'We reject dictates': Saudi hits out after U.S accuses Riyadh of aiding Russia

• War of words between Saudi Arabia and United States escalated over OPEC+ decision to cut oil production. After vowing of consequences over its decision to 'side with Russia', White House has accused Riyadh of coercing other oil producing member nations to cut output. The Saudi-led OPEC cartel, which includes Russia, angered Biden administration when it decided to cut production by two million barrels a day from November, raising fears that oil prices would soar.