The US-Saudi Relations Information Service ( SUSRIS ) has two pieces that might be of interest. Both are concerned with Saudi (and other Arab) attitudes toward the chaotic elections in Iran. Quiet in the Kingdom, Reacting to Turmoil in Iran A Conversation with Jon Alterman As the post-presidential election strife and government crackdown in Iran continue through a second week we took a look at the reaction to and impact of the turmoil on Saudi and American interests in the Gulf. We turned to Dr. Jon Alterman, Director of the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C. for his perspectives. Here for your consideration is the SUSRIS exclusive interview conducted by phone with Dr. Alterman on June 23, 2009. We invite your attention to the comprehensive bank of links covering...
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