Oil and Blood: The Ruthless Struggle of the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia for World Domination
The book by two prominent investigative journalists from The Wall Street Journal, who have covered events in the Middle East for many years, reads like a true thriller. It is dedicated to the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin...
Salman Al Saud — the de facto ruler of the country, who has gone from a modest, introverted favorite of his father, the king, to a leader that heads of the largest world powers must reckon with. This journey has been difficult and winding. On one hand, the ability to unilaterally control colossal oil revenues, the skill to find loyal allies, control over the army and security forces, readiness to take risks, and the capacity to make bold, unexpected decisions help the heir to the throne not only strengthen his position but also build the future of the country. On the other hand, the archaic system of governance, violations of citizens' rights, and brutal suppression of dissent, as well as the ruling family's habit of unrestrained luxury and intrigue, hinder the achievement of goals in both domestic and foreign policy, particularly in creating a new image of the country on the world stage.
The book by two prominent investigative journalists from The Wall Street Journal, who have covered events in the Middle East for many years, reads like a true thriller. It is dedicated to the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud — the de facto ruler of the country, who has gone from a modest, introverted favorite of his father, the king, to a leader that heads of the largest world powers must reckon with. This journey has been difficult and winding. On one hand, the ability to unilaterally control colossal oil revenues, the skill to find loyal allies, control over the army and security forces, readiness to take risks, and the capacity to make bold, unexpected decisions help the heir to the throne not only strengthen his position but also build the future of the country. On the other hand, the archaic system of governance, violations of citizens' rights, and brutal suppression of dissent, as well as the ruling family's habit of unrestrained luxury and intrigue, hinder the achievement of goals in both domestic and foreign policy, particularly in creating a new image of the country on the world stage.
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