Washington Politics
He lobbied for Saudis after 9/11. Now he's repping them on Yemen
DC-based Michael Petruzzello has worked for years to promote Riyadh's interests, even when no one else wanted to
September 28, 2026
saudi arabia
Middle East
Does Mecca Pact demand Pakistan enter Yemen conflict?
Islamabad's response need not be a binary choice between intervention and non-intervention
September 21, 2026
Middle East
The Houthis could tip the Iran war in Tehran's favor
Rapid changes on the ground in Yemen are a serious setback for Washington's military effort
September 18, 2026
Middle East
How Saudi Arabia's anti-Houthi strategy crashed and burned
Eleven years after intervening in Yemen's war, Riyadh may be forced to negotiate with Ansar Allah on the group's terms
September 17, 2026
Middle East
With Mideast on fire, oil prices are poised to explode
Damage to a crucial Saudi pipeline has forced Riyadh to delay shipments to Europe, possibly into November
September 17, 2026
QiOSK
As US stockpiles dwindle, Trump rushes weapons to Israel, Saudi
Deals will reportedly include 2,000-pound bombs for both Riyadh and Tel Aviv
September 15, 2026
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