Donald Trump, Syria and Middle East
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Saudi Arabia is of key diplomatic importance to the Trump White House, especially amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
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The World from PRX on MSNTrump kicks off Middle East visit with talk of a ‘golden age’President Donald Trump wrapped up the first day of his three-nation tour of the Middle East today in Riyadh. He thanked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a warm welcome and said the US-Saudi partnership has never been stronger.
Trump’s first policy-driven overseas visit in his second term will be the Persian Gulf. Trade, Tehran talks and possibly Gaza will be on the agenda.
The issues of China trade talks, a ceasefire between Pakistan and India, the Ukraine war and Gaza hostages have been in the president's in-tray.
Iran relations and praised Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE for their economic progress. He expressed willingness to negotiate with Iran but warned of pressure if they continue aggressive actions. A $600 billion investment by Saudi Arabia into the US was also announced.
President Donald Trump is in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday as he embarks on the first major international trip of his second term. Follow here for the latest live news updates.
High-stakes nuclear talks between Iran and the U.S. signal tentative progress as pressure mounts ahead of President Trump's Middle East visit.