Saudi Arabia

The criticism of Saudi Arabia for human rights abuses by a recent Amnesty International report is nothing new, and will not change the Kingdom's standing in the international community (particularly as the prospect of rapprochement with Iran fades, and oil prices rise). However, it will certainly not help, particularly as US President Barack Obama distances himself from 'war on terror' policies such as the Guantanamo Bay detention centre. Moreover, US Obama is reportedly becoming frustrated with the Saudis' refusal to compromise on the Israeli-Palestinian peace process as well, and Iraq is still waiting for the vote of confidence that would

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