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The USA has always supported Middle Eastern dictatorships out of economic interest.

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« Since the 1930s, the United States had established a close relationship with the dictatorship of the Saud royal family in Saudi Arabia, in order to secure control over oil. In 1953, Iran also became an important supporter, after the USA had brought the Shah to power through a coup against the democratically elected government. »

Author not provided, « Why does the United States continue to systematically support Israel? », Belgian Labour Party, December 20, 2023

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