Rand Paul calls country 'unreliable ally' after Democrat Chris Murphy criticises US support for Saudi intervention in Yemen's chaotic civil war Days after the Obama administration approved a major arms sale agreement to Saudi Arabia, Republican senator Rand Paul of Kentucky is considering blocking the move, citing objections to the country's human rights record and a possible regional arms race. Related: Saudi Arabia close to deal to buy $1.15bn worth of military equipment from US
Senators consider vote to block US arms deal to Saudi Arabia - report
The Guardian - 14 Aug 2016 15:25
Rand Paul calls country 'unreliable ally' after Democrat Chris Murphy criticises US support for Saudi intervention in Yemen's chaotic civil war Days after the Obama administration approved a major arms sale agreement to Saudi Arabia, Republican senator Rand Paul of Kentucky is considering blocking the move, citing objections to the country's human rights record and a possible regional arms race. Related: Saudi Arabia close to deal to buy $1.15bn worth of military equipment from US
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