Fears In West As Russia And Saudi Arabia Deepen Ties

Vladimir Putin (right) and Mohammed bin Salman at the G20 leaders’ summit in Buenos Aires in 2018. Photograph: Kevin Lamarque/Reuters

The Guardian: Putin and the prince: fears in west as Russia and Saudi Arabia deepen ties 

Prince Mohammed’s decision to strengthen relations has alarmed allies, but he has long admired Russian leader 

They both started wars in neighbouring countries, hold significant sway over energy markets, are known to brook no dissent and to covet spots in history. Russia’s embattled president, Vladimir Putin, and Saudi Arabia’s de facto ruler, Mohammed bin Salman, seem to have a lot in common. 

Nearly eight months into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, relations between Riyadh and Moscow are at a high point. As much of Europe, the US and the UK double down on attempts to combat an ever more menacing Russian leader, Prince Mohammed has instead chosen to deepen ties.  

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WNU Editor: President Biden helped to deepen this Russia - Saudi relationship when he attacked the Crown Prince over the murder of Saudi dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi while vowing to make Saudi Arabia a pariah state early this summer .... Biden intentionally insults Muhammad bin Salman before his visit to Saudi Arabia (Saudi Leaks).  

Update: Russia is not the only other country deepening ties with Saudi Arabia .... China: Saudi Arabia is a 'strategic partner' (Middle East Monitor)