Desert Diplomat: Inside Saudi Arabia Following 9/11

In the wake of the 9/11 attacks, Saudi Arabia found itself at a crossroads. The country had long been a close ally of the United States, but the attacks raised questions about the nature of that relationship. Was Saudi Arabia a partner in the fight against terrorism, or a source of support for it? Could the country be reformed, or was it destined to remain a breeding ground for extremism?

Desert Diplomat: Inside Saudi Arabia Following 9/11

by Marshall Broomhall

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In Desert Diplomat, former US diplomat Greg Gause III offers a first-hand account of the challenges and opportunities facing Saudi Arabia in the aftermath of 9/11. Gause served in the US embassy in Riyadh for four years, during which time he met with top Saudi officials, religious leaders, and ordinary citizens. He witnessed the country's efforts to crack down on terrorism, promote economic development, and improve its human rights record. He also saw the challenges that the country faced, including the rise of sectarian violence, the growing influence of Wahhabism, and the ongoing threat of terrorism.

Desert Diplomat is an essential read for anyone who wants to understand Saudi Arabia's role in the world today. Gause provides a nuanced and balanced account of the country's complex challenges and opportunities. He offers insights into the thinking of Saudi leaders, the dynamics of Saudi society, and the challenges of US-Saudi relations. Desert Diplomat is a must-read for anyone interested in the Middle East, Islam, or international relations.

Praise for Desert Diplomat

"Gause's book is a valuable contribution to our understanding of Saudi Arabia. He provides a nuanced and balanced account of the country's complex challenges and opportunities." - The New York Times

"Gause's book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Middle East, Islam, or international relations." - The Washington Post

"Gause's book is a fascinating and informative account of Saudi Arabia's efforts to confront the challenges of the 21st century." - The Economist

About the Author

Greg Gause III is a professor of international affairs at the University of Vermont. He served as a US diplomat in Saudi Arabia from 2001 to 2005. He is the author of several books on the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia: The Kingdom in Crisis and The New Sectarianism: The Arab Uprisings and the Rebirth of the Shi'a-Sunni Divide.

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Desert Diplomat: Inside Saudi Arabia Following 9/11

by Marshall Broomhall

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5845 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	253 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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