Saudi Prince Mohammad Misreads the Tea Leaves in Washington
The Saudi crown prince seems to believe Donald Trump’s support is all he needs. That is a mistake.
The Saudi crown prince seems to believe Donald Trump’s support is all he needs. That is a mistake.
Saudi Arabia’s future king tries to turn down the heat on his conflicts with Qatar and Yemen.
Great kings can overcome the burdens of geopolitics by force of will and shrewd wisdom. But they need time.
From falling oil prices to an America in retreat, the foundations of the Saudi monarchy are cracking.
King Salman’s favorite son, Mohammad, is held responsible for a reckless foreign policy.
Prince Mohammad now commands the desert kingdom’s two pillars of power: oil and weapons.