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While China has warned of serious consequences and may impose sanctions, the US frames the sale as a necessary sustainment measure for existing aircraft rather than an escalation.

Riyadh's strategy is to maintain the historical relationship with Washington, whether under a Republican or Democratic administration.

Trump’s return to blatant imperialism is likely to be counterproductive.

There are fears that Trump's plan will falter and the risk of division will proceed.

It's the same quality that once defined Barack Obama's presidential election campaigns: controlled tone, steady message, and moral clarity.