- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman accuses the United Arab Emirates of betraying Saudi Arabia.
- The rift between the Saudi Crown Prince and the U.A.E. President reflects a competition for power in the Middle East and global oil markets.
- The two leaders are feuding over influence in a Middle East where the U.S. plays a diminished role.
- The Gulf rivalry could hinder efforts to create a unified security alliance to counter Iran and end the war in Yemen.
- Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E. are also economic competitors, with Saudi Arabia aiming to reduce its reliance on oil.
The Best of Frenemies: Saudi Crown Prince Clashes With U.A.E. President
The Saudi leader has pulled away from his former mentor as they compete to dominate the Gulf, where U.S. power has waned
Summer Said, Dion Ni
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