Overview

• President Trump announced a $42 billion defense agreement with Qatar, including purchases of Boeing aircraft, MQ-9 drones, and other military hardware.
• Speaking at Al Udeid Air Base, Trump pledged significant pay raises for U.S. service members in his proposed 2026 budget.
• Trump revealed plans for advanced U.S. fighter jets, including the sixth-generation F-47 and a proposed twin-engine F-55, though details remain limited.
• He criticized President Biden’s withdrawal from Afghanistan, highlighting the deaths of 13 U.S. troops during the Kabul evacuation.
• Trump emphasized strengthening U.S.–Qatar relations, describing them as the strongest they have ever been and reiterating America’s commitment to Qatar’s security.