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US Envoy Successfully Secures Release Of American Teacher From Russia

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff details successful efforts to secure American teacher's release from Russia, highlighting key figures and diplomatic coopera...

'Saudi Is The Best!': Why Are TikTok Mumfluencers Lauding Desert Megacity?

Expat "mumfluencers" are taking to TikTok to sing the praises of life in Saudi Arabia and to extol the virtues of its new NEOM megacity, filming their idyllic lives spent picnicking by turquoise waters and shopping in gleaming malls.

International Business Times · Feb 12, 2025

Riyadh To Host First Olympic Esports Games In 2027

The first Olympic Esports Games in Riyadh 2027, following a 12-year deal with Saudi Arabia, will feature a mix of games aligning with Olympic values.

Trump's Gaza Plan Derails Saudi-Israel Ties: Analysts

US President Donald Trump's plan to take over Gaza will imperil attempts to forge landmark ties between Saudi Arabia and Israel and fuel anti-American sentiment in the oil-rich kingdom, analysts said.

International Business Times · Feb 7, 2025

Trump’s first foreign call was with ‘fantastic guy’ Prince Mohammed bin Salman about $600 billion deal

Trump hailed the crown prince American intelligence accused of ordering the assassination of a Washington Post journalist, and said he’s going to press Saudia Arabia to invest $1 trillion in the U.S.

The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2025

Saudi Crown Prince Promises Trump $600bn Trade, Investment Boost

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman promised on Thursday to pile $600 billion into US trade and investments as he congratulated Donald Trump on his return to the White House.

International Business Times · Jan 23, 2025

Saudi crown prince MBS tells Trump that kingdom plans to invest $600 billion in U.S. over 4 years

The comments came after President Donald Trump earlier put a price tag on returning to the kingdom as his first foreign trip.

Fortune · Jan 23, 2025

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Succeeding In A Burgeoning Economy: Mohammed Alaqeel's Insights On Harnessing The Opportunities Of Saudi Arabia

Mohammed discerns two of the most common types of businesses entering Saudi Arabia: those invited by the government and smaller investors looking to join the market.

International Business Times · Jan 8, 2025

Saudi Arabia Pressures American Citizen To Renounce Citizenship

Saudi Arabia pressures dual U.S.-Saudi citizens, like Saad Almadi, to renounce American citizenship, raising concerns and complicating U.S.-Saudi relations.

Beyond 2034: can the Saudi Arabia soccer dream truly be sustainable?

The Saudi Pro League could very well be too big and important to Mohammed bin Salman’s plans for his country to fail. But how long can the poorly attended party last?

The Guardian - US · Dec 19, 2024

Activist Tells Saudi-hosted UN Forum Of 'Silencing' Of Dissent

A Saudi human rights activist appeared via a video link Wednesday at a UN forum in the kingdom to denounce the "silencing" of dissent under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

International Business Times · Dec 18, 2024

FIFA has a human rights policy, so how could it award Saudi Arabia the 2034 soccer World Cup?

Last week, FIFA officially awarded Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup.

The Conversation · Dec 16, 2024

2034 World Cup visitors will live in 'a bubble' and not see real life, Saudi rights activist says

A Saudi human rights activist says soccer fans visiting Saudi Arabia for the 2034 World Cup will live in a “bubble” that doesn't reflect real life there

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024

Saudi Arabia To Host 2034 FIFA World Cup

FIFA announces hosts for 2030 and 2034 World Cups, raising concerns over human rights issues in Saudi Arabia's bid.

Saudi Arabia To Host 2034 World Cup

Saudi Arabia set to host 2034 World Cup, facing scrutiny over labor laws and human rights. FIFA support and investments drive bid success.

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2024

FIFA prepares to give Saudi Arabia its biggest sports win yet as host of the 2034 World Cup

Saudi Arabia will be confirmed by FIFA as host of the men’s soccer 2034 World Cup on Wednesday, giving the oil-rich kingdom its biggest prize yet for massive spending on global sports driven by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

The Guardian - UK · Dec 10, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s journey from 90s novelty to World Cup power grab

From USA 94 to Ronaldo, via Putin and Newcastle, the 2034 hosts-elect are now at the heart of football politics

The Guardian - UK · Dec 10, 2024

Crown prince lobbied Cameron over Saudi dissident, documents reveal

Exclusive: Records obtained via FoI request relate to critic of Saudi royal family living in UK under asylum protection

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Trump Organization Leases Brand For Saudi Real Estate Projects

Trump Organization partners with Dar Global for real estate projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, amidst controversies and international ventures.

International Business Times · Dec 10, 2024

'Humanising Saudi Football': Netflix Show Paves Way For World Cup

A new Netflix series on Saudi football features packed stadiums and top-flight talent, but whether it can curb criticism of Riyadh's bid to host World Cup 2034 is an open question.

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2024

Human rights for Syrians but perhaps not for Saudis in Labour’s Middle East

While David Lammy lauded the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Keir Starmer was having a love-in with Mohammed bin Salman

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2024

Economic growth more important than human rights, Downing Street suggests

PM’s spokesperson says economic growth is ‘number one priority’ amid questions over human rights abuses in Saudi Arabia

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2024

Jamal Khashoggi’s widow urges Starmer to raise husband’s murder at Saudi meeting

Starmer will meet crown prince Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi Arabia for talks about forging closer ties on Monday

The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2024

Starmer to meet Saudi crown prince in push for infrastructure cash

Wooing of Mohammed bin Salman controversial because of human rights concerns

Evening Standard · Dec 7, 2024

Starmer to visit Gulf states as he strives to deepen trade ties

The PM will meet UAE president Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Saudi Arabian crown prince Mohammed bin Salman on Monday.

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