A video clip of several young Emirati girls performing the traditional hair-flip dance called as Khaleeji for United States (US) President Donald Trump in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), has gone viral on social media, capturing global attention and sparking a wave of online reactions.
The performance took place at the presidential palace, Qasr Al Watan, as part of an elaborate cultural welcome during Trump’s three-country tour of the Gulf region.
In the widely shared video, two rows of girls in white gowns can be seen rhythmically tossing their hair — a signature element of the Gulf folk dance — as Trump walks alongside UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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The welcome ceremony in UAE continues! 🇺🇸🇦🇪 pic.twitter.com/sXqS1IboMN
— Margo Martin (@MargoMartin47) May 15, 2025