The Development of Saudi–Turkish Political Relations after the End of the Khashoggi Assassination Crisis

Abstract

       This research examines the evolution of political relations between Saudi Arabia and Turkey following the 2018 assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, an event that caused severe tension due to divergent positions on regional and security issues. At the beginning of 2021, signs of renewed rapprochement emerged, driven by mutual strategic and economic needs, leading to the normalization of relations through high-level visits and the signing of cooperation agreements.

The study sheds light on the trajectory from escalation to partnership, based on an analysis of political and regional contexts. It concludes with the necessity of consolidating bilateral dialogue to enhance regional stability and mutual interests.