The United Arab Emirates has fewer citizens than Rhode Island, but its de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed of Abu Dhabi, is widely regarded as one of the most influential Arab leaders in Washington and across the Middle East. His influence in the United States is legendary — and never more felt than under President Trump. Prince Mohammed, 58, is obsessed with two enemies, Iran and the Muslim Brotherhood, and Mr. Trump has sought to move strongly against both. [Read our full report on Prince Mohammed.] Now Prince Mohammed has caught the interest of American prosecutors as well.

Source: New York Times June 02, 2019 06:00 UTC