Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with President Donald Trump at the White House today in his first US visit since the 2018 killing of Jamal Khashoggi, a Saudi dissident journalist. The meeting centred on defence co-operation, including a proposed sale of up to 48 F-35 fighter jets, along with talks on artificial-intelligence and nuclear energy partnerships.

The visit signals a fresh reset in US–Saudi relations as both sides prioritise strategic and economic interests over past tensions. Washington is seeking to deepen regional influence, while Riyadh aims to bolster its defence capabilities and expand its global standing.