Thursday 30 July 2009

Israel Matzav: 'Our friends the Saudis': Bowing down isn't enough

'Our friends the Saudis': Bowing down isn't enough

President Obumbler bowing down to King Abdullah is apparently not enough to keep the Saudis happy.

Experts argue that the roots of the disagreement with Saudi Arabia, considered a linchpin for progress, go deeper.

Jon Alterman, director of the Middle East program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, said the Saudis are disappointed with many aspects of Obama's policy: His drive for ending America's dependency on foreign oil, the decision not to appoint a close confidant as ambassador to Saudi Arabia and choosing the route of diplomatic engagement with Iran.

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Israel Matzav: 'Our friends the Saudis': Bowing down isn't enough

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