Saudi King Seeks Warmer Ties With Russia, a Historic Foe King Salman’s trip, the first state visit by a Saudi monarch, is a sign of the shifting dynamics in the Middle East as Russia assumes a greater role. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Europe Edition: London, Ariana Grande, Juventus: Your Monday BriefingAfter London Attack, Theresa May Finds Her Record on Terrorism Under ScrutinyFor Undocumented Mom, Somewhere to Shelter, but Nowhere to Run4 Arab States Break Ties With Qatar, Complicating U.S. Coalition-BuildingForced From Their Village by ViolenceOn Mosul’s Front Line: A Grueling Battle on Civilian Streets