President Trump's Visit to Saudi Arabia

President Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia for first formal international tour of second term, greeted by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman with purple carpet, soldiers on horseback, and coffee break at VIP lounge. Itinerary includes economic cooperation, Israel-Hamas conflict, and efforts to resolve Russian invasion of Ukraine.

President Donald Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia

President Donald Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia for a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, accompanied by Saudi fighter jets escorting Air Force One.

Saudi Arabia's Diplomatic Role on the World Stage

Saudi Arabia is hosting a summit with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to improve relations with the U.S. The country is trying to rebrand itself as a global powerbroker despite ongoing human rights concerns and past controversies. The meeting highlights Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's efforts to transform the kingdom into a more open and influential player on the world stage.

US Support for Israel and Middle East Relations

Marco Rubio reaffirmed the US' strong support for Israel during a call with Prime Minister Netanyahu, echoing President Trump's stance. They discussed Israel's successes against Hamas and Hezbollah, efforts to free hostages in Gaza, and ongoing operations in the West Bank. The US also discussed Iran with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 FIFA World Cup

Saudi Arabia has been announced as the host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup, a controversial decision due to the country's human rights violations. Critics fear abuses of migrant workers and repression during the event.

Saudi Crown Prince's Diplomatic Strategy

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is using threats on his life to push the U.S. to pressure Israel on a future Palestinian state as part of a potential mega-deal between the countries.

Saudi Arabia's Jaumur Marina Resort and Neom Initiative

Saudi Arabia is planning an extravagant marina resort called Jaumur for the world's biggest superyachts, part of the Neom initiative. The project includes luxury villas, apartments, hotels, and aerofoil for yacht protection. However, the initiative has faced criticism for reported plans to forcefully evict locals to make way for the development.

Controversy Surrounding Neom Megacity Project in Saudi Arabia

Saudi government allegedly ordered troops to kill indigenous people resisting eviction for Neom megacity project led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Human rights groups condemn forced evictions and killings, while project faces challenges in meeting ambitious goals.

Saudi Arabia's Neom Project

Saudi Arabia has scaled back its ambitions for the Neom project, reducing the expected number of residents and completion timeline. Financial concerns and delays in budget approval signal challenges in achieving Vision 2030 goals.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's Visit to Saudi Arabia

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited Saudi Arabia to push for a peace plan and the return of prisoners of war from Russia, with the support of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.