Donald Trump Hosts Saudi Defense Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman at the White House.

On July 3, 2025, President Trump hosted Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman at the White House. According to multiple sources (exclusively citing Fox News and others), the private discussions centered on:

De-escalating tensions with Iran, in the aftermath of the recent 12‑day conflict between Israel and Iran

Advancing broader Middle East peace efforts, including halting the Gaza war, securing hostage releases, and exploring normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel

Finalizing a comprehensive U.S.–Saudi defense and trade agreement, building upon earlier talks toward a “strategic economic partnership” initiated during Trump’s May visit to Riyadh

Following the meeting, Saudi’s foreign minister reportedly made direct contact with Iranian military leadership, while White House envoy Steve Witkoff is set to engage Iranian officials in Oslo as part of a revived nuclear negotiation push.