Jared Kushner, who has developed a close relationship with the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is allegedly urging Trump to proceed with caution on any measures that may be taken on the 'murdered' Saudi journalist.

Kushner told his father-in-law to move forward slowly and not be pressured into any quick decisions on the situation with regards to the possible murder of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a report suggests.

According to CNN, Kushner warned that a sudden withdrawal of support for Riyadh could have far reaching consequences, including with Iran, and added that the US has relationships with more ill-reputed countries.

The official speaking to CNN said that the New York Times' characterization of Kushner asking President Trump to stand by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was inaccurate and that instead, Kushner told Trump to give them time.