Citing ‘US, Israeli interests,’ Trump balks at punishing Saudis over Khashoggi


President Donald Trump Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud March 14 2017 cropped(Worthy News) – US President Donald Trump said Tuesday the brutal murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi operatives will not derail the US-Saudi relationship, in a move the American leader suggested also benefited Israel.

“We may never know all of the facts surrounding the murder of Mr Jamal Khashoggi. In any case, our relationship is with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” Trump said in a statement.

“They have been a great ally in our very important fight against Iran. The United States intends to remain a steadfast partner of Saudi Arabia to ensure the interests of our country, Israel and all other partners in the region,” said the US president. [ Source: Times of Israel (Read More…) ]

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