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Trump's Middle East Tour Begins with Quirky McDonald's Welcome

5/13/2025

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Donald Trump's Middle East tour kicks off in Saudi Arabia, where he was welcomed by a mobile McDonald's, adding a quirky twist to his visit. Amidst the fast-food backdrop, he inked an economic agreement with the Saudi Crown Prince, with tech mogul Elon Musk by his side. Next stops: Qatar and the UAE, where the reception remains a mystery.

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Donald Trump's Middle East tour kicks off in Saudi Arabia, where he was welcomed by a mobile McDonald's, adding a quirky twist to his visit. Amidst the fast-food backdrop, he inked an economic agreement with the Saudi Crown Prince, with tech mogul Elon Musk by his side. Next stops: Qatar and the UAE, where the reception remains a mystery.