Biden Fist Bumps With Saudi Leader Accused of Ordering Khashoggi Hit

AFTER ALL THAT?

After much speculation, the president greeted Mohammad bin Salman with a hearty fist bump Friday.

Breaking News Intern

Published Jul. 15 2022 1:00PM EDT

biden_and_bin_salam_mddjlp — BANDAR ALGALOUD/REUTERS

After President Joe Biden shook hands with some Israeli leaders and not others Wednesday—sending mixed messages about White House measures to minimize contact amid a COVID surge—the president bumped fists with Saudi Arabia’s crown prince when they met at Al Salam Royal Palace in Jeddah Friday morning.

Emily Hernandez

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Biden Fist Bumps With Saudi Leader Accused of Ordering Khashoggi Hit

After much speculation, the president greeted Mohammad bin Salman with a hearty fist bump Friday.

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Emily Hernandez