Posted on 01/24/2015 3:05:36 AM PST by Cincinatus' Wife
President Obama will forego a visit to the Taj Mahal during his visit to India in order to travel to Saudi Arabia for King Abdullahs funeral, the White House announced early Saturday morning.
Vice President Biden was initially scheduled to lead the U.S. delegation, but he will instead now remain in Washington and Obama will add the stop onto his return from India, where the president is embarking on a three-day trip to foster economic ties with the nation.
President Obama and the First Lady will travel to Riyadh on Tuesday, January 27 in order to pay respects to King Salman bin Abdulaziz and the family of the late King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, White House press secretary Josh Earnest said in a statement.
As the Presidents and Vice Presidents travel schedules became clearer, we determined that the window when the Vice President would be on the ground in Riyadh coincided with the Presidents departure from India, Earnest continued. Accordingly, we adjusted the schedule in coordination with the Indian Government so that the President would be able to depart India following his speech on Tuesday to stop in Riyadh during the return trip to meet with King Salman and other Saudi officials and offer his condolences on behalf of the American people.
King Abdullah, who died Thursday at the age of 90, was a key ally for the United States during his reign. The ruler invested the nations oil revenues into the countrys infrastructure and education, while also proving to be a critical partner with the U.S. against al Qaeda. However, he was also criticized by many for his nations slow advancement of progress for women.
The guy DID pay for Obama’s schooling.
“There is no way that WE can provide him the security he will need. NO WAY should he rely on SAUDI security. The man is delusional at the least and placing himself in harms way For what?”
So we can all dream of the possibilities???
One should prepare to look into the financial sector when addressing future trends of terrorism and Islam’s role within both those realms.
Having great experience and time in counter-terrorism and finance - with the growing exploitation of cyber security...I can say that there are multiple factors and actors taking advantage of what is known, what illusions are considered facts, and plain old stupidity when dealing with Islamic entities.
Bear in mind - the House of Saud is so BIG and well funded - once cannot merely state that Saudi Arabia aided the 9/11 hijackers...this is key.
Obama’s suggestion by his captains and lieutenants to make sure Al Qaeda was a multi-prong headed dragon capable of operations worldwide despite a head to two being lost came directly from how one image is shown to the West and the other is devising how to kill their guest.
It is far easier to say that Islamic culture and the cloak of that religion is responsible for the attacks on the US. Bear in mind, Islam is not alone. Communists & National Socialist also want us divided and conquered as well!
Sharia Banking - Arab banking entities - the connections - the tie backs - who is one what banking broad of directors - how far are they entrenched into US economic society - look into that and see where it leads...it is better than any Hollywood movie out there!
“Obamas suggestion by his captains and lieutenants to make sure Al Qaeda was a multi-prong headed dragon capable of operations worldwide despite a head to two being lost came directly from how one image is shown to the West and the other is devising how to kill their guest.”
I forgot to add - the above came directly from how Saudi Arabia does business - as does the Arab Banks in that area...
I got caught up in the moment....
Yes , but who shamed him into going ?
It’s his way of getting back at Bibi and Congress — a kick reaction. One he certainly hasn’t thought thru.
The White House wasn't really clear about the President's travel schedule a long time ago? Seriously?
King Abdullah (...) invested the nations oil revenues into the countrys infrastructure and education...
LOL. "Five new palaces for me, and here's a koran for you." That about sums up the infrastucture and education spending.
Thanks.
....”No doubt Yemen is a factor”......
Yes, actually a ‘necessary’ adjustment.... in light of Iran talks...which we know he wants to “control” entirely the environment surrouning those talks.
Iran talks.. in light of Yemen situation. Bo has to control the enviornment between Iran and Saudi.
He’s already buried according to their traditions. Actually less then 24 hours from when he died....
This will be a “service” to honor the King...not a funneral...and opportunity for the New King to “mingle” with state heads.
I wonder how long it’s going to take for everyone to finally figure out that we have a Muslim President who is running interference for his brothers.
Whoops...I meant Osama...not Obama...who else did that...I think it was the current VP wasn’t it!?!?
Obama has always done the Uncle Tom step and fetch shuffle for the Saudis.
Obama is not going to Saudi for the funeral. Obama is going to receive his marching orders from the new Saudi king on Yemen, ISIS,Syria and “ Free ( buahahahaha) Palestine”.
Everything Obama has touched has gone to hell in a hand basket, and now the Saudis have their enemies knocking on the gates of Mecca. Atta go Barry. Kiss that ring once more, you sniviling Uncle Tom!
At least the price of gas is way down and they have let my people GO!
Do you know if Obama actually went to Mecca or just went as far as Riyadh? The reason I ask is because Mecca is for Muslims only. I’ve not been able to find a clear response to that question anywhere on the internet. TIA, Sapphire
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