OPINION:
On June 16, an Israeli drone destroyed two Iranian F-14 jets, originally sold by the United States to Iran before the 1979 Islamic revolution. This highlights the risks of arming unstable regimes.
These Iranian fighter jets were hit mere minutes before they were set to take off.
The U.S. must stop selling advanced weapons to authoritarian rulers. History shows how quickly allies in the Middle East can turn into dangerous enemies, as seen with Iran. Selling weapons like the F-35 to sheikdoms is a national security risk. Congress must place strict limits on these sales to prevent future threats.
Let the destruction of those F-14s serve as a cautionary reminder.
MOSHE PHILLIPS
National chairman, Americans For A Safe Israel
New York, New York
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