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The UK Ministry of Defence has revealed an ambitious long-term delivery plan for the F-35 fighter jets, set to steadily grow the fleet and significantly enhance the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy’s power well into the coming decade

The United Kingdom’s F-35 program is facing intense scrutiny as cost-saving measures raise alarm among experts about potential impacts on readiness and capabilities. Reports warn that these budget cuts could seriously undermine the program’s long-term operational effectiveness

The UK’s F-35 procurement strategy is now in the spotlight, as it carefully balances cost, capability, and industrial benefits. Policymakers face the tough challenge of ensuring defense readiness while keeping budgets intact, unveiling a complex and high-stakes strategic puzzle