Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized President Donald Trump for supporting the Saudi Crown Prince in connection with the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Trump had a friendly meeting with Mohammed Bin Salman despite the CIA linking him to Khashoggi’s brutal killing.
During Salman’s visit to the White House, Trump defended Salman, claiming he had no knowledge of the murder, stating, “Things happen.” Pence, speaking at Chatham House in London, disagreed with Trump’s stance, emphasizing that he would not have made the same statement. He highlighted the significance of the US-Saudi relationship while expressing his disagreement with Trump’s approach to the matter.
Khashoggi, who was murdered in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in 2018, was believed to have been killed and dismembered. Turkish authorities discovered evidence of the crime, indicating Saudi Arabia’s involvement in the “premeditated extrajudicial execution” of Khashoggi, according to the UN.
Meanwhile, Trump’s controversial response to the murder and his warm reception of Salman have drawn international attention. To stay updated on US politics, join the Mirror’s US Politics WhatsApp community for the latest news and exclusive updates directly on your phone. Simply click the link to join and receive breaking news alerts.
In response to questions about the murder, Trump rebuked reporters and threatened to revoke a broadcaster’s license. Salman acknowledged the mistake of Khashoggi’s murder and stated that Saudi Arabia was taking steps to prevent a recurrence.
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