US Welcomes Saudi Prince Amid Arms Deals, Not Yemen Truce
While NPR highlights cordial greetings and military planes, it conveniently omits that during MBS's previous visits, the US continued to greenlight billions in arms sales to Saudi Arabia. For instance, in 2017, the Trump administration approved a $110 billion arms package , directly fueling the devastating war in Yemen that has killed hundreds of thousands, a fact rarely centered in mainstream
diplomatic narratives. These 'investments' often flow directly into the coffers of US defense contractors, creating a symbiotic relationship of profit and destruction. One might wonder how many 'security' discussions involve the security of Yemeni civilians, or whether lucrative arms contracts consistently outweigh calls for human rights accountability. It seems Washington's commitment to
'stability' often translates into arming regimes, then expressing 'concern' when those arms are used with predictable, catastrophic results. The parade for MBS isn't just about diplomacy; it's a televised endorsement of a partnership steeped in bloodshed and transactional convenience.