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Sand in Our Eyes: U.S.-Saudi Relations After Iraq

Relations with the Desert Kingdom suffered before 9/11. Now they're on the ropes. But Washington can ill afford the loss of this critical ally, even when it's not on its best behavior.

The Scandal of U.S.-Saudi Relations

Excessive deference toward Saudi Arabia undermines U.S. national interests, and the basic reason for it is none too pretty.

Weak Realpolitik: The Vicissitudes of Saudi Bashing

As the shock of September 11 wears off and certain conclusions settle in, the U.S.-Saudi relationship has come under unprecedented scrutiny. It's about time.

Commentary

The Energy-Security Paradox

The United States produces more oil and uses less, but prices are still high. What is to be done?

The Great Salafi Gamble

Saudi Arabia hopes Salafism will keep the Arab Spring from coming to Riyadh. They're beginning to see the blowback.

Intelligence on the NIE

Michael Scheuer, former head of the CIA’s Bin Laden unit, refutes the NIE’s contention that Al-Qaeda’s Iraq presence has any bearing on the group’s international planning.

Blogs

Saudi Oil and the Yemeni Succession

Once again Yemen's imposing big brother subjugates its southern neighbor to its selfish interests.

Books & Reviews

Beyond Petroleum

The U.S.-Saudi relationship is based on more than just oil—it hinges directly on common core interests.

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May 23, 2013