Trump and the Arab World 13.05.2025
Trump begins Middle East tour with eye on Gulf deals, Gaza plan
The president's itinerary includes Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and potentially Turkey
(May 13, 2025 / JNS) U.S. President Donald Trump was set to arrive in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to kick off a consequential Middle East tour. He aims to secure substantial Gulf investments, reshape U.S. policy on Syria, as well as intensify diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Hamas wars.
This marks the first major overseas trip of Trump’s second term.
In addition to Saudi Arabia, the tour will include visits to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
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