President Trump has declared Saudi Arabia as a major non-NATO ally during a visit to the White House by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The announcement came as the two leaders discussed strengthening ties between the United States and the kingdom.

During a dinner at the White House, President Trump also took the opportunity to praise soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo, who was in attendance at the event. The President commended Ronaldo for his athletic accomplishments and his commitment to charity work.

The visit by the Saudi Crown Prince comes amid growing tensions in the Middle East and concerns over human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia. President Trump's decision to designate Saudi Arabia as a major non-NATO ally is seen as a move to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries.

The designation allows for closer military cooperation and the sharing of intelligence between the United States and Saudi Arabia. It also underscores the importance of the relationship between the two countries in addressing regional security challenges.