Possible Moroccan F-35 purchase sparks debate in Spain over Mediterranean power balance

Morocco Eyeing US Stealth Jets: Spain Grapples With Regional Power Shift

A potential Moroccan acquisition of up to 32 F-35 stealth fighters from the United States is causing ripples in Spain, according to Spanish aviation outlet Aviaciondigital. Rabat's reported interest in these advanced aircraft, part of a larger modernization program for its air force, is raising concerns and sparking debate about the shifting balance of power in the Mediterranean region.

Spanish Officials Voice Concern

Some Spanish political and military circles view Morocco's potential F-35 acquisition as a significant development with the potential to reshape regional dynamics.