Biden arrives in the Middle East: Focus Remains on Oil Prices

His visit has started in Israel, where he is expected to travel to Saudi Arabia on Friday and, although it may seem, has nothing to do with the war in Ukraine, the visit comes at a time when Saudi Arabia oil may be a key to maintaining unity of sanctions against Russia.

Biden's visit has also prompted reactions to the official Kremlin, which has said the American president's visit should not be used to foster anti-Russian relations.

White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan has said the US president would build the occasion for greater oil production by the OPEC nations to cut oil prices when he meets with the leaders of relevant states in Saudi Arabia. /Periscopi/