| ID | 148671 |
| Title Proper | Collapse of Saudi Arabia and the cataclysmic power shift in the Middle East |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | ABNER, ELIHUGH M |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article points out the cataclysmic power shift that would take place in the event of Saudi Arabia’s descent into political turmoil, and briefly covers some of the catalysts that could bring about such an event. Overall, the oppressive policies towards the Shia minority carried out by the Sunni-dominated Saudi monarchy are detrimental to the country’s national security. The religious disparities in the country have given the monarchy’s enemies—primarily Iran and Russia—a weakness to exploit. This article does not give evidence of any clandestine operations taking place within the Kingdom; however, it gives evidence that Iran and Russia have much to gain and virtually nothing to lose if the country was to spiral into violence like so many others in the region. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of International Affairs Vol. 69, No.2; Spring-Summer 2016: p.169-176 |
| Journal Source | Journal of International Affairs 2016-06 69, 2 |
| Key Words | Middle East ; Collapse of Saudi Arabia ; Cataclysmic Power Shift |