Pete Hegseth’s plan to livestream execution puts US in dubious company Only Iran and Afghanistan routinely carry out sentences in public, with Saudi Arabia appearing to have ended practice The Guardian - UK · Oct 9
Three Saudis Were Killed By a Houthi Attack. The Crown Prince Vowed a 'Firm' Response. The attack hit the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Thursday. International Business Times · Oct 9
Attacks on Riyadh's international airport killed 3 Saudi citizens, and other Mideast developments Saudi Arabia’s aviation authorities say that the latest attack targeting Riyadh's international airport and an aircraft killed three Saudi citizens The Independent UK · Oct 9
Asim Munir drags Pakistan into the Saudi- Houthi war under the Mecca pact without consulting the country's political leadership Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir has agreed to deploy troops to Mecca pact ally Saudi Arabia in addition to 8,000 troops already in the Kingdom without consulting the country's political leadership. The decision comes after Pakistan intially refused to get involved in the fight against Houthis a position taken by… The Economic Times · Oct 9
Iran-US war latest: Airline captain among three dead in Houthi attack on international airport Almost half of departures from the Riyadh airport had been cancelled by 1500 GMT yesterday, with more cancellations expected for Friday The Independent UK · Oct 9
Three Saudis killed in Riyadh airport attack claimed by Houthis Attack is deadliest in kingdom since it launched major military offensive with allies against Houthis in Yemen The Guardian - UK · Oct 9
Lufthansa, Indian airlines suspend Riyadh service after explosions hit Saudi capital Airlines like Lufthansa and Air India have temporarily suspended flights to Saudi Arabia's capital after explosions were reported Thursday, including a large blast at Riyadh's international airport The Independent UK · Oct 8
Crude Prices Finish Sharply Higher on Middle East Tensions November WTI crude oil (CLX26 ) closed up +3.21 (+3.64%) on Thursday, and November RBOB gasoline (RBX26 ) closed up +0.818 (+2.53%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled sharply higher on Thursday on signs of possible escalation of the US-Iran conflict. Surging freight costs to ship crude oil out of... Barchart · Oct 8
Saudi Arabia airport attacks: India advises its nationals to 'stay indoors' if needed, remain vigilant after 3 killed, 36 injured The Indian Embassy in Riyadh on Thursday advised Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain alert, stay indoors as necessary and follow instructions issued by local authorities after attacks targeted Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, leaving three people dead and 36 injured. The Economic Times · Oct 8
Crude Prices Surge on Possible Escalation of US-Iran War November WTI crude oil (CLX26 ) is up +4.54 (+5.14%) today, and November RBOB gasoline (RBX26 ) is up +0.1462 (+4.52%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are soaring today on signs of possible escalation of the US-Iran conflict. Also, surging freight costs to ship crude oil out of the Middle... Barchart · Oct 8
Pakistani army general confirms presence of his country's troops in Saudi Arabia Pakistan has confirmed that its troops are already deployed in Saudi Arabia in multiple capabilities and domains, amid escalating Houthi attacks on the Gulf kingdom. Army spokesman Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said deployment details remain classified and stressed that any involvement would be defensive, as Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi… The Economic Times · Oct 8
More Countries are Joining the Fight Against Yemen's Houthis. Syria Could Send Troops as Well. President Ahmed al-Sharaa is considering the possibility after engaging in talks with Saudi Arabia and the U.S. International Business Times · Oct 8
Air India Delhi-Riyadh flight turns back midway as Houthi attacks hit Saudi airports, all Riyadh flights halt till October 10 Air India flight AI2243 took off from Delhi towards Riyadh but turned around during its journey due to safety concerns. This decision came after Houthi attacks on airports in Saudi Arabia intensified. As a precaution, Air India and Air India Express announced the suspension of all operations to and from… The Economic Times · Oct 8
Houthis claim new attack against airport in Saudi capital as witness reports evacuation Several explosions were heard in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh on Thursday, including a large blast at King Khalid International Airport, a witness told AP. Flights were halted, passengers evacuated and emergency crews deployed. The cause remains unclear, with no immediate claim of responsibility, amid heightened Saudi-Houthi tensions and regional conflict. The Economic Times · Oct 8
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Saudi, UAE join Japan-led push to bolster Asian oil buffers Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are joining Japan's efforts to strengthen oil supply security in Southeast Asia. This collaboration comes in response to supply disruptions caused by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Japan has committed $10 billion to assist Southeast Asian nations in coping with rising crude…
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Turkey draws red line under Mecca pact, rules out sending troops to attack Houthis in Yemen Turkey will assist Saudi Arabia defensively against Houthi attacks, as confirmed by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The assistance focuses on air defense and technical support, rather than offensive military operations. The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement obligates collective defense among Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan under specific conditions. Turkish parliament is…
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France 24 · Oct 8 Diplomats take shelter in Saudi capital as Yemen's Houthis target Riyadh airport Foreign diplomats and international schools in the Saudi capital took safety measures on Thursday as loud blasts rattled the city and Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed missile attacks against its airport. In a further blow to Riyadh, Turkey ruled out sending troops to confront the Iran-backed militia, despite a defence pact…
The Independent UK · Oct 8 Three dead after Houthi attacks on airports in Saudi Arabia – what we know IN FULL
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Saudi Arabia to investigate flydubai cockpit stabbing as UAE pursues criminal probe Saudi Arabia has initiated a safety investigation following the co-pilot's attack on the captain during flight FZ1073. The incident occurred on September 30, resulting in a steep plunge of the Boeing 737 MAX. All 172 individuals on board, mostly Israeli citizens, survived without severe injuries. The UAE is already pursuing…
The Times of India · Oct 8 Syria considers sending troops to Saudi Arabia to fight Houthis Syria is considering military support for Saudi Arabia amid increased Houthi attacks on the kingdom. Discussions include potentially deploying troops as well as providing defensive expertise to combat the Houthi threat. Recent years have seen a strengthening of relations between Syria and Saudi Arabia, with new economic agreements established. However,…
France 24 · Oct 8 Explosions heard in Saudi capital Riyadh after Houthis' deadly attacks on airports Several explosions were reported on Thursday in Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh amid ongoing fighting between the kingdom and Yemen's Houthis. A day earlier, three people were killed and 36 wounded in attacks on Abha and Riyadh’s King Khalid international airports claimed by the Iran-backed rebel group.
The Times of India · Oct 8 US to strike Iran? Pentagon orders military to gear up attacks The Pentagon has been instructed to prepare for possible military actions against Iran, amid stalled diplomatic efforts. Preparations may lead to attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities and strategic sites, although no attack timeline has been set. This situation overlaps with renewed fighting in Yemen, where Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia…
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Attacks on Saudi airports claimed by Houthi rebels kill 3 people Two attacks on Saudi airports by Houthi rebels resulted in three fatalities and numerous injuries on Wednesday. The strikes targeted Abha and Riyadh's King Khalid airports, affecting Moroccan, Algerian, and Sudanese nationals. In response to threats against oil and military assets, Saudi Arabia has bolstered security measures around key locations.…
The Independent UK · Oct 7 9/11 families flood New York court seeking justice over alleged Saudi plotters: ‘I’m still angry’ Lawsuit alleges that the Saudi government provided support to several of the hijackers, a claim the kingdom has consistently denied