Why Trump is focusing on business deals on his Middle East trip

President Trump's first foreign trip marks his renewed focus on business deals in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE during his second term as he grapples with elusive Middle East goals like ending the Gaza war and normalizing relations with Israel. Despite these significant policy aspirations being out of reach due to ongoing conflicts and regional challenges, Trump aims to highlight economic partnerships through investments totaling billions, including $600 billion from Saudi Arabia over four years and $1.4 trillion from the UAE in ten years. These deals are key to showcasing his ability and winning favor among Gulf leaders despite his broader policy goals remaining unfulfilled.