Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia — after Air Force One receives fighter-jet escort
Journalists aboard the presidential aircraft reported that six F-15s cruised 'in close proximity' — three on either side — for the final half hour of the flight.
3 Saudi Air Force F-15 warplanes escort Air Force One carrying President Donald Trump as it arrives in Saudi Arabia, Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
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3 President Donald Trump arrives at Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Air Force One on May 13, 2025.
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Trump's deputy chief of staff Dan Scavino tweeted footage of the unusual escort while still in the air.
'Thank you for the escort, and having President Trump's back—We all appreciate it. See you on the ground shortly, THANK YOU!!!' he wrote on X.
Trump is expected to meet with Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman before addressing an investor forum with tech bigwigs and participating in a state dinner Tuesday night.
3 Air Force One carrying President Trump flies, as it approaches to land, at Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on May 13, 2025
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His three-nation tour of the Mideast — also including Qatar and the UAE — is expected to focus on drumming up investments for the US.
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