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In tweets on Monday evening, President Trump appeared to endorse the moves, which included removing a prince who headed the kingdom's National Guard and establishing an "anti-corruption" committee.
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In tweets on Monday evening, President Trump appeared to endorse the moves, which included removing a prince who headed the kingdom's National Guard and establishing an "anti-corruption" committee.
Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman ordered the arrests of dozens of wealthy and powerful people in the country, including members of the royal family, in a move that shores up his power. Mohammed Khalid Alyahya, a non-resident fellow at The Atlantic Council, talks about what the shake-up means for the country and the region.
In a major power play by Saudi Arabia's crown prince to crackdown on corruption, Mohammad bin Salman ordered arrests of more than a dozen powerful princes, ministers and investors. Some are his royal rivals. Margaret Brennan reports.
An anti-corruption crackdown in Saudi Arabia this weekend targeted some of the country's most powerful princes and businessmen. They include rivals of the heir to the throne, the crown prince. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Saudi Arabia will allow women to enter sport stadiums for the first time. Beginning in 2018, according to the Saudi General Sports Authority, three of the nations' stadiums will be set up to accommodate women in family-friendly sections.
Secretary Rex Tillerson takes off for an international trip that will include stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan, India, and Switzerland. CBS News State Department reporter Kylie Atwood joins CBSN to discuss the issues on his agenda.
A U.S. envoy was among those visiting the region this week, hoping to negotiate a political solution. But there are obstacles, including the U.S. standoff with Iran.
Saudi Arabia announced Tuesday that it will begin allowing women to drive in June 2018. CBS News State Department reporter Kylie Atwood joined CBSN to discuss why the kingdom is doing this now.
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Saudi Arabia's King Salman announced Tuesday that women will be allowed to drive in the country for the first time in the nation's history. It was the only country in the world that had not permitted women to drive. Holly Williams reports.
A Saudi prince has been arrested after a video emerge that appears to show him abusing people. CBSN anchor Reena Ninan has the story.
Qatar is asking the U.S. to help lift the recent boycott of their country, an action led by Saudi Arabia. In his first U.S. interview, Qatari Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani spoke to CBS News' Margaret Brennan about accusations by the Saudis, their allies and President Trump that Qatar finances terrorism.
King Salman of Saudi Arabia has elevated his son Mohammed bin Salman to crown prince. Eric Pelofsky, a Mideast policy expert and former Obama adviser, joins CBSN to discuss the royal shakeup.
The first lady and first daughter played visible roles during the first leg of President Trump's nine-day trip to the Middle East and Europe. They attended events in Saudi Arabia, highlighting new freedoms for women in the socially-conservative country. Margaret Brennan reports.
President Trump used his visit to Saudi Arabia to lash out against Iran. The Iranian government is not happy to be singled out. It's accusing the U.S. of "Iranophobia" and selling weapons to "dangerous terrorists." Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tehran, where the new American rhetoric is bringing back old memories.
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Ed O'Keefe, David Ignatius, Molly Ball and Ramesh Ponnuru break down this week in politics, including the President's address to Middle Eastern leaders in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
On his first official overseas trip, President Trump addressed leaders of more than 50 Muslim majority countries. White House and Senior Foreign Affairs Correspondent Margaret Brennan reports from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
President Trump delivered remarks on Islam and the fight against terror while visiting Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Watch his full address to Arab leaders.
CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where President Trump is giving a speech on Islam. Garrett discusses how this could help the Trump administration's relationship with the Arab world.
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President Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia today. Mrs. Trump decided not to wear a traditional headscarf, which turned heads on social media, especally since Mr. Trump criticized Michelle Obama for doing the same in 2015. Major Garrett reports from Riyadh.
Amid controversies over former FBI Director James Comey and an investigation into Russian ties with the White House, President Trump embarked on his first trip abroad. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett joins CBSN with the latest on the trip.
President Trump is in Saudi Arabia for the first leg of his overseas trip. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson spoke at a press conference, and President Trump signed a major arms deal with the Saudi king. CBS News White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joined CBSN from Saudi Arabia to discuss the latest on the trip.
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Saturday he would be open to talks with the Iranian government, one day after the country re-elected its moderate president. Tillerson, speaking from Saudi Arabia, is traveling with President Trump on his first trip abroad. Magaret Brennan has the latest from Riyadh.
Trump has endorsed a proposal to end Russia's war on Ukraine, but there's no indication yet that Kyiv will accept the terms, which seem to favor Moscow.
Former Presidents George W. Bush and Joe Biden are set to attend the funeral for former Vice President Dick Cheney, who died at the age of 84.
President Trump said Wednesday he has signed the bill that requires the Justice Department to release files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days.
The Trump administration is pushing to remove Kilmar Abrego Garcia from the U.S. ahead of his criminal trial on human smuggling charges next year.
Ghost guns that are 3D-printed are being made from plans readily available online, experts say.
The strikes have come amid a broader buildup of U.S. military forces in the Caribbean as the Trump administration continues to put pressure on Venezuela.
The September jobs report, which was delayed due to the government shutdown, comes amid a slowdown in hiring across the U.S.
Researchers recorded a record-breaking wind gust as Hurricane Melissa lashed the Caribbean in late October.
The drug trafficking suspect was turned over to the U.S. to face charges he trafficked large quantities of cocaine and fentanyl into the country.