Trump Criticizes Rush to Condemn Saudi Arabia for Khashoggi: AP

Trump Criticizes Rush to Condemn Saudi Arabia for Khashoggi: AP

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The transcript discusses the disappearance involving Prince MBS, with President Trump and US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo reporting Saudi Arabia's denial of involvement. Despite this, reports suggest a suspect may be linked to the Crown Prince. Lawmakers, including Senator Lindsey Graham, express skepticism, with Congress considering actions like sanctions and curtailing arms sales against Saudi Arabia.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the response of Saudi leadership when questioned about the disappearance?

They admitted involvement.

They denied any knowledge.

They blamed another country.

They refused to comment.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which US official had candid meetings with Saudi leaders?

Vice President Pence

President Trump

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

Senator Lindsey Graham

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Senator Lindsey Graham suggest about the Crown Prince's involvement?

He is definitely not involved.

He might be a rogue prince behind the affair.

He is cooperating fully with the investigation.

He has been exonerated by the US.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Senator Bob Corker suggest Congress might take?

Ignore the situation

Increase arms sales

Impose sanctions

Strengthen diplomatic ties

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a potential action Congress could take?

Expelling diplomats

Sanctioning Saudi individuals

Freezing diplomatic relations

Increasing arms sales