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Oil lurks around $50 per barrel as market expects another Opec stalemate
Opec ministers debate oil market supply and demand ahead of expected policy decision.
US stops supplying cluster bombs to Saudi Arabia over civilian harm fears
Hold on deliveries applies to CBU-105 cluster bombs manufactured by US company Textron Systems.
Saudi cleric bans people posing with cats for pictures because it's 'too western'
The comments were made by Sheikh Saleh Bin Fawzan Al-Fazwan on a TV broadcast.
We need an immediate suspension of British military sales to Saudi Arabia
Explosive evidence should prompt investigation and overhaul of British policy towards Yemen.
Saudi Arabia clarifies stand on allowing Iranians to visit Mecca and Medina for Hajj pilgrimage
Saudi Arabia has clarified that its political tensions with Iran do not include issues like the Hajj pilgrimage.
Iran unlikely to commit to oil output freeze at Opec summit, says minister
Iran's deputy oil minister said Tehran will target boosting crude exports to pre-sanctions levels.
US Senate passes 9/11 bill allowing families of victims to sue Saudi Arabia despite 'warnings'
Saudi Arabia apparently threatened to withdraw US investments if the bill was passed.
Moody's downgrades Saudi Arabia, Oman and Bahrain's credit rating over slump in oil prices
The agency began the review process in March and slashed Saudi Arabia's long-term issuer ratings from Aa3 to A1.
Mohammed bin Salman: What does the Saudi Arabian youth think of their pin-up prince?
Many find the 34 year old's approach refreshing but others are sceptical about his approach.
US market close: Stocks closed mixed as oil weighed heavily on the Dow
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose as healthcare stocks rallied on 9 May.
Indian maid allegedly tortured to death in Saudi Arabia
Asima Khatoon, 25, complained about her employers to her family ahead of her death.
Saudi Aramco plans listing in London, Hong Kong and New York
ExxonMobil, China's Sinopec and BP could acquire stake in Aramco.
Aramco boss Khalid al-Falih named as new Saudi energy minister
Falih replaces Ali al-Naimi, who led oil ministry for over two decades, in major a government reshuffle.
BAE defends trade deals with Saudi Arabia, says 'weapons encourage peace'
BAE chairman said its Saudi Arabia dealings were in accordance with the UK government's rules and regulations.
Saudi women can now get copy of marriage contract
Earlier, only men had the right to obtain a copy in the kingdom.
CIA chief John Brennan dismisses 9/11 'Missing Chapter' claims about Saudi involvement as inaccurate
CIA's John Brennan: No evidence Saudi government or officials provided financial support to Al Qaeda.
Saudi Arabia: Cool reception for President Obama as diplomatic ties begin to loosen
Barack Obama snubbed by King as Air Force One lands in Riyaadh ahead of Middle East summit.
Doha oil meeting breaks up without agreement on output freeze
Talks fail after Saudi Arabia demands arch-rival Iran's participation in freeze.
Nine Guantanamo Bay detainees transferred to Saudi Arabia
Among those released was Tariq Ali Abdullah Ba Odah, who has been on a hunger strike since 2007.
1MDB scandal: Saudi Arabia made 'no strings attached' $681m payment to Malaysian PM
The kingdom's foreign minister said it was aware of money paid to Najib Razak.
Goldman Sachs warns Opec meeting in Doha will not deliver 'bullish surprise' for oil prices
Saudi Arabia, Russia and about 13 other major oil producers expected to meet at the Qatari capital on 17 April.
Drone strike 'Kill List' - and Britain's role in it - will only make the world more dangerous
Kill List generates roughly 40 to 60 new enemies for every terrorist operative killed by drones
Death penalty: Global executions reach 25-year high according to Amnesty report
China, Iran and Pakistan governments top list of world's most prolific executors.
'The slaughter must end' says Amnesty International as global executions hit 25-year high
1,634 killed in 2015 as China, Iran, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and US named 'top five executioners'.
Najd Province: Isis ally claims responsibility for fatal double bomb attack in Saudi Arabia
Terrorists' improvised bomb detonated near a police station in al-Dalam, killing one person.
Saudi Arabia to reduce dependence on oil by creating $2tn sovereign wealth fund, says Prince Mohammad bin Salman
At $2tn, Saudi Arabia's wealth fund would be more than double that of Norway's.
Saudi Arabia-owned Al Arabiya shuts Beirut bureau amid rising tensions over Hezbollah and Iran
The state-owned channel blamed security concerns for laying off 27 staff members.
Narendra Modi visits Saudi Arabia to befriend Pakistan allies and put pressure on Islamabad
Indian Prime Minister is said to be taking advantage of a weakening of Saudi-Pakistan ties in recent months.
Saudi tourist with fleet of gold cars faces parking fines worth about £320
Billionaire Turki Bin Abdullah is on a London visit with a fleet of four gold supercars.
Saudi Arabia: Child seen driving at 111mph on highway
Social media users condemn video of child seen behind the wheel speeding on a Saudi highway.