The Saudi royal, who vows to modernise his country, has faced accusations of human rights violations.

Hanan Elatr, the widow of the journalist murdered in a Saudi consulate, came to the US in August 2020.

The trip, not yet confirmed, would be his first since the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Mohammed bin Salman now has immunity against a lawsuit due to his new role as prime minister.

Mohammed bin Salman was personally involved in a prisoner release, the Saudi foreign minister says.

Human rights groups had criticised the decision to invite Mohammed Bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler.

Human rights campaigners say it is a stain on Queen Elizabeth II's memory.

The fiancée of murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi says she is outraged by the talks.