Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Understanding Trump's F-35 Deal with Saudi Arabia: Process, Challenges, and Regional Implications
Nov 20, 2025 04:19 pm CST
President Trump has approved the sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia as part of a potential $142 billion military equipment package, but the actual delivery faces a complex approval process, congressional scrutiny, and regional security considerations including Israel's military advantage. Despite Trump's suggestion of a 24-hour approval timeline, the comprehensive foreign military sales procedure typically takes years to complete, involving multiple government entities and careful diplomatic balancing.
US and Saudi Arabia Finalize Historic Nuclear Deal and F-35 Jets Agreement
Nov 19, 2025 07:28 am CST
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed landmark agreements on civil nuclear energy cooperation and approved the sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Washington. The nuclear deal establishes a multi-billion-dollar partnership while maintaining nonproliferation standards, as President Trump approves a major defense package enhancing Saudi military capabilities.
Trump Threatens to Revoke ABC News License Following Questions About Epstein and Saudi Business Dealings
Nov 19, 2025 05:25 am CST
During a high-profile White House meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, President Donald Trump threatened ABC News' broadcasting license after reporter Mary Bruce asked questions about the Trump Organization's Middle East business dealings and Jeffrey Epstein connections. Trump vehemently denied any association with Epstein, calling the scandal a "hoax" and labeled ABC as "fake news," urging the US broadcast regulator to take action against the network.
Saudi Women Practice Belly Dancing in Secret: Navigating Cultural Taboos in a Changing Kingdom
Nov 10, 2025 04:47 pm CST
In Saudi Arabia's changing social landscape, women are secretly embracing belly dancing classes despite persistent cultural taboos. This article explores how these hidden fitness sessions represent both the kingdom's evolving attitudes toward women's activities and the enduring conservative traditions that participants must navigate, highlighting the delicate balance between self-expression and cultural expectations in contemporary Saudi society.
Saudi Arabia Appoints 90-Year-Old Conservative Cleric as Grand Mufti Amid Ongoing Social Reforms
Oct 23, 2025 09:20 pm CST
Saudi Arabia has appointed Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan, a 90-year-old conservative cleric with controversial views, as its new Grand Mufti. This traditional religious appointment comes despite Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's ongoing social reforms that have modernized the kingdom, highlighting the delicate balance between religious tradition and progressive change in the birthplace of Islam.
Saudi Arabia Abolishes Kafala Labour System: Impact on 2.3 Million Indian Workers
Oct 22, 2025 08:28 pm CST
Saudi Arabia has officially ended the controversial kafala labour sponsorship system, often described as 'modern-day slavery,' which affected 2.3 million Indians. This significant reform, part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 initiative, liberates approximately 13 million foreign workers from a system that granted employers extraordinary control over workers' lives, including their ability to change jobs or leave the country.
Trump Organization Partners with Dar Global for $1 Billion Mixed-Use Project in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah
Sep 30, 2025 03:00 am CST
The Trump Organization has signed a $1 billion deal with Dar Global to develop Trump Plaza in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, featuring residences and office spaces around a Central Park-inspired green area. This follows President Trump's recent Gulf tour and strategic economic partnership with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, highlighting expanding Trump business interests across the Gulf region while maintaining political ties with Saudi leadership.
PM Modi Expresses Condolences On Death Of Saudi Arabia's Grand Mufti
Sep 24, 2025 01:17 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his heartfelt condolences on the passing away of Saudi Arabia's Grand Mufti, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Al-Sheikh, describing it as a profound loss to the Kingdom.