Trump Designates Saudi Arabia as Major Non-NATO Ally During Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's White House Visit

Nov 19, 2025 12:10 pm CST

President Donald Trump has formally designated Saudi Arabia as a major non-NATO ally during a White House gala dinner hosting Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, elevating US-Saudi military cooperation to a status shared by only 19 other nations worldwide. This significant diplomatic announcement strengthens the strategic partnership between the United States and Saudi Arabia.