Saudi Arabia: News
Yemen's Houthis claim to have shot down Saudi F-15 jet
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed that they have shot down a Saudi fighter jet using a locally made munition.
Saudi cancels oil shipments to Europe after key pipeline hit
Saudi Arabia has cut its oil shipments to Europe after drone attacks damaged its key export pipeline to the Red Sea.
Saudi draws 'red line' after Houthi drone intercepted near Mecca
Saudi Arabia's air defenses successfully intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone south of Mecca, preventing it from entering restricted airspace over the holy city, on Tuesday.
In first, Saudi activates Mecca warning system amid Houthi threat
Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Civil Defense issued alerts on Tuesday, warning of a "potential danger" in Jeddah, the holy city of Mecca and Taif, amid escalating clashes between Saudi and Yemen's Houthis, which have carried out a series of missile and drone attacks on the kingdom's cities and infrastructure in recent days.
Saudi turns to Israel for help to fight Houthis
Saudi Arabia is reportedly seeking assistance from Israel in its fight against Houthi militants who have seized several strategically located islands along the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
US bases, aircraft, diplomatic facilities damaged in Iran war: Report
A United States government watchdog has released its first report detailing the impact of the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Saudi oil export stocks could run out within days unless...
Saudi Arabia's oil export stocks could run out within days if a key pipeline remains shut, leading to the loss of up to 4% of global supply, oil buyers and traders said.
Brent nears $110 as US-Iran conflict drives oil higher
Oil prices witnessed a sharp spike on Monday, with Brent crude breaching the $107 per barrel mark. The surge is mainly due to rising tensions in the Middle East and fears of potential disruptions to global energy supplies.
Like Venezuela, US might keep Iranian oil too: Trump
US President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States could continue its conflict with Iran and even take control of its oil.
Bin Laden considered attacks in India, other countries: CIA
The United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has released over 70 presidential intelligence briefs related to former al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden.
Why Saudi Arabia had to shut down its oil pipeline
Saudi Arabia said drones launched from Iraqi territory temporarily shut down a key oil export route.
BRICS summit begins; New Delhi Declaration expected
The 18th BRICS summit commenced in New Delhi on Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcoming leaders of the 11-member bloc at Bharat Mandapam.
Iran-backed Houthis seize Yemen's strategic port city of Mocha
Iran-backed Houthi rebels have captured the strategic port city of Mocha in Yemen, located on the Red Sea. The move could expand Tehran's influence over another key Middle Eastern waterway.
Trump declined Saudi crown prince's request to strike Houthis
United States President Donald Trump reportedly declined requests from Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) to launch strikes against Houthi forces in Yemen.
Pakistan tells Iran to 'rein in Houthis' over Saudi attacks
Pakistan has reportedly warned Iran to control its Houthi allies in Yemen as they continue to attack Saudi Arabia.
Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi energy facilities, injuring over 70 people
Operations at some energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, the world's largest oil exporter, were suspended after Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched attacks.
25yrs later, new footage links 9/11 suspect to Saudi, al-Qaeda
A BBC investigation has uncovered new footage of Omar al-Bayoumi, a Saudi national who was investigated by the FBI for his suspected links to the September 11 hijackers.
OPEC+ likely to keep oil output policy unchanged for October
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, collectively known as OPEC+, are likely to keep their oil output policy unchanged for October.
Trump administration devising post-Iran war strategy for Middle East: Report
The Trump administration is reportedly working on a post-Iran war strategy for the Middle East.
'See no risk': Bangladesh will consider joining Mecca defense pact
Bangladesh has said it will consider joining the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement, signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan.
Pakistan, Kuwait sign military cooperation agreement
Pakistan has signed a military cooperation agreement with Kuwait, further expanding its defense ties in the Gulf region.
Qatar's LNG exports are down 96%. Reason? US-Iran war
The ongoing US-Iran conflict has taken a heavy toll on Qatar's economy, one of the world's top liquefied natural gas (LNG) exporters.
Turkish, Chinese military planes land in Pakistan, triggering weapons speculation
Between August 19 and 21, Turkish and Chinese military transport aircraft made a series of flights into Pakistan.
Saudi Arabia: Tanker hit by projectile off Red Sea coast
A tanker caught fire off the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia after being hit by an "unknown projectile," the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported.
Mutual interest test must be met: Jaishankar on neighborly relations
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has emphasized that India's relations with its neighbors should be based on mutual interests.
Iran might be losing control over Strait of Hormuz
Over the last few months, both Iran and the US have claimed control over the critical Strait of Hormuz.
Trump welcomes Saudi Arabia-Turkey-Pakistan defense pact
United States President Donald Trump has welcomed the recent defense agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan.
Ambanis remain India's richest business family
India's leading family businesses have surpassed Saudi Arabia's gross domestic product (GDP) in terms of valuation, according to the 2026 Barclays Private Clients Hurun India Most Valuable Family Businesses list.
Why Pakistan's song on Mecca defense pact is inviting backlash
The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, signed last week in Islam's holiest city, Saudi Arabia's Mecca, has been met with an unexpected public relations backlash.
Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia sign trilateral defense pact
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey have signed a trilateral defense agreement on Friday, officially called the Mecca Agreement, which could significantly reshape the security landscape in West Asia.
Yemen: Over 30 soldiers killed in Houthi attacks
At least 30 soldiers of Yemen's internationally recognized government were killed in coordinated attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on military camps in Marib and Hadramout provinces.
Saudi Arabia braces for possible attacks from Iran-backed militias: Report
Saudi Arabia is preparing for "multiple coordinated attacks" from Iran-backed Houthis and Iraqi militias, according to a report.
FIFA game maker goes private after $55B acquisition
Electronic Arts (EA) has officially transitioned into a private company.
US general slams Pakistan, Qatar for Iran mediation bias
Retired United States General Jack Keane has slammed Pakistan and Qatar for their alleged bias in mediating talks between Washington and Tehran.
Trump says planned talks are Iran's 'last chance'
United States President Donald Trump has announced that planned talks with Iran are the "last chance" to avoid further escalation of military action.
'Be unconventional': US military seeks 'creative' ways to punish Iran
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has reportedly reached out to a wide array of military analysts for "new creative and unconventional ways to pressure and punish Iran."
Trump accuses Iran of being 'duplicitous' in talks
United States President Donald Trump has accused Iran of being "duplicitous" in its approach to negotiations.
Why OPEC+ is raising oil production again
OPEC+ has approved an increase in oil production quotas by some 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) for September.
Trump says Iran strike would have been 'biggest since WW2'
United States President Donald Trump has said that the military strike he had considered against Iran would have been "the biggest attack since World War Two."
Petroleum exporting countries consider output increase amid supply disruptions
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies, known as OPEC+, are likely to raise their oil production quotas for September.