Via Amir Daftari in newsweek.com: Saudi Arabia’s diplomatic maneuvers reflect its ambitions to assert itself globally while securing its own geopolitical interests. Its support for a negotiated peace in Ukraine could bolster its influence with both Washington and Moscow, while its leadership on Gaza underscores its regional authority. The Kingdoms balancing act will test its ability to navigate the complex dynamics of great power competition and Middle East stability. Saudi Arabias recent diplomatic maneuvers reflect a growing maturity from Riyadh that we didnt see during President Donald Trumps first term. The Kingdom appears to have moved on from an unrealistic foreign policy approach towards the region, and instead seems to be using its leverage and embracing diplomacy as a tool for regional stability and strategic influence.
