On cam: Trump, MBS seen looking at 'mystery' papers during meeting Saudi Arabia Salman
US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Al Saud were seen reviewing 'mystery' documents at the Royal Court in Riyadh. The documents were handed to Trump by the CEO of Diriyah Gate Development Authority, Jerry Inzerillo. However, there are no details about the documents given to Trump, Viory video news agency reported.
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Time of India
22 minutes ago
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Harvard urges US judge to unblock $2.5 billion in federal research funds, says national security, public health research in peril
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Time of India
22 minutes ago
- Time of India
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