15 Quotes by Nawaf Obaid

In most cases it's not a question of cover-up. The other countries lack the resources and equipment to deal with the militants.

In most cases it's not a question of cover-up,

Iranian levers of influence include a broad network of informants, military and logistical support of armed groups, and social welfare campaigns.

Before, there was always this thing that he had to be careful - 'I'm crown prince, but Fahd is king'. Now, it's basically his reign.

The margin for error on this issue is practically nonexistent. You can never spend enough on security for the petroleum industry in Saudi Arabia. One error will have global repercussions.

The events of today are another indication of how tight and impenetrable the existing Saudi security system is at main petroleum infrastructure around the country.