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Politics & DiplomacyRoutine/Middle East/Oct 19, 2026

Saudi Arabia is learning the hard way: they can’t count on Trump for protection | Mohamad Bazzi

After Houthis escalated their attacks on Saudi Arabia, the US turned down calls from MBS for help. For years, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, cultivated a close relationship with Donald Trump and his son-in-law and former top adviser, Jared Kushner.

Riyadh · Saudi Arabia/2 min read

After Houthis escalated their attacks on Saudi Arabia, the US turned down calls from MBS for help. For years, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, cultivated a close relationship with Donald Trump and his son-in-law and former top adviser, Jared Kushner.

Source: The Guardian — Middle East. Follow the original report for the latest details.

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