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Developments in the Middle East: Iran, Saudi Arabia, China, and the United States
This chapter delves into recent events in the Middle East involving negotiations between Iran and Saudi Arabia, Saudi's potential weapon purchases from China, and the influence of these actions on US policies in the region. It examines the complexities of engaging with countries like Saudi Arabia, comparing the democratic model's disruptions to the perceived continuity of the China model and raising questions about the long-term sustainability of the latter.