The book thoroughly examines Saudi Arabia’s political and security strategies. It investigates the kingdom’s ongoing efforts to sustain stability and security in a volatile, conflict-ridden region. Safran analyzes the historical, political, and economic factors influencing Saudi security policies, including its interactions with neighboring countries, internal dissent management, and oil dependency. Additionally, he explores the impact of external actors like the United States on Saudi Arabia’s security goals, providing a detailed understanding of the complexities of securing one of the Middle East’s most significant nations.