Extremes of discomfort, if no huge surprises, as leaders come to terms with brave new Wikiworld


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Issue 891 - 10 Dec 2010 | 10 minute read

The global prominence given to leaked US diplomatic cables by WikiLeaks is deeply embarrassing for Gulf leaders in a region where even the most anodyne revelations about ruling elites remain taboo. The WikiLeaks affair could damage US strategic interests in a vital region long after the initial headlines have faded

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