Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga to take place in different city after initial Riyadh news Joshua will box Prenga on 25 July, in a warm-up bout for a contracted fight with Tyson Fury later this year The Independent UK · Jun 1
Ahead of the SpaceX IPO, a look at the biggest stock market debuts ever From Saudi Aramco to Facebook, these are the biggest IPOs in history and why SpaceX could dwarf them all. Euronews · May 21
A brand new airline is set to launch this July – and you can book tickets from London now Riyadh Air is set to launch flights to Manchester and Madrid too, with more than 100 destinations set to join the network before 2030. Euronews · May 21
Saudi Arabia's flyadeal to start daily Riyadh-Hyderabad flights from July Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier flyadeal is launching daily flights from Riyadh to Hyderabad on July 1, marking its debut in the Indian market. The airline, a sister company of Saudia, plans further expansion in India, with a second destination to be announced soon. This move aligns with Saudia Group's long-term… The Economic Times · May 19
Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran war Pakistan has deployed 8,000 troops, a squadron of fighter jets and an air defence system to Saudi Arabia under a mutual defence pact, deepening military ties with Riyadh even as Islamabad positions itself as the key mediator in the Iran conflict. The Economic Times · May 18
Sons of jailed Saudi scholars urge Cambridge to drop plans to train Riyadh staff Exclusive: Families of men facing death penalty join opposition to proposals to run courses for defence ministry The Guardian - UK · May 17
Saudi Arabia Floats Non-Aggression Pact With Iran After Regional War Saudi Arabia has discussed a possible non-aggression pact between Middle Eastern states and Iran, an effort to contain regional tensions after the U.S.-Israel war with Tehran and prevent a weakened Iran from becoming more unpredictable, according to diplomats cited by the Financial Times. Latin Times · May 15
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. The Times of India · May 13
Horrendous Blunder Denies Cristiano Ronaldo Long-Awaited Al Nassr Title The Riyadh derby ended in nightmare fashion for the hosts. Sports Illustrated · May 12
How Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr Can Clinch Saudi Pro League Title vs. Al Hilal The Riyadh Derby could decide the Saudi Pro League title race. Sports Illustrated · May 12
Trump shelved ‘Project Freedom’ after Saudis refused use of bases and airspace Riyadh told White House it would deny access for operation to provide tankers military escort through strait of Hormuz The Guardian - UK · May 7
Anthony Joshua to take on Tyson Fury as Eddie Hearn confirms deal signed Joshua will first fight Kristian Prenga in Riyadh on July 25. The Independent UK · Apr 27
Why is Pakistan desperate for US-Iran truce? Leaked details about pact with Saudi Arabia expose reason The disclosures, obtained by Drop Site News, show that the defense agreement between Riyadh and Islamabad, formally signed in 2025 as the Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, has already been activated amid escalating regional war. The revelation comes after Saudi Arabia publicly announced on Saturday that Pakistani military forces, including aircraft,… The Times of India · Apr 14
Saudi Arabia weather alert: Heavy rains, torrential floods hit Riyadh and other areas; classes suspended in schools and universities Saudi Arabia's weather authorities have warned of severe conditions to persist across parts of the Kingdom. Heavy flooding and torrential rains swept through Riyadh, Najran, Makkah, Eastern Province and other parts of the emirate on Sunday, disrupting daily life. The Times of India · Apr 12
The Times of India · Apr 5 Iran drone strike on US Embassy in Saudi Arabia hit CIA station: Report A recent Iranian drone attack on the US Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, inflicted far more damage than initially reported, striking a CIA facility and causing extensive destruction. The incident, part of a wider regional escalation involving Iran and the US, saw multiple drones intercepted, highlighting Iran's growing capabilities and…
The Times of India · Apr 2 Balochistan, Afghanistan, Iran: Is Pakistan running out of strategic room Pakistan faces a strategic crossroads, caught between alliances and regional conflicts. Past involvements in foreign wars, driven by external powers, have led to domestic instability and blowback. Now, a new defence pact with Saudi Arabia and escalating conflict with Afghanistan highlight the nation's struggle to balance relevance with long-term stability,…
The Independent UK · Apr 1 Virgin Atlantic scraps flight route only a year after its launch Virgin’s service from London to Riyadh will no longer operate after 7 April
The Guardian - UK · Mar 29 What the Houthis’ entry into the Iran war means for the conflict and the wider region Fresh attacks on Red Sea shipping would be devastating – but the Iranian proxy has reasons to be cautious
The Guardian - UK · Mar 27 Saudi Arabia urging US to ramp up Iran attacks, intelligence source confirms Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said to view US-Israeli war as ‘historic opportunity’ to remake Middle East
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The Times of India · Mar 25 Saudi Arabia’s high-stakes Iran gamble is starting to unravel Driving the news
The Times of India · Mar 20 Inside Riyadh meeting: Who was present; what did Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Türkiye, other Arab and Muslim ministers agree on amid Iran vs US-Israel war Arab and Muslim nations convened in Riyadh, issuing a unified call to condemn escalating attacks and defend sovereignty amid the Iran vs US-Israel conflict. Ministers stressed de-escalation and protecting energy infrastructure, signalling a collective desire to avert a wider war. The gathering highlighted a delicate regional balance, prioritising stability and…
The Times of India · Mar 19 ‘Trust completely shattered’: Saudi Arabia warns Iran of military retaliation after wave of Gulf attacks Saudi Arabia declared trust with Iran shattered following a wave of Gulf attacks. Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan stated patience is not unlimited, vowing to use all means to end aggression. He described the strikes on energy facilities as blackmail and deliberate escalation, with Riyadh reserving the right for…
The Times of India · Mar 12 Qatar news: Travel influencer drives across Doha desert to Riyadh, viral video shows escape route amid Iran vs US-Israel war A travel influencer's viral video documents a lengthy desert journey from Doha to Riyadh by land due to flight disruptions caused by the Iran vs US-Israel war. The experience highlights how travellers are improvising escape routes, with many opting for overland travel to reach operational airports amidst widespread airspace closures…
Evening Standard · Mar 12 Which London-Dubai flights are operating and which are cancelled? Latest travel news amid Middle East conflict Latest flight cancellations as passengers have faced over two weeks of travel disruption due to the regional conflict