The upcoming talks between the US and Ukraine in Jeddah, hosted by Saudi Arabia, aim to create a neutral ground following tensions arising from a recent meeting between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Donald Trump. However, Saudi Arabia's neutrality is questionable, given its historical connections to Trump and its notorious human rights record. Furthermore, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's closeness to Russia raises concerns about the viability and sincerity of these discussions, posing critical questions about outcomes in the broader context of Middle Eastern diplomacy and Trump's geopolitical strategies.
Saudi Arabia’s hosting of US-Ukrainian talks may seem neutral but raises questions about its true impartiality, especially considering its close ties to the Trump administration.
The choice of Saudi Arabia for the talks instead of a European venue reflects the Trump administration's comfort with the kingdom, despite its human rights abuses.
Concerns grow over Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s proximity to Vladimir Putin, complicating perceptions of neutrality for these crucial discussions.
Many see Prince Mohammed’s interests in forging relations with both the US and Russia as a balancing act, thus complicating the outcomes of the planned talks.
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