U.S. President Donald Trump arrives in Riyadh for official state visit

President Donald Trump walks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during an arrival ceremony at the Royal Terminal of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday.Alex Brandon/AP

RIYADH, May 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – U.S. President Donald J. Trump arrived in Riyadh on Tuesday morning, marking the start of his first major international trip during his second term in office.

Air Force One touched down at 9:49 a.m. local time at the Royal Terminal in Riyadh, where a formal welcome was held. Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud received President Trump on arrival, and the two leaders participated in a traditional Saudi coffee ceremony at the terminal before the president proceeded to his hotel.

The streets of the capital were adorned with Saudi and American flags, underscoring the symbolism of the state visit. A formation of Saudi Royal Air Force F-15 jets accompanied Air Force One during its descent, according to reports from the U.S. press pool and senior White House staff.

Later today, the Crown Prince will officially welcome President Trump during a state ceremony followed by bilateral meetings, a working lunch with CEOs, and the signing of agreements at the Royal Court.

The president is also scheduled to deliver remarks at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum and visit Dir’iyah, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of At-Turaif, ahead of a formal dinner with the Crown Prince.