Biden Shakes Hands With Saudi Crown Prince MBS at G20, Reversing Earlier Frosty Reception

Biden warmly greets Saudi Crown Prince MBS with handshake at G20, a contrast to awkward fist bump last year.
The leaders met to announce a rail and shipping corridor linking India with Middle East and Europe.
As a candidate, Biden vowed to make Saudis "pariah" over human rights like Khashoggi murder.
Biden initially shunned MBS but has engaged as president due to oil, Iran, and Saudi influence.
Critics say handshake signals undeserved redemption for MBS from Biden after fist bump backlash.

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Posted 9/9/2023, 3:31:13 PM