Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Trump Welcomes Saudi Crown Prince; Musk, Ronaldo Attend
The Saudi Crown Prince, who was once considered a 'pariah' by the US, visited the White House and made deals with President Trump.
Elon Musk and Cristiano Ronaldo, who had public disagreements with Trump earlier, also attended the dinner, suggesting a possible patch-up in their relationships with the Trump administration.
Trump also named Saudi Arabia a major non-NATO ally, strengthening their military ties.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) visited the White House, marking a significant shift in US-Saudi relations
MBS secured a commitment from President Trump for F-35 stealth fighters and potential access to advanced American chips
Elon Musk and Cristiano Ronaldo attended the White House dinner hosted by Trump for MBS, their first public appearances there since their respective feuds with Trump began
MBS's visit was seen as a successful 'comeback' after being effectively banished from Washington following the murder of Jamal Khashoggi
Trump named Saudi Arabia a major non-NATO ally, offering certain defense and security cooperation advantages
- Who
- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Cristiano Ronaldo
- What
- MBS visited the White House and made deals with Trump; Musk and Ronaldo attended the dinner
- When
- November 19, 2025
- Where
- The White House, Washington D.C.
- Why
- To reset US-Saudi relations (MBS); To attend a dinner hosted by Trump for MBS (Musk, Ronaldo)
Critics of Saudi Arabia and Trump's Policies
Supporters of Improved US-Saudi Relations and Trump's Approach
Saudi Arabia's Human Rights Record
Critics of Saudi Arabia and Trump's Policies
Critics argue that the US should not be strengthening ties with Saudi Arabia due to its poor human rights record and lack of progress on reforms
Supporters of Improved US-Saudi Relations and Trump's Approach
Supporters believe that engaging with Saudi Arabia is the best way to encourage reform and maintain regional stability
Trump's Approach to Foreign Policy
Critics of Saudi Arabia and Trump's Policies
Critics argue that Trump's transactional approach to foreign policy prioritizes short-term gains over long-term strategic interests
Supporters of Improved US-Saudi Relations and Trump's Approach
Supporters believe that Trump's approach has led to improved relations with key allies and better deals for the US
- Event
- White House Dinner hosted by President Trump for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
- Attendees
- President Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Elon Musk, Cristiano Ronaldo, Gianni Infantino, Howard Lutnick, Kimberly Guilfoyle
- Deals Secured by MBS
- F-35 stealth fighters, potential access to advanced American chips, nuclear deal discussion
- Musk's and Ronaldo's Last White House Appearances
- September 2025 (Musk), Never (Ronaldo)
Sources
Elon Musk Spotted At White House In First Appearance Since Feud With Trump | Video
Elon Musk attends Trump’s dinner with Saudi crown prince
Elon Musk Joins Trump For Dinner With Saudi Prince Amid Signs Of Patch-Up
Once a Pariah, Saudi Prince resets US relations on his own terms
Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo Joins Dinner Hosted By US President Donald Trump Amid Saudi Crown Prince’s Visit
From Cristiano Ronaldo to Elon Musk & Tim Cook - Here's who attended Donald Trump's dinner with Saudi crown prince
Trump Designates Saudi Arabia Major Non-NATO Ally Amid Crown Prince's Visit
Ronaldo makes rare USA visit as he joins Saudi crown prince at White House dinner: ‘my son is a big fan’
What Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Said On Osama And 9/11: 'Bin Laden Wanted...'
Saudi Arabia gets major non-NATO ally status as Trump deepens defense ties
‘Trillion dollars in 1 pic’: Ronaldo’s ‘Oscar selfie’ moment at White House with Musk, Lutnick, FIFA prez
Trump pats Musk while entering White House for dinner with MBS: Is the bromance back? — WATCH
Trump hosts White House dinner for Saudi crown prince as Musk and Ronaldo headline guest list
Saudi crown prince heads to a friendlier US Congress
Slight pat, approving nod: Trump greeting Elon Musk at White House dinner grabs eyeballs - Viral video
Trump puts on ‘unbelievable show’ for Saudi crown prince
Elon Musk's 'Thank You' Note To Trump After "You Are So Lucky" Reminder
