Saudi Arabia: News
10 US aircraft land in Israel amid Iran war preparations
Ten United States Air Force (USAF) transport aircraft have landed at Israeli Air Force (IAF) bases in southern Israel.
Crude oil prices hit 6-month high of $118
Oil prices surged on October 30, amid fears of a possible US military strike against Iran.
Air India, IndiGo, Akasa's Saudi flights canceled till November
Major Indian and international airlines have extended their flight cancellations to several destinations in Saudi Arabia until November.
OPEC+ likely to maintain oil output targets for December
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, collectively known as OPEC+, are likely to maintain their December oil production targets.
Egypt's military support for Saudi a 'declaration of war': Houthis
Tensions have escalated in the Gulf region after Egypt's parliament approved military support for Saudi Arabia to defend against attacks by Yemen's Houthi forces.
Oil slips below $115 as Saudi and Iran discuss de-escalation
Crude oil prices continued their downward trend on Tuesday, with the global benchmark Brent Crude trading at $114.94 per barrel, a 0.73% decline.
Saudi Arabia offered $1B to Houthis for Iran-brokered ceasefire: Report
Saudi Arabia reportedly offered Yemen's Houthi group $1 billion through an Iran-brokered deal, Israeli media reported.
Saudi coalition destroys Houthi missile launchers after Riyadh attack
The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen has destroyed four ballistic missile launchers, a depot, and tunnels belonging to the Iran-backed Houthi group, AFP reported.
Why Saudi Arabia plans to store crude oil in Singapore
Saudi Arabia has revealed plans to store crude oil at Singapore's Jurong Rock Caverns from the second half of 2027.
Houthi missiles intercepted in Saudi Arabia; India issues travel advisory
The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia has issued a travel advisory for its citizens after the kingdom intercepted multiple missile and drone attacks.
Air India suspends flights to Saudi Arabia till November 7
Air India and Air India Express have extended the suspension of their flights to Riyadh and Dammam till November 7.
Shrapnel from Yemen's Houthi missiles fell in Mecca, Medina regions
Saudi Arabia's civil defense agency has reported that shrapnel from intercepted missiles fell in the Mecca and Medina regions. The missiles were launched by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
Brent crude hits $114 per barrel, highest since May
Crude oil prices have soared by 4%, with Brent crude hitting $114 per barrel, its highest since May 2026.
Houthis claim Saudi attacked boat carrying 14 Indian nationals
Yemen's Houthi rebels have alleged that a boat with 14 Indian nationals was attacked by Saudi Arabia near Zuqar Island in the Red Sea.
What's Badr defense pact signed between Qatar, Türkiye, Pakistan, Indonesia
Qatar, Türkiye, Pakistan, and Indonesia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen defense cooperation and strengthen defensive capabilities.
Indian among 2 killed in attack on Saudi airport
An attack on King Fahd International Airport in the eastern city of Dammam, Saudi Arabia, late Wednesday night killed two people, including an Indian national.
Saudi airport attacked again; 1 dead, 8 injured
A suspected Houthi strike on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, eastern Saudi Arabia, left one dead and eight injured late Wednesday.
Oil prices cross $110 after drone attack on Saudi oilfield
Oil prices have surged due to a drone attack on a Saudi Aramco oilfield, raising fears of supply disruptions amid the escalating West Asia conflict.
What trilateral Mecca defense pact says about withdrawal, military support
The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey on August 7 has a 10-year exit restriction.
Saudi executes Bangladeshi couple; Dhaka says it wasn't informed
The Bangladeshi government was reportedly unaware of the recent execution of two of its nationals in Saudi Arabia's holy city, Mecca.
India might interconnect its electrical grid with Saudi Arabia
India and Saudi Arabia have held a virtual meeting to discuss their proposed electrical grid interconnection project.
Global freight rates soar 130% since February
Global container freight rates have skyrocketed by a staggering 130% since February 2026, largely due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Zelenskyy might meet Putin during upcoming G20 summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has hinted at a possible trilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the upcoming G20 Summit in December.
Yemen: Houthi missile strike on presidential palace kills 5
Iran-aligned Houthi rebels have launched a missile and drone attack on Yemen's presidential palace in Aden, killing five people.
Air India cancels Saudi flights till October 20
Air India has canceled all flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam, and Jeddah till October 20, 2026. The airline is closely monitoring the situation in Saudi Arabia before resuming operations.
A film is being made on flydubai hijacking
The recent flydubai airline hijacking incident, which took place on September 30, is being developed into a narrative film by Dori Media Group and India's Sphereorigin.
Houthis developing advanced ballistic missiles with Chinese parts
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels are reportedly trying to develop a new advanced medium-range ballistic missile system with Chinese parts.
Air France bans Pakistan, 30 nations' pilots from Israel flights
Air France has banned Pakistani pilots and crew members from operating flights to and from Israel, saying it is complying with new Israeli restrictions.
Saudi Arabia overturns Hindu man's death sentence over Prophet remarks
Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court has overturned the death sentence of Anojan Sivarasa, a Sri Lankan Hindu migrant worker, following sustained diplomatic and legal efforts by Colombo.
Crude oil prices near $110
Crude oil prices are nearing $110 per barrel amid fresh attacks on Saudi Arabia and fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East.
IndiGo cancels flights to Saudi Arabia until October 17
In light of the ongoing conflict in Saudi Arabia, IndiGo has canceled all flights to and from Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Madinah.
Houthis 'misbehaving very badly,' says Trump after attacks
United States President Donald Trump has slammed Yemen's Houthi rebels for their recent attacks on Saudi Arabia, saying the group is "misbehaving very badly."
Yemen conflict: 1,500 flights disrupted in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is facing massive flight disruptions with nearly 1,500 cancellations across three major airports. The chaos comes after recent attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels.
CCTV captures moment Houthi missile hit Riyadh airport, killing 13
New CCTV footage has been released by Al Arabiya, which shows the moment a Houthi missile struck King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
Oil prices fall as Trump announces Russia-Ukraine 'energy ceasefire'
Oil prices witnessed a decline on Monday, owing to US President Donald Trump's announcement of an "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine.
Saudi Arabia: 1 killed, 11 injured in 2nd airport attack
A projectile struck the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday night.
Israel's president invites Smit Machchhar to receive civilian heroism award
Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot who averted hijacking of a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, has been invited by Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
After airport attack, Trump says Saudi Arabia can defend itself
United States President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in Saudi Arabia's ability to defend itself after a deadly attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
India condemns missile attack on Saudi airport, calls it 'unacceptable'
India has condemned the recent missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia: 12 dead, over 300 injured in missile attack
A missile attack on the passenger terminal of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has left at least 12 people dead and over 300 injured.
US-Iran conflict escalates as Houthi rebels attack Saudi Arabia
The conflict between the United States and Iran has intensified, with recent explosions at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
US won't attack Iran before midterm elections, says Trump
United States President Donald Trump has ruled out any military action against Iran before the upcoming midterm elections on November 3.
Houthis claim fresh strike at Riyadh airport as explosions heard
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a ballistic missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports, calls them 'unacceptable'
India has condemned the attacks on Saudi Arabia's Riyadh and Abha international airports, which were claimed by Yemen's Houthi fighters.
Houthis issue 'last warning' to airlines against using Saudi airspace
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi group has issued a "last warning" to global airlines operating flights in Saudi airspace, saying it has become "a theater" for the Houthis' military operations.
India hits back at Islamic cooperation over Pakistan-occupied Kashmir remarks
India has hit back at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for its comments on New Delhi's actions against terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, saying the OIC is "unable to distinguish between the victim and perpetrator."