Why is Saudi Arabia hosting talks between the US and Russia?

Saudi Arabia will host top American and Russian officials on Tuesday for a high stakes rapprochement meeting – a role that underlines the kingdom’s aspirations to become a global actor capable of successfully mediating international conflicts. Another likely aim: added leverage for Riyadh in future talks on the fate of postwar Gaza.

Saudi Arabia will host top American and Russian officials on Tuesday for a high stakes rapprochement meeting – a role that underlines the kingdom’s aspirations to become a global actor capable of successfully mediating international conflicts. Another likely aim: added leverage for Riyadh in future talks on the fate of postwar Gaza.  Read More