Khashoggi wake-up call for US: Stop following Saudi Arabia's lead. It's a police state. by info@share.sv | Oct 11, 2018 | Political Khashoggi wake-up call for US: Stop following Saudi Arabia's lead. It's a police state. Khashoggi’s frightening disappearance is a stark reminder that Saudi Arabia is a harsh, authoritarian regime. America should stop doing its bidding.