The Latest Developments in Saudi Arabia and Lebanon

Testimony by Elliott Abrams

November 29, 2017

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On November 29, 2017, Elliott Abrams testified before the House Subcommittee on the Middle East and North Africa about recent events in Saudi Arabia and Lebanon.

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