President Vladimir Putin signaled Moscow's growing Middle East clout last week on his first visit to Saudi Arabia in over a decade, buoyed by Russian military gains in Syria, strong ties with regional rivals and energy cooperation.

President Vladimir Putin signaled Moscow's growing Middle East clout last week on his first visit to Saudi Arabia in over a decade, buoyed by Russian military gains in Syria, strong ties with regional rivals and energy cooperation.https://t.co/wq2FEEhGU6

— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) October 22, 2019