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How the Saudi king benefits from turbulent cleric’s execution

How the Saudi king benefits from turbulent cleric’s execution

The decision to execute Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr may have been more of a warning to settle unrest within Saudi borders, than a message to Iran, writes Peter Van Buren

Thu, 07 Jan, 2016

Iran and Saudi Arabia tensions do not spell bad news for oil

Iran and Saudi Arabia tensions do not spell bad news for oil

At almost any other time, an escalating diplomatic conflict between Opec members Iran and Saudi Arabia would mean a spike in oil prices.

Wed, 06 Jan, 2016

Allies rally in support of Saudi Arabia in Iran row

Allies rally in support of Saudi Arabia in Iran row

Sectarian split deepens across Middle East in wake of executions

Tue, 05 Jan, 2016