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As Saudi tensions with Iran-backed Houthis escalate, mediator Pakistan faces pressure to choose a side

Pakistan faces a difficult balancing act between Saudi Arabia and Iran. Recent fighting in Yemen is testing its dual role as defense partner and mediator. Islamabad seeks to avoid alienating Tehran while deepening Gulf ties. Pakistani officials are concerned about potential involvement in the conflict. The nation is advocating for…

The Economic Times

Iranian arms and advice helped Yemen's Houthis seize key Red Sea city, sources say

Iran's Revolutionary Guards are currently mentoring Houthi forces along Yemen's Red Sea coastline, reinforcing their strategic control over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Last week, Iran encouraged the Houthis to intensify their assaults on Saudi Arabia while Riyadh continues to concentrate its military efforts on northern fronts. Consequently, the overall military…

The Economic Times

Freeing a 4-Year-Old's Lip from an Electric Nail Trimmer Took a Fire Crew and a Rotary Cutting Tool

Doctors in Riyadh needed a rotary cutting tool to free a preschooler's lip from an electric nail trimmer. Pulling would have made it worse.

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India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, says targeting civilian sites unacceptable

India condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's sovereign territory. These actions threaten regional stability and freedom of navigation in Bab-el-Mandeb. Saudi Arabia reported seventy-three civilians injured in attacks on civilian facilities. The Kingdom reiterated its rejection of the militia's hostile and criminal conduct. Riyadh called for stronger international action…

The Economic Times

Saudi Arabia strikes back after Houthis hit oil sites in heaviest attack in years

Houthi missiles struck Abha International Airport, King Khalid Air Base and Aramco facilities, injuring 73 and forcing temporary shutdowns at oil sites. Saudi Arabia launched strikes on Taiz and Marib provinces, as analysts said Riyadh now faced a "spiral of escalation".

Euronews

Houthis strike Saudi Arabian cities in significant expansion of Middle East war

Riyadh says it will retaliate after overnight attacks by Iran-backed Yemen group on oil facilities wound more than 70

The Guardian - UK

Saudi-led coalition in Yemen says 73 injured in Houthi attacks on the kingdom

The ⁠Houthis, who ⁠control the most populous parts of Yemen and much of the north, have been launching attacks towards Saudi Arabia since they declared a naval blockade against Riyadh in July, with strikes targeting its vessels in the Red ⁠Sea.

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Travelling With Medication in India and Abroad: Prescriptions, Customs and Cold Chain Storage

The Documentation You Need Before You PackCarry the original prescription from a registered medical practitioner for every medication in your bag. For travel abroad, get a letter on the doctor's letterhead that states your name, the drug's generic name (not just the brand), the dosage, the condition it treats, and…

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French-Saudi ‘Dragon Ball’ theme park puzzles Japanese manga fans

Plans to build a manga-themed park outside Paris have sparked excitement in France, one of the first Western countries to fall in love with Akira Toriyama’s iconic “Dragon Ball” franchise. Saudi bankrolling of the project, however, and the lack of response from Japanese licence holders, have raised eyebrows among experts…

France 24

Anti-SLAPP Law Doesn't Apply to Foreign Speech by Foreigners

The case is a decision by Judge Susan Illston (N.D. Cal.) Friday in Doe v. Deutsche Lufthansa AG (see also… The post Anti-SLAPP Law Doesn't Apply to Foreign Speech by Foreigners appeared first on Reason.com.

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Lawsuit Over Outing of Gay Saudi Residents by Lufthansa in Saudi Arabia Can Proceed

[1.] First, the facts from an earlier decision in Doe v. Deutsche Lufthansa AG: John Doe and Robert Roe are… The post Lawsuit Over Outing of Gay Saudi Residents by Lufthansa in Saudi Arabia Can Proceed appeared first on Reason.com.

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COP17 in Mongolia wraps up with 1.3 billion dollars of Green Investment Pledge

Countries signatories of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification agree with banks and private investors on financing scores of projects in 23 countries across 5 continents.

Euronews

Exeter University approves deal with Saudi Arabia to train military officers and officials

In move that could generate millions, Exeter academics to deliver MA at National Defense University in Riyadh

The Guardian - UK

Donald Trump sends Saudi civil nuclear deal to Congress, keeps Israel normalisation as condition

The United States has submitted a civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress. This pact will only proceed if Riyadh agrees to normalize relations with Israel. Congress has ninety days to review the proposed thirty-year agreement for potential nuclear proliferation concerns. The deal facilitates US companies' involvement in…

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Trump sends Saudi civil nuclear agreement to Congress for review

US President Donald Trump has submitted a civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, an administration official said. The classified pact, sent to Capitol Hill on Monday, is aimed at bolstering Riyadh’s nuclear programme but remains contingent on Saudi Arabia normalising relations with Israel.

The Economic Times

US starts returning staff to Middle East missions after Iran war evacuations: Sources

United States personnel are returning to some Middle East diplomatic missions after tensions eased. Staff will go back to posts in Lebanon, Israel, and Saudi Arabia. Family members can also return to the U.S. post in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This move suggests a lower risk of conflict escalation with Iran…

Euronews

Esports World Cup crowns champions in Paris after move from Riyadh

The China-based AG.AL claimed the $7 million Club Championship as the seven-week tournament wrapped up its first edition outside Saudi Arabia after a short-notice relocation to France.

The Economic Times

India, Gulf bloc discuss next steps on free trade agreement

India and the Gulf Cooperation Council reviewed free trade agreement negotiations in Riyadh. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and regional developments. Both sides affirmed the importance of continued coordination for stability. The GCC is India's largest trading partner bloc by far. Bilateral trade reached USD 178.56 billion in 2024-25.

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Saudi crown prince heads to France as Paris seeks closer Gulf ties

French President Emmanuel Macron will host Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday for a two-day official visit, as Paris looks to deepen ties with Riyadh against a backdrop of war in the Middle East.

The Economic Times

Bangladesh signals openness to joining Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye defence alliance

Bangladesh expresses openness to joining a new defense alliance. This decision will prioritize the nation's own interests and evolving global dynamics. The government is pursuing a "Bangladesh First" policy for its foreign engagements. Bilateral ties with Pakistan will also be strengthened through normal diplomatic channels. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is…

France 24

Macron hosts Saudi crown prince for two-day visit spanning energy to Middle East

French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Paris for a two-day visit focused on bilateral deals and the Middle East. The visit, which begins with the Esports World Cup, comes amid criticism from journalists’ unions over France’s hosting of the Saudi de facto…

The Economic Times

India could be esports' biggest growth story as EWC eyes rapid expansion

India is poised to become a major growth story in global esports. The Esports World Cup Foundation sees significant potential in the country's large fan base. Dedicated strategies are being developed to accelerate the Foundation's presence within India. This push aligns with the Esports World Cup's expansion into a major…

Euronews

Saudi factory fire kills 16 Bangladeshis, Dhaka announces

Bangladesh's foreign ministry reported "the tragic deaths of 16 Bangladeshi nationals in a fire at a sofa manufacturing factory in Riyadh" in its Monday statement.

The Economic Times

Saudi Arabia's flyadeal to operate 5 weekly Riyadh-Mumbai flights from October 3

Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal will begin five weekly flights connecting Riyadh and Mumbai. This new service adds over seven thousand seats monthly between the two important cities. Mumbai becomes flyadeal's second Indian destination after Hyderabad, expanding its network. The airline aims to significantly grow its fleet and destinations by the…

The Times of India

16 Bangladeshi workers killed in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh sofa factory blaze

At least 16 Bangladeshi nationals were killed in a fire at a sofa factory in the Musa Sanaiya area of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh’s ministry of foreign affairs said on Monday. The ministry expressed deep grief over the deaths and offered condolences to the victims’ families.

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