Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:03am on 29 Mar 2026,Sunday International
US President Donald Trump sparked controversy after claiming that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was “kissing my ass” during a speech at an investment forum in Florida. He suggested that Saudi Arabia and other Gulf nations were strongly aligned with Washington amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran. Trump portrayed Arab allies as key partners, contrasting them with NATO, which he criticised for not offering sufficient support. He also praised bin Salman as a strong leader despite the crude remark. The comments, made during heightened regional tensions, have drawn attention for their unusual tone in diplomatic discourse.
