For Saudi Arabia, Iran Looms, Israel Beckons and the Taliban Cause Goosebumps
The US debacle in Afghanistan has raised a number of questions for Saudi Arabia.
The US debacle in Afghanistan has raised a number of questions for Saudi Arabia.
In Saudi Arabia, social and economic change is a delicate balancing act.
Saudi Arabia steps up its efforts to replace the UAE and Qatar as the go-to hub in the Middle East.
Mohammed bin Salman is unlikely to take responsibility for his actions. Instead, he will play for time and hope that Trump or one of his lackeys returns in 2025.
Sudan got caught up in the rivalries between Gulf countries. At a time of economic crisis, the survival of its new transitional government depends on outside support.
How can anyone continue to believe that the Saudi crown prince may serve as a role model?
There is no reason to believe that the withdrawal of the US Patriot system from Saudi Arabia is a sign of strained relations.
The real hope for a genuine ceasefire in Yemen ironically may be the horrifying prospect of the deadly coronavirus appearing in a country devastated by war, cholera, food insecurity and attendant misery.
The shadow of murdered Jamal Khashoggi has caused a slight but equally sinister change in Saudi repression.
The murder of Jamal Khashoggi is a symptom of declining press freedom and rising crimes against journalists. Atul Singh explains in this 360° context article.
CBS makes a show of challenging Mohammed bin Salman on the question of responsibility but ultimately demonstrates that both are happy to avoid serious probing.
The male guardianship system is extremely repressive, treating adult women as minors under the legal control of their guardians.
