The Obama administration on Thursday announced an arms deal with Saudi Arabia valued at nearly $30 billion, an agreement that will send 84 F-15 fighter jets and assorted weaponry to the kingdom.

The administration notified Congress last year of its intent to sell advanced weaponry to Saudi Arabia, a key U.S. ally in the Middle East and a strategic bulwark against Iran. The final agreement also includes the modernization of 70 existing aircraft as well as munitions, spare parts, training and maintenance.

“This agreement reinforces the strong and enduring relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia, and demonstrates the U.S. commitment to a strong Saudi defense capability as a key component to regional security,” White House spokesman Joshua Earnest said in a statement.

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