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Dig: Thawra Ep. 12 - Origins of Saudi Reaction

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Political Landscape of Saudi Arabia in the 1950s

Exploring the diverse political forces in Saudi Arabia during the 1950s, this chapter challenges perceptions of the kingdom as solely reactionary and aligned with US imperialism. From radical nationalists, communists, and reform movements to royal figures advocating for change, the episode sheds light on the complex dynamics shaping the country's politics at that time.

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