More than six weeks after Saudi Arabia reported its first case, the coronavirus is striking at the heart of the kingdom’s sprawling royal family.
Author: DAVID D. KIRKPATRICK and BEN HUBBARD
Roundup of Saudi Royals Expands With Detention of a 4th Prince
The arrests have raised questions about whether the crown prince was on the verge of taking full power from his father, King Salman.
Saudi Arabia: Three Members of Royal Family Are Arrested
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has detained a brother of the king, a former crown prince and a cousin, royals who may have been seen as threats to his rule.
Attack on Saudi Oil Facilities Tests U.S. Guarantee to Defend Gulf
The American hesitation to take military action may signal a weakening of its commitment to protect the Arab Persian Gulf and could embolden Iran.
The Invisible American in a Saudi Prison Cell
The Trump administration vigorously demanded the release of some Americans held prisoner in foreign jails. It has not spoken out publicly about Dr. Walid Fitaihi.