The kingdom’s de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was once shunned in diplomatic circles. Now he is playing an ...

Riyadh is hosting U.S., Russian and Arab officials for high-stakes talks on Ukraine and Gaza, more proof of its regional clout and warm relations with President Trump.

June 21, 2017 - King Salman removes his nephew Mohammed bin Nayef as crown prince and formally places MBS first in line to the throne. King Salman also appoints MBS as deputy prime minister.

Last week his officials announced a seven-person “preparatory” committee, charged with planning a national conference where a new constitution will be discussed. Critics say it is dominated by ...