Why Are We Still Arming Saudi Arabia?
If there are to be any meaningful consequences for Saudi actions, Congress will have to step in.
Will Biden and MBS Bury the Hatchet?
The main problem with Washington's relations with Riyadh isn't the fact that the U.S. is engaging with the kingdom—it's that Washington too often makes the mistake of equating U.S. interests with Saudi interests.
Spotlight Still on Saudi Arabia 20 Years After 9/11
But let's face it: two decades after 9/11, Saudi Arabia's political leadership has a long way to go in cracking down on the sources of terrorism funding.
Sports Should Stay Away from Saudi Arabia
The dystopian disconnect between cheering crowds at sporting events and the behind-the-scenes beatings or rape of unjustly incarcerated political prisoners has not gone unnoticed.
In Yemen 'Diplomacy is Back.' What Next?
It is time for the Yemeni political elites to take responsibility, stop relying on and blaming the same foreigners for all their ills.
Saudi Arabia Shouldn't Drive U.S. Policy on Iran
U.S. interests diverge from those of the Gulf states and deescalating tensions with Iran should be the primary objective.
Golfer—and UNICEF USA Supporter—Does U-turn on Playing in Saudi Arabia
Along with China and Russia, Saudi Arabia has an appalling human rights record and to deny this does Paul Casey no credit.
America Looks Away From the Suffering in Yemen—Until Oil is At Stake
What's the difference between 10,000 people being killed in air strikes, and a bunch of missiles taking out an oil processing facility for a few days? Money.
Trump Will Sell Weapons to Saudi Arabia Whether Congress Likes It or Not
Senator Bob Menendez said he was "disappointed, but not surprised, that the Trump administration has failed once again to prioritize our long-term national security interests or stand up for human rights."
Senator Murphy: Trump's Iran War Would Be 'Only Thing People Care About'
Senator Chris Murphy told Newsweek that "the intelligence does not say Iran is taking action unilaterally without regard to previous American decisions."
U.S. and Iran Respond to Attack That Raises Fears of Conflict
U.K. Foreign Minister Jeremy Hunt told reporters that "we are very worried about the risk of a conflict happening by accident, with an escalation that is unintended, really on either side."
U.S. to Leave Arms Treaty It Wasn't Following Anyway
President Donald Trump was set to leave the Arms Trade Treaty, but the U.S. has reportedly acted above international law for years in murky weapons sales around the world.
Can Iraq Bring Iran and Saudi Arabia Together?
Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria and Turkey were set to meet in what would be a rare display of unity at a time when conflicts, competing interests and foreign influence had left it deeply divided.
U.S. and Russia Back Separate Nuclear Plans on Red Sea
Russia has expanded its reach in Africa with a new nuclear deal in Ethiopia and sought further plans with Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
These Countries Are Buying Russian Weapon Angering U.S.
Turkey said its purchase of the S-400 defense system was "a done deal" as China and India also signed purchase agreements. Saudi Arabia and Qatar were among those looking to buy it as well.
Bannon Accused of Discussing Nuclear Tech Over Email
A letter from the House oversight committee's chairman alleges that Trump administration staff used personal email to discuss transferring sensitive nuclear technology to the Saudis.
Maxine Waters Launches Twitter Tirade on Donald Trump
"Support impeachment!" the Californian Democrat tweeted.
Syria Eyes Return to Arab World Stage but U.S. Resists
Arab states are rehabilitating their ties with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, but the United States is trying to stop them, pressuring allies like Saudi Arabia to stand against him.
Iran Begins War Game to Show Off New Submarine Missiles
The drills were designed "to protect the territorial waters of our country, maintain lines of communication and promote the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran."
Iran: 'No Trace' of Saudi Royal Family by 2030
As Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited Pakistan, a senior Iranian military leader cautioned Islamabad against trusting the Saudis.
Senator Says Trump "Violated Law" in Defense of Saudi
President Donald Trump ignored a deadline to provide more answers on the Saudi crown prince's alleged role in the killing of Jamal Khashoggi. Now senators are coming after him.
One Woman's Journey Inside Saudi Arabia
Melissa Biggs Bradley has done what not many American women have done before: braved Saudi Arabia as a tourist.
Saudi Prince Wanted to Use 'Bullet' on Khashoggi—Report
Riyadh denies the crown prince played any role in the killing of the journalist.
Trump's Middle East Policy: Immoral and Out of Date
Trump's uncritical support for autocrats relies on the U.S. remaining the sole superpower in the region. But both their regime and America's global standing are more fragile than they appear.
Lindsey Graham Says Saudi Prince Must Be 'Dealt With'
Washington has sanctioned 17 Saudi officials for their alleged role in the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Saudi Teen Who Fled to Canada Given Bodyguard
Rahaf Mohammed's fears come in the wake of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi's death at the hands of Riyadh's agents in Istanbul.
Mecca's Grand Mosque Under Attack by Locust Swarm
An estimated 30,000 black grasshoppers descended upon the Great Mosque in Saudi Arabia's sacred city of Mecca.
Russia Tells U.S. Not to Interfere in Saudi Arabia
Moscow believes the 33-year-old prince should succeed his father as king of Saudi Arabia.
Trump Says Saudi Arabia, Not U.S., Will Rebuild Syria
The president offered his "Thanks to Saudi A!" for agreeing to rebuild Syria, but the details of the arrangement were not made clear.
Corker Says MBS Must Be Held to Account
"We've got a crown prince that's out of control," the Tennessee senator told NBC.