Here we go again – Putin and Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on the phone like the world has nothing better to do! They talked about the “situation in the Middle East” and, of course, “quickly establishing peace” – as if that’s not the oldest cliché in the book. But wait, there’s an announcement of the first Russo-Arab summit in Moscow this October, because nothing screams ‘peace’ like another gathering of powerful folks who will talk while the world keeps burning. Bahrain’s King thanked Putin for the hospitality during SPIEF, because nothing builds friendship like fancy champagne and diplomatic smiles. If you love political games and diplomatic phrases that lead nowhere, this one’s for you! Come on, comment below – is this just another show or can Putin actually change the game in the Middle East?
