Facing the Most Problematic Factor from His Perspective: The Giant Dilemma of bin Salman and Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia tried to stay out of the Middle East's circle of fire, but failed to do so over time. Now, bin Salman faces several major dilemmas.
Assessment
Saudi Arabia's strategy of staying above the Middle Eastern fray has collapsed. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman now faces hard choices involving what the article calls his most problematic actor. The core dilemma is how to protect Saudi interests without being dragged into direct confrontation. The next signal will be whether Riyadh shifts its diplomatic posture or doubles down on its balancing act.