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The United Arab Emirates threatened on Tuesday to scrap its mega-purchase of US F-35 fighter jets, protesting stringent conditions amid Washington’s concerns on China, but both sides said they hoped to resolve the dispute. President Joe Biden has pledged greater oversight over the state-of-the-art planes after the $23 billion arms package was pushed through by his predecessor Donald Trump in what was seen as a reward for the Gulf State’s recognition of Israel. “The UAE has informed the US that it will suspend discussions to acquire the F-35,” an Emirati official said. “Technical requirements, …
