Trump’s Gulf trip will bring fanfare and mega deals – but meaningful regional progress looks uncertain 

Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE will seek to deepen ties with Washington – but tariffs and oil prices worry Gulf states, as does continuing violence in Gaza.

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12 May 2025
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