Trump’s first extended overseas trip of his second term will see him talking to leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. He also plans to meet with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa.

President Donald Trump embarks Monday on the first major international trip of his second term – an opportunity to shore up relations with a trio of key Middle Eastern allies and prove his might as a dealmaker on the world stage.

The Houthis have agreed to stop attacking U.S. ships but plan to escalate against Israel, citing retaliation for the Gaza war.