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PoliticsTrump Nominates Representative Wesley Hunt as US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia
President Donald Trump has nominated Representative Wesley Hunt to serve as the new US ambassador to Saudi Arabia, filling a post that has been vacant for months amidst regional tensions.
EconomyAir Arabia Consortium Cleared to Launch New Budget Airline in Saudi Arabia
Saudi authorities have granted an air operator certificate to an Air Arabia-led consortium to launch a new budget airline based out of Dammam, with plans to serve 81 destinations by 2030.
EconomyIran Conflict Threatens Gulf States' Multi-Trillion-Dollar US Investment Plans
A new Peterson Institute for International Economics report warns that the ongoing conflict with Iran is straining Gulf states' finances, potentially jeopardizing their multi-trillion-dollar US investment commitments.
EconomySaudi Arabia Uncovers 110 Million Tonnes of Uranium Ore in Landmark Madinah Discovery
Saudi Arabia has discovered 110 million tonnes of uranium-concentrated ore in the Madinah region, marking a major milestone in the kingdom's economic diversification and energy development efforts.
EconomySaudi Arabia Unveils Massive Uranium and Rare Earth Ore Discovery in Madinah Region
Saudi Arabia has announced the discovery of 110 million tonnes of ore containing uranium and rare earth elements in the Madinah region, bolstering the kingdom's mining and energy diversification efforts.
PoliticsStrait of Hormuz Interim Deal Delayed After Iran-Arab Summit Falls Through
A planned meeting between Iran, Iraq, and Gulf nations to discuss temporary routes in the Strait of Hormuz was postponed following Saudi objections and regional tensions.
Breaking NewsYemeni Government Forces Advance in Taiz as Houthi Cross-Border Attacks Escalate
Yemeni government forces are advancing in Taiz following intense clashes, while the Houthis claim responsibility for a series of drone and missile strikes targeting Saudi Arabia.
PoliticsEgyptian Foreign Minister Reaffirms Strong Support and Solidarity with Saudi Arabia
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud at the BRICS Summit to reaffirm Egypt's steadfast support for Saudi security and bilateral cooperation.
PoliticsStuck Between War and Surrender: Why Saudi Arabia Faces Limited Options Against the Huthis
Saudi Arabia faces limited and costly options as escalating Huthi advances and attacks threaten the kingdom, potentially dragging Riyadh into a wider regional conflict.
CultureUAE Opens Hajj Registration for Citizens Seeking to Perform Pilgrimage
Registration for UAE citizens wishing to perform the Hajj pilgrimage is now open until September 25 through the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat.
EconomyGlobal Oil Prices Surge Near $108 Following Saudi Pipeline Shutdown After Attacks
Oil prices surged near $108 a barrel after Saudi Arabia halted its vital East-West oil pipeline following attacks, heightening global supply concerns.
Breaking NewsIran-Gulf Regional Talks Shelved as Oman Cites Unfavorable Conditions
Planned talks between Iran and Gulf states have been put on hold after Oman announced that current conditions are not right for constructive dialogue. The postponement follows regional tensions, shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, and disagreements among Gulf nations.
Breaking NewsIran Conflict Updates: Oman Gulf Meeting Postponed as Regional Tensions Escalate
Tensions mount as a Gulf meeting in Oman is postponed and multiple attacks are reported involving the Houthis, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and regional assets.
PoliticsFormer Qatari Prime Minister Calls for Direct Gulf Talks with Iran and Firm Stance on Saudi Security
Former Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Hamad has called for direct Gulf talks with Iran ahead of a planned meeting in Oman, while urging a unified stance on Saudi security.
PoliticsUzbekistan Urges Middle East De-Escalation and Endorses Qatari Diplomatic Initiatives
Uzbekistan has called for immediate de-escalation in the Middle East, condemning recent attacks and backing diplomatic initiatives led by Qatar and the United Nations.
PoliticsWhy the Houthi Escalation in Yemen Could Backfire and Unite Adversaries
The recent Houthi military escalation along the Red Sea coast threatens to backfire by driving regional adversaries closer to Washington while deepening the crisis in Yemen.
Breaking NewsSaudi Arabia Reports Mosque and Home Damage Following Alleged Houthi Strike
A mosque and homes in Saudi Arabia were damaged following an alleged Houthi strike, according to recent video footage.
Breaking NewsIntense Fighting Escalates Across Yemen as Government Forces and Houthis Clash Over Strategic Ports and Territory
Fighting has escalated significantly across Yemen as government forces launch air attacks against Houthi positions following the capture of strategic Red Sea ports.
PoliticsYemen's Houthi Rebels Claim Missile and Drone Attacks on Saudi Arabia Amid Strategic Red Sea Offensive
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched new missile and drone attacks on a Saudi military base, cementing their control over the strategic Red Sea coastline amid escalating regional tensions.
Breaking NewsEscalating Tensions: Houthi Strike on Saudi Border Injures Two Amid Regional Conflict
A Houthi projectile strike on the Saudi border injures two people as regional conflicts escalate, prompting reactions from international leaders and ongoing refugee movements.
Breaking NewsDiplomatic Tensions Ease as Iran Clarifies Stance Alongside Turkish Airlines Turbulence Reports
Iran’s Pezeshkian states that the nation is not at war with Saudi Arabia, amidst separate reports of severe turbulence on a Turkish Airlines flight.
PoliticsIraq Seizes Drone-Launching Platform Linked to Attack on Saudi Oil Pipeline
Iraqi security forces have seized a drone-launching platform used in an attack on Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline, prompting high-level investigations and military leadership changes in the Maysan province.
Breaking NewsHouthi Projectile Strike Wounds Two and Damages Jazan Mosque in Saudi Arabia
A Houthi projectile attack in Saudi Arabia's Jazan region left two people wounded and damaged a mosque and several buildings, marking an escalation in Yemen's ongoing conflict.
EconomyIraq Shuts Borders with Iran and Launches Investigation Following Drone Strikes on Saudi Oil Pipeline
Iraq has temporarily closed three border crossings with Iran and initiated a joint investigation after confirming that drone attacks on a major Saudi Arabian oil pipeline were launched from its territory.