Saudi Saturday Night Massacre: Princes, Cabinet Members Arrested

Juan Cole / Informed Comment Nov 5, 2017 An “anti-corruption” commission led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman took dozens into custody, including billionaire Al-Waleed Bin Talal (pictured). Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

How Dangerous Is Saudi Arabia’s Change in Royal Succession?

By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Jun 21, 2017 King Salman has ousted his nephew and named his son, Mohammed bin Salman, heir apparent. Some believe the new crown prince (pictured) is too reckless to hold so much power. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Donald Trump Meets the Heir Apparent of the Saudi Throne: Oil Boycott or Bromance?

By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Mar 15, 2017 Prince Muhammad bin Salman is likely to come away empty handed in the most important dispute—the one over Syria. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )