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What’s behind the dramatic diplomatic rift with Qatar?

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Shock occurred this weekend when Saudi Arabia and other Arab states cut ties with Qatar.

Political shock waves roiled the Persian Gulf, as Saudi Arabia and other Arab states cut all ties with Qatar, accusing the tiny oil state of supporting terror groups and embracing Iran. How did simmering tensions burst into full-on crisis for the coalition? Judy Woodruff speaks with Joyce Karam of Al-Hayat.

06/05/2017

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