Open ties between the two nations are in everyone’s interest, but it will take serious intent and deft maneuvering from America to get there. Is the administration up to it?
Saudis are joining the labor force, women are driving, and the taboo on Israel has practically vanished. America can support this shift—so why isn’t it?
The analyst joins us to talk about his essay explaining why President Biden seeks to downgrade allies and elevate adversaries in the Middle East.
The editor of Al Arabiya’s English edition joins us to talk about where the real rifts in the Middle East are, and to share what Saudis think about the Iran deal.
The foreign-policy expert joins us to talk about the odds of a deal between the two nations, and how the incoming American administration plays in their thinking.
There’s talk of the new American administration moving closer to Iran. Could a Saudi step toward peace with Israel protect Riyadh from the troubles that might ensue?
Missed opportunities.
The bitter fruit of the Iran deal, harvested by China.
A predictable side effect of the Iran deal.
For security against Iran, and for their relationship with the U.S.
Over a dozen Muslim-majority countries have publicly defended Beijing to the UN.
Meet Mohammad al-Issa.
Riyadh’s Frankenstein monster lives on.
Why would Riyadh want to undermine the security of a reliable ally?