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Qatar and Its Neighbors: Disputes and Possible Implications

This report discusses the dispute between Qatar and several of its Gulf State and Arab neighbors led by Saudia Arabia which has resulted in the isolation of Qatar by Saudia Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, and Egypt. The Saudi-led coalition has accused Qatar of supporting terrorism because of their support for the Muslim Brotherhood. Potential implications of the dispute for the United States are then discussed.

Date: June 26, 2017

Creator: Katzman, Kenneth & Blanchard, Christopher M.

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In Re Terrorist Attacks on September 11, 2001: Claims Against Saudi Defendants Under the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act (FSIA)

This report summarizes the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act (FSIA) and jurisdiction in cases against foreign defendants and analyzes the court of appeals decision. It also discusses legislative efforts to address these issues(S. 1535 and H.R. 3143).

Date: December 27, 2013

Creator: Elsea, Jennifer K.

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Joint-Resolution Seeks to End U.S. Support for Saudi-led Coalition Military Operations in Yemen

This report discusses Senate Joint Resolution 54 which directs the President to remove U.S. forces from "hostilities in or affecting" Yemen (except for those U.S. forces engaged in counterterrorism operations directed at al Qaeda or associated forces). It provides a brief overview of U.S. involvement in Yemen both militarily and diplomatically through advisement of Saudi Arabia on reducing civilian casulaties and refueling of Saudi planes used in airstrikes.

Date: March 5, 2018

Creator: Blanchard, Christopher M.; Sharp, Jeremy M. & Weed, Matthew C.

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Saudi Arabia: Background and U.S. Relations

This report provides background information about Saudi Arabia and analyzes current issues in U.S.-Saudi relations.

Date: December 16, 2009

Creator: Blanchard, Christopher M.

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The Middle East and North Africa: Political Succession and Regime Stability

This report discusses the political future of various countries in the Middle East-North Africa (MENA) region. A change in the leadership in these countries could significantly affect their policies toward the United States and their willingness to cooperate with the United States in achieving the stability needed to advance U.S. interests in this important region.

Date: August 29, 2003

Creator: Thayer, Amy E. & Prados, Alfred B.

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Congress Considers Possible Responses to the Killing of a Saudi Journalist

This report discusses the potential responses by Congress regarding the killing of prominent Saudi Arabian journalist and former diplomatic advisor Jamal Khashoggi.

Date: October 22, 2018

Creator: Blanchard, Christopher M.

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