What does Russian Mideast-related diplomatic activity signify?
MIDDLE EAST AFFAIRS: This flurry of Middle East-related Russian diplomatic activity is noteworthy because it reflects Moscow’s multi-faceted approach to the region.
SAUDI ARABIAN Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud listens as Russia Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov speaks at a news conference in Riyadh on March 10.(photo credit: RUSSIAN DEFENSE MINISTRY/HANDOUT VIA REUTERS)ByJONATHAN SPYER