Trump lands in Saudi Arabia for Gulf tour

Air Force One touched down at 2:49 am. ET (9:49 a.m. local time), where Trump received a ceremonial welcome at the Royal Terminal. A royal purple carpet was laid out for his arrival, and he was greeted by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The two leaders participated in a traditional coffee ceremony inside the terminal before the president departed for his hotel.

The visit has been marked by high-level pageantry, with Riyadh’s streets lined with American and Saudi flags along the route from the airport. In a display of diplomatic flair, Saudi F-15 fighter jets escorted Air Force One as it approached the city — a detail highlighted by Trump’s deputy chief of staff Dan Scavino and reporters traveling with the delegation.

Trump's schedule for Tuesday includes a formal welcoming ceremony with the crown prince, a meeting of U.S. and Saudi delegations, a business lunch with corporate leaders, bilateral discussions, and a signing ceremony at the Royal Court.

He is also set to speak at a U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum, tour the historic Dir’iyah and At-Turaif UNESCO World Heritage sites, and conclude the day with a state dinner hosted by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, reports UNB.