Trump’s Negative Comments on MBS Draw International Reaction

WASHINGTON: (Web Desk)- US President Donald Trump has sparked global criticism after making controversial remarks about Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a speech at an investment forum in Miami.

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In his address, Trump used harsh and dismissive language while referring to the Saudi leader, suggesting that Mohammed bin Salman had underestimated him and believed he would perform like previous US presidents whom he described as weak.

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, is “kissing his ass” during a speech at an investment summit in Miami pic.twitter.com/V3uwkSd1nX

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Trump further claimed that the Saudi Crown Prince now needs to show him greater respect, adding that it would be better for him to speak accordingly.

The remarks have drawn widespread backlash internationally, with critics calling the comments inappropriate and potentially damaging to diplomatic relations between the United States and Saudi Arabia.