Washington: US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman engaged in discussions at the White House, focusing on the Abraham Accords and the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. Both leaders expressed commitments to advancing peace efforts and enhancing US-Saudi relations.
According to TRTworld.com, Prince Mohammed articulated Saudi Arabia's intention to normalize relations with Israel swiftly, emphasizing the necessity of establishing a two-state solution for the Palestinians. He expressed a desire to be part of the Abraham Accords while ensuring a clear path to a two-state solution. President Trump echoed these sentiments, stating that their talks included strategies for peaceful resolutions in the Middle East.
In addition to peace talks, President Trump announced Saudi Arabia's agreement to invest $600 billion in the United States, with the Crown Prince indicating a potential increase to $1 trillion. Trump expressed gratitude for this commitment, highlighting the deepening economic ties between the two nations.
Addressing questions about the Trump Organisation's business dealings with Saudi Arabia, Trump clarified his detachment from family business operations during his presidency. He assured the press that any business conducted by his family in Saudi Arabia was minimal and conducted ethically.
The discussions also covered the potential sale of advanced US AI chips to Saudi Arabia, signaling an expansion in tech relations. Regarding the sale of F-35 jets, Trump confirmed that Saudi Arabia would receive the same top-of-the-line jets as Israel, underscoring equal treatment in defense agreements.
On broader regional issues, the Crown Prince expressed Saudi Arabia's willingness to facilitate a deal between the US and Iran, believing it beneficial for regional stability. Trump confirmed ongoing dialogues with Iran, expressing openness to a potential deal.
In a response to a question about the September 11 attacks, Prince Mohammed conveyed empathy for the victims' families and stressed the need to focus on present realities. He acknowledged the role of Saudi individuals in the attacks, orchestrated by Osama bin Laden to harm US-Saudi relations.