Weeks after the Middle East seemed on the verge of war, Saudi Arabia and Iran are seeking ways to ease tensions. A warming relationship could have far-reaching consequences.
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One Year On, Shadow of Khashoggi’s Killing Stalks Saudi Prince
Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia is trying to regain his international footing after the killing of Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul.
Saudi Arabia Plans to Let More Foreign Tourists Have Visas
The notoriously repressive kingdom will announce a new program as it tries to diversify its economy away from dependence on oil.
On Khashoggi Killing and Yemen, Saudis Cannot Avoid Fresh Scrutiny
Saudi Arabia failed to stop an inquiry on atrocities in Yemen, and a documentary quotes Prince Mohammed bin Salman saying he has “all the responsibility” for the death of Jamal Khashoggi.
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.
Pompeo Calls Attacks on Saudi Arabia ‘Act of War’ as Trump Tightens Iran Sanctions
The secretary of state’s words were the strongest so far from any American official regarding the attack on Saudi oil facilities last weekend.
That ‘Secret’ Saudi Trial in the Khashoggi Case? Read All About It in a Turkish Paper
As the anniversary of the killing of the Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Istanbul nears, Turkey is twisting the knife against Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Creates New Ministry, Reducing Role of Energy Minister
Saudi Arabia split industry and mining resources from the energy ministry, diminishing the sprawling authority of the energy minister, Khalid al-Falih.
Sudan Court Formally Indicts Al-Bashir on Corruption Charges
Former President Omar al-Bashir, questioned in court for the first time, said he had received tens of millions of dollars from the Saudi crown prince.
Al-Bashir Trial in Sudan Opens with Claim of $90 Million Payment From Saudis
A senior police officer said that the country’s deposed leader had admitted to receiving the money.