Trump’s really trying to like and get along with the Saudis. It would be a huge mistake for them to mess with the US.
Saudis have never been our friends.
“Keep your friends close, but your enemies even closer.”
[Trumps really trying to like and get along with the Saudis. It would be a huge mistake for them to mess with the US.]
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Pollard
https://www.dw.com/en/german-prosecutors-close-case-on-nsa-spying-scandal/a-40814387
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/06/22/germany-accused-hypocrisy-claims-spied-usa/
And everyone “meddles” in everyone’s politics. Once again, it’s a matter of prudence. Buying influence is way cheaper than the alternatives.