Tag: U.S.-Saudi relations
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Jamal Khashoggi: His Words Live Forever in U.S.-Saudi Relations
Preserving the Voice of a Reporter Who Remains Unforgotten Jamal Khashoggi’s name remains a provocative touchstone in debates over journalism, accountability, and foreign policy. The columnist, who once framed Saudi Arabia’s internal dialogue for a broad audience, was murdered in 2018 in a case that reverberates through corridors of power today. When leaders meet and…
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Contempt and Camaraderie: Trump and the Crown Prince’s Uneasy Alliance
Introduction: A Complex Rapport Between Two Powers The relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia has long been defined by strategic interests, energy security, and regional influence. In the era of President Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), that relationship took on a distinctive flavor: a blend of public admiration, personal…
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Ronaldo Joins White House Meeting Between Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Ronaldo Attends White House Meeting Between Trump and Mohammed bin Salman The White House hosted a high-profile gathering on Tuesday as football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo joined a bilateral meeting between President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The appearance underscored how global sports figures increasingly intersect with diplomacy, even as policy…
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Trump Hosts Saudi Crown Prince Visit at White House Amid Diplomacy and Scrutiny
Trump hosts Saudi Crown Prince visit at the White House President Donald Trump welcomed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the White House on Tuesday as part of a high-profile push to deepen U.S.-Saudi ties. The visit comes amid ongoing efforts by Riyadh to rehabilitate its international standing after the 2018 killing of Jamal Khashoggi,…
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Trump Hosts Saudi Crown Prince Visit at White House
Overview of the Visit President Donald Trump welcomed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) to the White House in what organizers billed as a showpiece encounter designed to underscore renewed ties between the United States and Saudi Arabia. The meeting occurred after months of diplomatic optimism and controversy, with the Saudi leader seeking to rehabilitate…
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Trump to Host MBS: Defense and Tech Deals in Focus
Overview President Donald Trump is set to host Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) in a gathering that industry observers say could steer future defense collaborations and technology partnerships. The conversations come amid a broader push to align strategic interests in security, global tech standards, and regional stability. While the specifics of any deals…
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Very Painful: U.S.-Saudi F-35 Deal and Hanan Khashoggi’s Response to MBS’s Washington Visit
Overview: A Controversial Deal on the Table The looming U.S.-Saudi agreement on F-35 fighter jets has intensified debates about weapons sales, strategic ties, and human rights concerns. As the deal nears completion, the Trump administration is preparing a high-profile reception for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) during his Washington visit. The gathering signals a…
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“Very Painful”: U.S.-Saudi F-35 Deal Heads to Finalization Amid MBS Visit Controversy
Overview: A Controversial Closure to a High-Stakes Deal As President Donald Trump prepares a lavish White House greeting for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the United States and Saudi Arabia edge closer to finalizing a long-discussed F-35 fighter jet deal. The agreement, expected to bolster bilateral defense cooperation, sits at the intersection of strategic ambitions…
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Trump weighs potential F-35 deal with Saudi Arabia
Overview President Donald Trump said on Friday that he is considering a deal to supply Saudi Arabia with F-35 stealth fighter jets, produced by Lockheed Martin. The comments, made during a briefing with reporters, signal a potential expansion of the longstanding but carefully managed defense relationship between the United States and the Kingdom of Saudi…
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Saudi F-35 Purchase Clears Pentagon Hurdle
Overview: A Potential multi-billion-dollar deal on the move Saudi Arabia’s pursuit of up to 48 F-35 fighter jets appears to be advancing through a crucial U.S. defense review, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The move, if finalized, would represent one of the largest foreign military sales in recent history and could significantly reshape…