Saudi rulers often present the kingdom as an oasis of stability in a turbulent region. The reality, however, is far more complex. Since the early 1950s, Saudi Arabia has experienced several instances of protests, political violence, failed coups and royal family purges. Most recently, authorities have been attempting to curb a new social media phenomenon […]
The Myth of Saudi Political Stability
A burgeoning online opposition movement is the latest expression of widespread anger in the country.
