Trump’s Gulf Tour and the Intersection of Regional and International Files

STRATEGIECS Team
May 12, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump departed for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on his first official foreign visit. His trip to the Gulf countries comes at a critical time in which the impact of regional changes intersects with the priorities of American policy. The visit highlights Gulf-American cooperation on vital issues such as Iranian policy, the Palestinian cause, and Arab-Israeli relations. Gulf countries are taking a leading role as key supporters of peace efforts, while Trump aims to focus on de-escalating conflicts and reducing the American military footprint in the region.