What Saudi Arabia and Iran Have in Common

We do share important values after all: Both Saudi and Iran are notorious for locking up reform and human rights activists within the vicinities of their respective countries. It is a simple strategy that works well for both: If you are a reformist then you better be willing to give up your right to leave the country. Come on now, this is a big sign from God almighty that both Saudi and Iranian governments should be friends instead. Don't you agree?

 

Comments

[Northern shewolf]

And what a fine set of friends they would make! Iran' strident anti-American stance would be the counterpoint to the Saudi's 'special friend' status with the US; while Iran exports military expertise and ordinance to Shiite militias in both Iraq and Lebanon, KSA sends money to build Mosques and Madrassas, equalizing charitable ventures; they could share tips on internal repression and how to best use the Mosque as a mouthpiece for more restrictive policies, again a very nice balance, don't you think?
And maybe Saudi women would get lucky in the bargain and acquire a whole new approach to fashion. And so much more!
I guess you are feeling a bit snarky these days.

[abusinan]

The problem is both extremes have a "missionary zeal" to convert everyone to their way of thinking, hence they will always be competitors.

[Leyla from Morocco]

I beg to differ . Yes Both have a long long way to go as far as human rights and democracy is concerned BUT

-women can drive and work and are members of Iranian parliament
women in iran can travel without a man and hold a job too .
women can play golf , Polo , football and other sports
-Jews (30.000 of them ) worship and live in Iran are represented at parliament , hundred of thousands of christians and zorostrians have their temples too
people and students are allowed to criticize mr Nejad at University campuses , will this be allowed in saudi Arabia . I dont think so . Personally i despise the saudi ruling family .