Trump Lands in Saudi Arabia, Begins High-Stakes Middle East Tour

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia—President Donald Trump arrived in Riyadh on Tuesday, kicking off the first major overseas trip of his second term. The White House has described the visit as the president’s “historic return to the Middle East,” with stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from May 13 to May 16. As in his first term, Trump has chosen Saudi Arabia for his first state visit, signaling the strategic importance he places on ties with Gulf nations. His visit comes amid regional tensions and significant global developments, including the conflict between Israel and the Hamas terrorist group, recent tensions between India and Pakistan, and potential Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul that could alter his itinerary....