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Former US Envoy Warns Houthi Rebels Are Surpassing Hezbollah in Regional Threat LevelPolitics

Former US Envoy Warns Houthi Rebels Are Surpassing Hezbollah in Regional Threat Level

A former US envoy warns that Houthi rebels are becoming more dangerous and reckless than Hezbollah, expanding their regional threat amid escalating attacks in the Red Sea and Saudi Arabia.

The National|September 8, 2026
Former US Envoy Warns Houthi Rebels Are Surpassing Hezbollah in Regional DangerPolitics

Former US Envoy Warns Houthi Rebels Are Surpassing Hezbollah in Regional Danger

A former US envoy warns that Houthi rebels are becoming more dangerous and reckless than Hezbollah, posing an escalating threat through maritime raids, regional alliances, and attacks on energy sites.

The National|September 8, 2026
Strait of Hormuz Shipping Slumps as Tehran Threatens Retaliation and Regional Tensions SurgeBreaking News

Strait of Hormuz Shipping Slumps as Tehran Threatens Retaliation and Regional Tensions Surge

Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has slowed after Tehran threatened retaliation, amid escalating regional attacks and diplomatic warnings involving the US, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar.

The National|September 8, 2026|1
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Injure 73 Civilians, Says Saudi-led CoalitionBreaking News

Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Injure 73 Civilians, Says Saudi-led Coalition

A Saudi-led coalition official reports that recent Houthi attacks targeting civilian and economic sites in Saudi Arabia have wounded 73 people, including women and children.

The National|September 8, 2026|1
Yemen's Houthi Rebels Accuse Saudi Arabia of Deadly Air Strike on Al-Jawf PrisonPolitics

Yemen's Houthi Rebels Accuse Saudi Arabia of Deadly Air Strike on Al-Jawf Prison

Yemen's Houthi rebels have accused Saudi Arabia of an air strike on a prison in al-Jawf province that left seven people dead and wounded several others. The incident unfolds amid a recent flare-up in fighting between the Houthis and the internationally recognised government.

Al Jazeera English|September 8, 2026
Yemeni Government Forces Strike Houthi Positions Amid Drone Shootdown ClaimsBreaking News

Yemeni Government Forces Strike Houthi Positions Amid Drone Shootdown Claims

Yemeni government forces have launched air strikes on Houthi positions across the country, while the Houthi movement claims to have shot down multiple Saudi drones amid an ongoing strategic conflict.

Al Jazeera English|September 7, 2026|1
Egyptian President Sisi Affirms Saudi Security is a Red Line During Call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin SalmanPolitics

Egyptian President Sisi Affirms Saudi Security is a Red Line During Call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi spoke with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss bilateral ties, emphasizing that Saudi security is an integral pillar of Egyptian national security.

Egypt Independent|September 3, 2026|1
Saudi Arabia Condemns Deadly Iranian Tanker Strike in Strait of HormuzPolitics

Saudi Arabia Condemns Deadly Iranian Tanker Strike in Strait of Hormuz

Saudi Arabia has condemned an Iranian attack on a Bahri oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz that killed two citizens of the Philippines amid the ongoing conflict.

Al Jazeera English|September 2, 2026|1
UK Aiming to Finalize Gulf Trade Deal Within Weeks Amid Regional TensionsEconomy

UK Aiming to Finalize Gulf Trade Deal Within Weeks Amid Regional Tensions

UK Minister of State for Trade Anas Sarwar announced that Britain is prepared to sign a trade agreement with the Gulf Co-operation Council within weeks, aiming to strengthen economic and strategic ties amidst regional conflict.

The National|September 1, 2026|1
WWE Crown Jewel Set to Return to Riyadh in NovemberSports

WWE Crown Jewel Set to Return to Riyadh in November

WWE Crown Jewel will return to Riyadh on November 7 as part of Riyadh Season, marking the event's comeback to Saudi Arabia following last year's show in Australia.

The National|September 1, 2026|1
Inside the Mecca Agreement: How Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye Are Forging a New Security AlliancePolitics

Inside the Mecca Agreement: How Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye Are Forging a New Security Alliance

Defence and foreign affairs ministers from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye are working to operationalize their new Mecca security agreement amid high tensions in the Middle East.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Convene for Historic First Defence Pact Committee Meeting in IstanbulPolitics

Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Convene for Historic First Defence Pact Committee Meeting in Istanbul

Officials from Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan met in Istanbul for their first committee meeting under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement to strengthen regional security and military cooperation.

The National|August 31, 2026|1
Inside Istanbul: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye Forge New Defense Pact Amid Regional ConflictPolitics

Inside Istanbul: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye Forge New Defense Pact Amid Regional Conflict

Officials from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye met in Istanbul for their first committee meeting under the new Mecca Joint Defence Agreement to discuss military interoperability and implementation.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
A Transforming Landscape: How the Iran Conflict is Reshaping Gulf Security ArchitecturePolitics

A Transforming Landscape: How the Iran Conflict is Reshaping Gulf Security Architecture

Six months into the conflict with Iran, Gulf nations are forging new defense agreements and overlapping partnerships to build a more resilient and flexible regional security architecture.

Al Jazeera English|August 29, 2026|1
Saudi Arabia and Syria Establish Joint Bank to Drive Investment and Regional TiesEconomy

Saudi Arabia and Syria Establish Joint Bank to Drive Investment and Regional Ties

Saudi Arabia and Syria have launched a joint bank and signed major transport agreements to boost investment and rebuild the Syrian economy following the lifting of US sanctions.

The National|August 28, 2026|2
Six Months of US-Iran Conflict Leave Arab Nations Facing Difficult Strategic ChoicesPolitics

Six Months of US-Iran Conflict Leave Arab Nations Facing Difficult Strategic Choices

Six months into the US and Israel's war on Iran, Arab states are grappling with economic shocks, disrupted shipping routes, and mounting security challenges.

Al Jazeera English|August 28, 2026
World Cup 2034 Hosts Saudi Arabia Back Gianni Infantino Amid Growing FIFA Leadership CrisisSports

World Cup 2034 Hosts Saudi Arabia Back Gianni Infantino Amid Growing FIFA Leadership Crisis

Saudi Arabia has backed embattled FIFA President Gianni Infantino ahead of his re-election bid, despite mounting pressure and criticism from several major football confederations over a collapsed commercial proposal.

Al Jazeera English|August 27, 2026|1
Trump Links Saudi Civilian Nuclear Deal to Official Ties with Israel in Submittal to CongressPolitics

Trump Links Saudi Civilian Nuclear Deal to Official Ties with Israel in Submittal to Congress

US President Donald Trump has submitted a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress, making its enactment dependent on the kingdom establishing official ties with Israel.

The National|August 27, 2026
Saudi Arabia Commits $6 Billion to Build Manga-Themed Amusement Parks Near ParisEconomy

Saudi Arabia Commits $6 Billion to Build Manga-Themed Amusement Parks Near Paris

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has agreed to invest $6 billion in three manga-themed amusement parks near Paris, featuring themes like Dragon Ball.

The National|August 25, 2026|1
France and Saudi Arabia Announce Plans for Dragon Ball Z Theme Park Near ParisCulture

France and Saudi Arabia Announce Plans for Dragon Ball Z Theme Park Near Paris

France and Saudi Arabia are planning to build a new Dragon Ball Z theme park near Paris, according to a recent video announcement.

Al Jazeera English|August 25, 2026|1