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Trump's delicate visit to Saudi Arabia: peace or weapons?
US President Trump will travel to Saudi Arabia on May 13, 2025 to negotiate weapons, nuclear technology and peace talks with Israel.
Trump's delicate visit to Saudi Arabia: peace or weapons?
US President Donald Trump began a trip to the Gulf region on Friday, May 13, 2025. The aim of his trip is to deepen relations with Saudi Arabia. Loud Deutschlandfunk Trump will address a variety of issues during his stay in Saudi Arabia, including the acquisition of advanced weapons and access to civilian nuclear technology.
Additionally, Trump plans to push for a peace agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia. Before the Hamas attack in October 2023, an agreement was within reach. But now Trump sees the situation as more complicated, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu showing no interest in negotiating with the Palestinians. This could influence Trump's decision not to visit Israel during his trip.
Peace negotiations and nuclear technology
Saudi Arabia is a key U.S. partner nation and has historically sought outreach to China, particularly after the country's isolation by the U.S. following the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2019. Given the geopolitical shifts, an agreement on a civilian nuclear program and advanced security technologies could help Saudi Arabia take a stronger position in the Middle East.
Investments and economic goals
Another focus of Trump's visit will be targeting Saudi investors as he seeks up to $1 trillion in investments in the United States. However, economist Tim Callen expresses doubts that these generous commitments can actually be implemented.
The political landscape in the Middle East remains tense, especially as the war in the Gaza Strip continues. While the US government is optimistic, the reality for the Palestinians and the conflict in the region remains bleak. The Palestinian state remains a long way off and there is no prospect of a solution to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The situation is also complicated by the attitude of the Arab states, as the Arab League has made little progress in pacifying the conflict. The political leadership in many Arab countries often has little in common with the Hamas group, although popular opinion differs. The pressure on Netanyahu is growing, especially in view of a looming arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court.