Trump has also brokered ties with LIV Golf, the Saudi-backed golf league launched to rival the PGA. His U.S. golf courses have hosted several LIV golf tournaments, and earlier this year, Trump attended a Liv Golf dinner at his Doral property in Miami.

Senior White House official says US president 'has been hyping up the pressure' on Riyadh to join Abraham Accords; analysts say lack of progress won't hinder Saudi business deals

Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman will visit Trump in Washington on November 18 for their first direct talks since the Gaza ceasefire. The meeting is expected to center on defense, nuclear power, technology,