Middle East Delayed war powers vote risks further suffering in Yemen After White House pressure, Sen. Bernie Sanders withdrew his resolution aimed at ending US complicity in the Saudi-led conflict.Annelle ShelineDecember 15, 2022
Middle East Biden blesses MBS immunity for Khashoggi murder If these are the 'consequences' for Saudi Arabia's OPEC slight, it's hard to see what an actual punishment might be.Annelle ShelineNovember 19, 2022
Middle East Five ways Biden can 're-evaluate' the Saudi relationship now Failure to respond to the Kingdom's slights would reinforce the perception that Washington is a mere oil dependent, susceptible to demands.Annelle ShelineOctober 12, 2022
Middle East Breaking: Yemen ceasefire extended after today's expiration Both sides have up held parts of the bargain but the reprieve in violence is fragile. Washington cannot ignore its own role moving forward.Annelle ShelineJune 02, 2022
Middle East Emir's funeral becomes Biden's hoped-for reset with UAE The high level delegation sent to Abu Dhabi in the wake of Sheikh Khalifa's death shows where the administration's priorities are.Annelle ShelineMay 17, 2022