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Jan 5, 2026

The Media, Explained: In a podcast interview, Kristin Smith Diwan discussed Saudi Arabia’s growing ties with Hollywood.

Kristin Smith Diwan

Jan 4, 2026

CNBC: In an interview on “Access Middle East,” Amb. Douglas A. Silliman spoke about protests in Iran, the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, the new U.S. National Security Strategy, and whether U.S. actions in Venezuela would affect oil markets or worry OPEC and OPEC+ members.

Douglas A. Silliman
Ambassador Douglas A. Silliman

Jan 2, 2026

Newsweek: Tim Callen commented on the impact of lower oil prices on Neom.

Tim Callen

Jan 1, 2026

The National: In an interview on the podcast “Beyond the Headlines,” Amb. William Roebuck discussed U.S. military actions against ISIS in Syria after the mid-December killing of three Americans near Palmyra, the possible impact on U.S. relations with the Ahmed al-Sharaa government, and the threat ISIS will pose in the future. 

Ambassador William Roebuck

Jan 1, 2026

The New York Times: Bader Al-Saif commented on tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Bader Al-Saif

Jan 1, 2026

Middle East Eye: Kristin Smith Diwan commented on UAE-Israel ties and Emirati-Saudi tensions.

Kristin Smith Diwan

Jan 1, 2026

Australian Broadcasting Corporation Morning Radio: In an interview, Hussein Ibish discussed the unrest in Iran and its implications for Gulf neighbors.

Hussein Ibish

Jan 1, 2026

Iraqi Media Network: In an interview, Abbas Kadhim discussed the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Anbar province.

Abbas Kadhim