Saudi Security and US Diplomacy

On the John Batchelor Show, Mary Kissel explores United States diplomatic relations in the Middle East, noting historical institutional biases within the State Department and contrasting policy approaches toward Israel, Saudi Arabia, and Iran. She analyzes the Gulf Cooperation Council’s internal divisions and highlights how member nations like the United Arab Emirates and Qatar navigate regional threats differently. Furthermore, Kissel evaluates Saudi Arabia’s immediate security crisis following Houthi airport attacks, crown prince security measures, defense interceptor shortages, and Egypt’s cautious diplomatic positioning regarding ongoing regional conflicts.