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Trump: Nobody Will Be Able to Break Relationship with Saudi Arabia

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and US President Donald Trump attend the Keynote Address at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 13 May 2025. (EPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and US President Donald Trump attend the Keynote Address at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 13 May 2025. (EPA)
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Trump: Nobody Will Be Able to Break Relationship with Saudi Arabia

Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and US President Donald Trump attend the Keynote Address at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 13 May 2025. (EPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and US President Donald Trump attend the Keynote Address at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 13 May 2025. (EPA)

US President Donald Trump underscored on Wednesday his “very strong” relationship with the Saudi leadership.

Speaking from Doha, he said: “Our relationship now is very strong with Saudi Arabia. Nobody is going to be bothering that relationship.”

“Nobody will be able to break that relationship because of my relationship with the crown prince and the family. The relationship is really strong,” he added.

Trump concluded on Thursday a “historic” visit to the Middle East that he had kicked off in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.

He met with Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, on Tuesday and they both oversaw the signing of numerous agreements between their countries.

They also took part in the Saudi-US Investment Forum during which Trump hailed the Crown Prince as “very wise”, expressing his admiration for him. “I really believe we like each other a lot,” he added.

He also praised the Crown Prince for his hard work in transforming Saudi Arabia into a global power, joking: “Do you sleep at night? How do you sleep?” Crown Prince Mohammed, who was seated across from him the front row, could be seen replying: “I try”.

Trump touted what he described as a “golden age” in the relationship between their countries.

Earlier on Tuesday, Crown Prince Mohammed and Trump signed an economic strategic partnership agreement and oversaw the signing of several agreements covering energy, defense and technology.

On Wednesday, they chaired the Gulf Cooperation Council-US Summit in Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia was Trump’s first overseas visit since his reelection. He also chose the Kingdom as his first foreign visit during his first term in office.

Saudi political analyst Mubarak al-Ati told Asharq Al-Awsat that Trump’s remarks underscore Saudi-US ties that date back 92 years.

They also underline the personal relationship with Crown Prince Mohammed, who managed to forge them from strength and mutual trust, he added.

Trump’s remarks stem from the faith in Saudi Arabia in various fields, he added.

So, the American administration is keen on preserving interests and benefits with the Kingdom, he went on to say.

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Saudi Arabia Says Drone Interception Leaves Two Injured Near Riyadh

Saudi defenses intercepted a drone in the Al-Kharj province. (Saudi Defense Ministry)
Saudi defenses intercepted a drone in the Al-Kharj province. (Saudi Defense Ministry)
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Saudi Arabia Says Drone Interception Leaves Two Injured Near Riyadh

Saudi defenses intercepted a drone in the Al-Kharj province. (Saudi Defense Ministry)
Saudi defenses intercepted a drone in the Al-Kharj province. (Saudi Defense Ministry)

A drone interception left two people injured in a Saudi region southeast of the capital Riyadh, the country's civil defense said Tuesday.

"Falling debris from the interception of a drone in Al-Kharj province caused two minor injuries and limited material damage to three homes and several vehicles," said a statement carried by the official Saudi Press Agency.

Al-Kharj province is home to Prince Sultan air base.

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Bahrain Says it Busts a 'Hezbollah Terrorist Cell'

The three detainees have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (BNA)
The three detainees have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (BNA)
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Bahrain Says it Busts a 'Hezbollah Terrorist Cell'

The three detainees have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (BNA)
The three detainees have been referred to the Public Prosecution. (BNA)

Bahrain announced on Monday the arrest of three people “for forming a cell affiliated with the Lebanese terrorist Hezbollah group,” saying the necessary legal procedures had been completed and that the detainees had been referred to the Public Prosecution.

In a statement, the Interior Ministry said the suspects “coordinated with terrorist elements abroad and sought to engage in espionage with them with the intent to undermine the sovereignty of the state, spread fear and panic among citizens and residents, and endanger the security and safety of the country.”

The suspects were identified as Ahmed Ahmed Hussain Madan, 24, Hassan Abdulameer Ashoor, 22, and Muntadhar Abdulmohsen Ali Madan, 29, reported Bahrain’s state news agency BNA.

They revealed that “during their travel to Lebanon, they received weapons training after meeting with members of the Lebanese Hezbollah terrorist organization.”

They also sent images and information about the repercussions of the Iranian attacks against Bahrain and collected funds under the guise of charitable work, transferring them to support Hezbollah activities in preparation for being tasked by its leaders with carrying out terrorist plots and acts in Bahrain, said the statement.

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Saudi Foreign Minister Receives Canadian Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. (SPA)
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Saudi Foreign Minister Receives Canadian Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Monday in Riyadh Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The foreign ministers affirmed the positive and growing momentum of bilateral relations spanning more than 50 years, based on shared interests in advancing and diversifying economic growth, enhancing regional and international security, and promoting global peace.

They highlighted the level of bilateral trade, noting that trade volume between the two countries exceeded SAR12 billion in 2024, and welcomed the establishment of the Saudi-Canadian Business Council and its role in strengthening economic cooperation.

They noted progress in ongoing negotiations on an agreement to promote and protect foreign investment between the two countries.

The two ministers welcomed the convening of the second Saudi-Canadian Educational Partnership Forum, held on March 30.

They discussed ways to enhance and develop relations across all fields including trade, investment, space, artificial intelligence, mining, tourism, education, and pharmaceuticals, and they agreed on the importance of deepening bilateral relations and strengthening the comprehensive partnership between the two countries.

The foreign ministers exchanged views on regional challenges, condemning Iran’s destabilizing behavior in the region, including its attacks on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, which threaten regional and international security.

They called on Iran to immediately cease its attacks and respect international law, international humanitarian law, and the principles of good neighborliness.

They stressed the need for Iran to comply with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026) and to stop supporting, financing, and arming affiliated militias in Arab countries, which undermine regional and international peace and security.

Minister Anand expressed her country’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia and appreciation for the Kingdom’s assistance in facilitating the repatriation of Canadian citizens.

She also reaffirmed Canada’s readiness to work closely with the Kingdom to enhance regional stability and protect civilians amid the ongoing conflict affecting the Gulf and the Middle East.

Both ministers agreed on the importance of concerted international efforts to de-escalate tensions, enhance maritime and energy security, and protect critical infrastructure.

Minister Anand expressed her appreciation and thanks for the warm welcome and hospitality, reaffirming her country’s commitment to strengthening a forward-looking strategic partnership with the Kingdom.