Saudi-Iran pact: China's diplomatic coup puts US on notice in Middle East
Marco Carnelos- Deal brokered by Beijing could be followed by more success stories across the region, presenting a slap in the face to Washington’s failed policies
One year ago, I wondered whether the war in Ukraine would accelerate the US withdrawal from the Middle East. While there is not yet a clear answer, I correctly assessed that some regional actors, “anticipating an American disengagement”, would act accordingly.
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