National Interest vs. Human Rights: John Bolton on U.S.-Saudi Ties
About this episode
John Bolton discusses the complexities of U.S.-Saudi relations, focusing on the balance between national security and human rights.
Former National Security Adviser John Bolton talks with Martin Smith about U.S.-Saudi relations and balancing national security interests with human rights. The interview was originally filmed for Smith’s 2026 documentary The Crown Prince & the President and has been edited for length and clarity.
More episodes of The FRONTLINE Dispatch
- Saudi Exile Khalid Aljabri on the Rise of MBS and the Cost of Dissent
- Former Trump Envoy Jason Greenblatt on U.S.-Saudi Relations
- Black Lung Rates Rise Among Veteran Appalachian Coal Miners
- After The Flood, Episode 5: The Flood After the Flood
- Inside the Trump-MBS Alliance
- After The Flood: A Note on Episode 5
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the The FRONTLINE Dispatch podcast page.