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Jen L. Jones - Based in Canada, Jones writes on human rights, history,and the natural world. She focuses also on Turkish and Scottish travel and ...

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Saudi Arabia

The desert kingdom of Saudi Arabia typifies the sharp contrasts that are found in the Middle East.

Just a short generation ago, its people were mostly nomadic tent-dwellers. They now live in ultra-modern cities served by a huge force of foreign nationals. Oil, found there in huge quantities, has produced this fabulous wealth. But the country is ruled by a system of Islamic law in which medieval punishments are regularly meted out and women are segregated, confined,and denied the vote.

Human rights are abused; freedom of the press restricted. Only one religion is allowed there: Islam. Yet this country is a major player in world politics. Read more here at Suite 101.

Latest articles in Saudi Arabia

 Saudi Arabian Mum on Solo Campaign to Lift Ban on Women Drivers

Saudi Arabian law has for decades banned women from driving cars, voting or politics. But one woman, Najla Hariri is on a heroic feat to defy the status quo

May 18, 2011 – Crimson Tazvinzwa

The Influences Shaping the Youth of Saudi Arabia

The youth of Saudi Arabia, shaped by their education in the West and the influence of the modern internet, are bringing their country to a crossroad.

Mar 10, 2011 – Eileen Fant

Is Saudi Arabia in Danger of Revolution?

A revolution may be looming in Saudi Arabia that will shatter the order of the Middle East and drastically affect the world's economy.

Mar 9, 2011 – Brandon Place

Saudi Arabian Monarchy Versus Demographics

The Saudi Arabian monarchy appears to be getting nervous. Demographics within the kingdom seem to match those in Arab nations experiencing revolutions.

Mar 7, 2011 – Gerald Greene

Saudi Arabia Nervous and Proactive over Arab Revolutions

Saudi Arabia may soon have its turn with Arab revolutions. The repressive regime has outlawed protests, a sign of fear that may soon spread to oil markets.

Mar 5, 2011 – Gerald Greene

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