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Trump Secures Gulf Investment, Lifts Syria Sanctions, and Advances Iran Nuclear Talks

President Trump’s Middle East tour concludes with $1 trillion in Gulf pledges, a Yemen ceasefire, and tentative progress on Iran negotiations, raising questions about ethics and alliances.

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U.S. President Donald Trump and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan speak during a welcome ceremony at Abu Dhabi International Airport, May 15, 2025 (AP photo by Altaf Qadri).

Overview

  • President Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE resulted in over $1 trillion in Gulf investment commitments to the U.S., including previously signed deals worth $600 billion.
  • Trump announced the lifting of 46-year-old U.S. sanctions on Syria, signaling a major policy reversal and a pivot toward economic engagement in the region.
  • In Doha, Trump claimed the U.S. is close to a nuclear deal with Iran, with Tehran tentatively agreeing to relinquish enriched uranium stockpiles under certain conditions.
  • A U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement with Yemen’s Houthi rebels, mediated by Oman, marks a notable step toward de-escalating the prolonged conflict.
  • The tour has drawn ethical scrutiny over alleged conflicts of interest, including reports of personal financial gains from Gulf states, such as a luxury jet from Qatar and business deals involving Trump family entities.