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EX500rider

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1. Seems counter productive to goad other countries in to attacking them

Reply to PeaceWave (Original post)

Sun Mar 8, 2026, 01:25 PM

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Saudi Arabia possesses the largest and most advanced air force in the Gulf region, with over 700–1,000 aircraft and approximately 20,000–40,000 active personnel. The UAE follows with a significant force of roughly 335–560 aircraft.

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