Trump's Gulf Tour: A $142 Billion Arms Deal and Sanction Relief for Syria

Tue Jul 01 2025 16:11:39 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump's Gulf Tour: A $142 Billion Arms Deal and Sanction Relief for Syria

President Trump's foreign visit to Saudi Arabia highlights the U.S. commitment to strengthening alliances and bolstering economic ties.


During his recent trip to Saudi Arabia, President Donald Trump announced a substantial $142 billion arms deal alongside plans to lift sanctions on Syria. This visit marks an effort to fortify investment relations in the Gulf region, with the potential for future deals reaching as high as $1 trillion.

In a lengthy address in Riyadh, Trump hailed the robust partnership with Saudi Arabia, referring to it as a "stronger partner" than any other nation. This first stop of his Gulf tour, which will also include Qatar and the UAE, reflects a shift in U.S. foreign policy, focusing on nurturing economic relations. Trump also celebrated the lifting of Syrian sanctions, describing it as an opportunity for the country to realize its potential and mentioned his aspiration for Saudi Arabia to participate in the Abraham Accords, which normalized relations between Israel and select Gulf states.

During the visit, Trump's money-boosting agenda included a luncheon with prominent business figures such as Elon Musk. The atmosphere stood in stark contrast to President Biden’s previous administration, which had taken a more cautious stance regarding Saudi Arabia due to human rights controversies. With many countries including Qatar committing to substantial investments in the U.S. economy, Trump's Gulf tour could pave the way for a new era of international business cooperation.

Ultimately, the trip signifies a renewed emphasis on U.S. economic interests in the Middle East, framed by friendly diplomatic engagements amidst a challenging geopolitical landscape.

MORE ON THEME

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:35:02 GMT

Trump Reinstates Strict Cuba Policy, Targeting Tourism and Military Ties

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:35:02 GMT
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:30:31 GMT

Israel's Netanyahu Plans U.S. Visit Amid Cease-Fire Developments

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:30:31 GMT
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 08:32:52 GMT

Transgender Military Personnel in Crisis as New Ban Looms

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 08:32:52 GMT
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:48:58 GMT

Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Cafe Claims 20 Lives Amid Ongoing Conflict

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:48:58 GMT
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:46:34 GMT

Over 130 NGOs Demand Closure of Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:46:34 GMT
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:13:05 GMT

Will the India-US Trade Negotiations Result in a Compromise?

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:13:05 GMT
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:42:49 GMT

US Must Cease Strikes for Diplomatic Talks, Iranian Official States

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:42:49 GMT
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:37:12 GMT

Senate Votes Underway for Trump's Controversial Budget Bill

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:37:12 GMT
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:35:20 GMT

Trump's Crucial Aid Cuts Could Lead to 14 Million Avoidable Deaths by 2030

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:35:20 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 22:21:45 GMT

Canada's Trade Shift: A Strategic Retreat Amid Trump's Pressure

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 22:21:45 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:17:01 GMT

Trump Pressures Senate to Pass Controversial Economic Bill

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:17:01 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:14:10 GMT

Trump Eases Sanctions on Syria, Backing New Government's Reconstruction Efforts

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:14:10 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:41:19 GMT

Gulf Nations Seize Opportunity to Invest in Post-Assad Syria

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:41:19 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 19:00:27 GMT

Satellite Images Reveal Iran’s Response to U.S. Strikes on Fordo Nuclear Facility

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 19:00:27 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:05:55 GMT

Legal Setback for NGOs as UK Court Backs Fighter Jet Parts Exports to Israel

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:05:55 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:54:22 GMT

Global Air Travel Disrupted by Rising Geopolitical Conflicts

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:54:22 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:39:56 GMT

Displacement Crisis Grows in Gaza Amid Intensified Air Strikes

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:39:56 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:30:16 GMT

Trump's Controversial MS-13 Leader Return Deal with El Salvador Raises Eyebrows

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:30:16 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:41:19 GMT

Trump’s Budget Bill Faces Opposition Amid Major Cuts to Health Coverage

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:41:19 GMT
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:31:18 GMT

Trump Claims He Has Wealthy Backers Ready to Buy TikTok

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:31:18 GMT

Follow us

© 2024 SwissX REDD UK ltd. All Rights Reserved.