The F-35s that participated in the US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities flew deep into its airspace. The fighter jets escorted the B-2 stealth bombers and were the last to leave Iranian airspace.

The United States F-35 fighter program recently hit significant milestones in both the number of aircraft delivered and components produced as 20 allied and partner nations rapidly field the stealth ...

Japan now operates dozens of advanced F-35 stealth fighters—including the F-35B STOVL variant, based on its two quasi-aircraft carriers. Eighty years ago, following its defeat in World War II, Japan ...

Lockheed Martin delivered a record 191 F-35 stealth fighters in 2025, significantly increasing production speed and surpassing previous delivery numbers. The F-35 program achieved major milestones, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Paul Iddon is a freelance journalist focused on Middle East affairs. Almost a decade has passed since Israel received its first ...