Middle East
Is the Saudi-UAE rivalry heading for more violence?
The Emiratis' desire to crush Islamists and dominate geopolitically at all costs, particularly in Yemen and Sudan, is clashing with old friends in Riyadh
January 09, 2026
mohammed bin salman
Middle East
Trump doesn't need to buy Saudi loyalty with a security pact
A deal carries many risks, and Riyadh's interests already largely align with Washington's
November 11, 2025
QiOSK
Saudi Arabia was the real winner at FIFA Club World Cup
Money has allowed the Kingdom to launder its image while positioning itself as the preeminent power broker for the world's most popular sport
July 15, 2025
Middle East
No Joke: US considering nuclear power for Saudi in grand bargain
Surprise — the Trump team's latest bid for Saudi-Israel normalization goes way too far and appears to be a one-way street.
April 21, 2025
Middle East
Deadbeats! Saudis won't pay $13.7M bill for US military fuel
DoD report shows increasing consternation over oil-rich Riyadh pleading ignorance over 7-year-old invoice
April 04, 2025
Middle East
Did Trump just crown Saudi with leadership of Gaza ‘day after’ plan?
His threats — bluff? — to clear out the Palestinian territory may have spurred the only realistic reconstruction plan in the offing
February 21, 2025
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