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Gulf oil threatened anew as Houthis reach key island and pipeline is shut down

The Houthis have seized control of Perim island, significantly affecting a crucial shipping corridor. Additionally, a drone strike originating from Iraq temporarily disrupted Saudi Arabia's oil pipeline, intensifying the strain on Gulf oil exports during a period of stalled diplomatic negotiations. In response to this rising threat, Saudi Arabia has…

The Economic Times

Saudi crown prince sought US military help from Trump with Houthis, sources say

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked US President Donald Trump for help countering Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis as threats to Red Sea shipping intensified, according to two sources. Washington declined direct military action for now but offered intelligence and targeting support, marking a shift in Riyadh’s approach to the Houthis.

The Economic Times

Pakistan killed Palestinians for Jordan. Will it kill Houthis for Saudi?

Houthi attacks near Saudi Arabia have intensified, prompting a cautious response from Pakistan. Pakistan's defence pact with Saudi Arabia and Turkey is now being tested by these events. The nation is carefully balancing its relationship with Saudi Arabia and its neighbor Iran. Historical military ties with Arab nations are noted,…

The Economic Times

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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

India condemns Houthi attack in Saudi as 'unacceptable', says strikes threaten navigational freedom in Bab-el-Mandeb

India has condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's sovereign territory. These strikes targeted civilian and economic facilities, which is unacceptable. The attacks threatened regional security and stability, undermining vital navigation routes. The Houthi strikes on energy facilities wounded over seventy people. This incident highlights the risk of the Iran…

The Economic Times

Saudi deal offers a revenue boost for Exeter University that will save jobs

Letter: The partnership is not funded by ‘dirty money’, as the Exeter branch of the University and College Union claims, says Prof Anthony King

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan & Turkey sign 'Mecca' pact for mutual defence; India reacts

The agreement was signed following a joint defence summit attended by Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistani prime minister Shehbaz Sharif, who attended after performing the Umrah pilgrimage in the city. According to Pakistan's foreign ministry, the pact is "guided by the longstanding…

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Oil prices slip as tankers continue to ply Middle East conflict zones

Oil prices saw a decline as tankers continued to move out of the Middle East. Escalating tensions and expanded conflict fronts are impacting regional stability. Thirty-nine commodity ships passed through the Bab el-Mandeb strait into the Red Sea. Iran has ruled out an Omani proposal for regional joint management of…

The Economic Times

Six Iranian advisers killed in US-Saudi strikes as Iran war escalates

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The Independent UK

US-Saudi strikes in Iraq kill 20: former paramilitaries

US and Saudi forces conducted strikes against Iran-backed groups in Iraq. These attacks followed drone incidents targeting Saudi oil facilities earlier. The Popular Mobilization Forces reported at least twenty fighters were killed. The strikes targeted PMF bases across seven Iraqi provinces, causing damage. Iraq's Prime Minister vowed to disarm these…

The Economic Times

Saudi Arabia planted 159 million trees and restored one million hectares of degraded land in less than five years

Saudi Arabia has restored one million hectares of degraded land and planted more than 159 million trees, marking one of the biggest milestones under the Saudi Green Initiative since it began in 2021. The programme, which now aims to rehabilitate 40 million hectares and plant 10 billion trees across the…

The Times of India

Yemen teeters towards renewed war in shadow of Iran conflict

Yemen is nearing a renewed conflict as Houthi attacks escalate. Saudi infrastructure and shipping have faced recent Houthi targeting. Mediation efforts are struggling amid growing pessimism for resolution. The Houthis and Iran are increasing pressure on Saudi Arabia and the United States. Saudi frustration builds, potentially leading to a costly…

The Economic Times

Listen carefully to Karoline Leavitt. She’s revealing Trump’s scariest plans

ANALYSIS: In a short briefing today, the White House press secretary made some claims about Saudi Arabia and Iran — and US elections — that should ring serious alarm bells, writes Holly Baxter

The Independent UK

Trump says Saudi nuclear deal contingent on Riyadh normalising relations with Israel

President Donald Trump on Thursday set a new condition to a US-Saudi nuclear deal signed the previous day by insisting the agreement was "totally subject to" the Gulf kingdom joining the Abraham Accords. Riyadh has resisted normalising relations with Israel, especially after the Gaza war, and the new condition throws…

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The Independent UK

Trump says Saudi Arabia must recognise Israel for nuclear deal to go ahead as president defends ‘dangerous’ plan

Israeli politicians warned the deal could cause a ‘crazy arms race’ in the Middle East

International Business Times UK

Trump Approved Saudi Uranium Enrichment Deal That Skips Key US Nuclear Safeguards

The US has approved a nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia, allowing uranium enrichment and bypassing strict inspection protocols, sparking concerns over non-proliferation and regional security.

The Economic Times

Pakistan worries about being drawn into US-Iran conflict after Houthis attack Saudi Arabia

Recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have frustrated Pakistan significantly. These actions threaten to draw Islamabad into the conflict, complicating its mediation efforts. Pakistan has a mutual defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and soldiers deployed there. Growing concerns exist about Houthi escalation disrupting Red Sea shipping routes. Pakistani leaders have…

The Independent UK

Iran war has created growing rift between Trump and Saudi Crown Prince: report

The US is now considering reducing its military footprint in Saudi Arabia, a report claims

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Fortune

Saudi PIF's governor wants the kingdom to become a global investment center

After deploying billions in capital around the world, Saudi now wants to attract global investment to the kingdom

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Late equaliser from Araujo helps Uruguay play 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia

In an intense kickoff to the World Cup, Uruguay battled to a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia. Maximiliano Araujo struck a crucial equalizer in the 80th minute, rescuing a point for his team. Despite dominating possession and outshooting their opponents, Uruguay found themselves trailing at halftime. Both squads now sit…

The Economic Times

How the Mideast war brought UAE, Israel closer together

After facing barrages of Iranian missiles that threatened its economic future, the UAE has moved closer to Israel, widening a split with ally-turned-rival Saudi Arabia and placing it in defiant opposition to Tehran. But its closer cooperation with Israel risks further antagonising Iran, which the UAE views as its biggest…

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia launched secret retaliatory airstrikes on Iran during regional war: Report

Saudi Arabia conducted unpublicized airstrikes on Iran in late March, marking the first direct military action on Iranian soil in retaliation for attacks within the kingdom. This shift in approach followed Iranian strikes on Gulf Cooperation Council states, leading to an informal de-escalation understanding between Riyadh and Tehran.

Motorsport

Can F1 save its races in Bahrain and Jeddah? Here’s how every option could play out

The forced postponement of races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia leaves F1 with a complex scheduling puzzle, which also weighs heavily on the teams – here's what rearranging the events means for the series

Autosport

Why Bahrain and Saudi Arabia may still host a grand prix in F1 2026

The Guardian - UK

Cambridge University seeks deal with Saudi defence ministry despite rights concerns

Senior academics describe the Judge business school’s proposal to provide services and training as ‘horrifying’

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