Monday, November 26, 2007

Saudi crown prince meets Putin, foresees arms deal


Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz(R) is greeted by Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin. The two leaders held talks expected to pave the way for the first purchase of Russian weapons by the kingdom.(AFP/POOL/Dmitry Astakhov)

"Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz held talks here Friday with President Vladimir Putin expected to pave the way for the first purchase of Russian weapons by the kingdom, a close US ally."

The Saudis may have some short-comings but they are not stupid.

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