Saudi Arabia and Russia line up in major oil battle

Saudis pledge to use formidable spare capacity and strategic reserves in hope of quick victory

At odds: Saudi Energy Minister Abdulaziz Bin Salman (left) and Russian Energy Minister Alexander Novak (right) at an energy event in Russia last year
At odds: Saudi Energy Minister Abdulaziz Bin Salman (left) and Russian Energy Minister Alexander Novak (right) at an energy event in Russia last yearPhoto: REUTERS/SCANPIX
Published 12 March 2020, 07:06Updated 12 March 2020, 07:06