Geopolitical Status Report: Saudi Arabia and Trump, a new order in the Middle East

As Iran’s power and influence wains across the Middle East, Saudi Arabia’s is on the rise. Undoubtably President Trump is pursuing Saudi Arabia as a key partner to bring about diplomatic, financial and security benefits. Notably not just in the Middle East, but also as mediator in the Ukraine Russia war. This status report examines Trump’s approach to Iran, the US-Saudi relationship and the motivations of both the US and Saudi to co-operate geo-politically.