Saudi Arabia
‘DEVASTATING NEWS’
SLIGHT OF HAND
He’s now reportedly facing a disciplinary investigation for the “immoral move.”
NO THANKS
He said he’s enjoyed being “out of the spotlight.”
‘SPORTSWASHING’
A Rafael Nadal Academy is slated to open in Saudi Arabia, which experts say is heavily investing in sports to deflect from its record of human rights violations.
NOT AGAIN
The companies received at least $7.8 million from 20 foreign governments while he was in office, according to documents released by Democrats on the Oversight Committee.
opinion
SPORTSWASHING FTW
FIFA gave the Kingdom a big win for its reputation laundering. But it’s a huge loss for its besieged dissidents and will further muzzle international critics.
‘DOING OUR BEST’
“It’s something I don’t like,” the 38-year-old monarch said when asked on Fox News about a retired teacher sentenced to death over tweets critical of Saudi leadership.
‘TERRIBLY UNJUST’
A Washington state mother risks having her 8-year-old daughter sent back to Saudi Arabia—four years after their risky breakout from the kingdom.