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Oil war could backfire on Saudi Arabia as price plummets
The falling price of oil is piling pressure on the Saudi economy.
UK Ministry of Justice asks High Court to delay review of Saudi Arabia prison deal
Court documents question if the Jusice Ministry followed human rights rules when bidding for a £5.9m contract.
Stefan Stern: Beirut Digital District is a shining light in a city under piles of rubbish
Lebanon may be struggling with numerous issues but its tech hub is working wonders.
Saudi Arabia set to borrow heavily as low oil prices create budget deficits
Saudi used almost $62bn of its foreign currency reserves so far in 2015, and borrowed $4bn from local banks in July.
Islamic State claims responsibility for suicide bomb attack on Saudi mosque killing 15
Bomber struck as security forces were praying, more than 30 injured.
Israel isolated as Arab nations rally behind John Kerry over Iran nuclear deal
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) expresses unequivocal support for Iran nuclear deal.
Saudi king cuts short Riviera holiday amid beach closure uproar
Visit by Saudi monarch saw public anger over closure of popular beach for security reasons.
First Gulf War: 25 years on from Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait [Photos]
It is the 25th anniversary of the war between a US-led coalition and Saddam's Iraq.
Michael Gove investigates controversial programme to sell UK justice services to Saudi Arabia
EXCLUSIVE: After High Court challenge against JSi program in June, Gove has launched a review inside MoJ.
Iran is connecting with eager investors thanks to new technology
New technology platform dubbed 'LinkedIn for investor relations' is helping people connect with Iranian firms.
Iran: Saudi king to visit US as Ashton Carter tries to dispel fears over nuclear deal
US defence chief reassures Washington's allies in Middle East.
Iran nuclear deal: 'Military force still an option' says US defence chief Ashton Carter
US Defence secretary begins tour of Middle East today to reassure allies wary of Iran deal.
Saudi Arabia arrests 431 Islamic State members, thwarting multiple terror attacks
Saudi Arabia says suspects were plotting attacks on mosques, security forces and a diplomatic mission.
Iran nuclear deal could be key to healing the wounds of the wider Middle East
This is an opportunity to work with Iran on the Palestinian question and Shia and Sunni antagonisms.
Saudi woman films harassment by religious police in shopping centre 'for wearing eye make up'
Six members of muttawa religious police pursue woman and challenge her for dressing 'provocatively'.
Iran nuclear deal: How will the historic agreement affect the wider Middle East?
Israel and Saudi Arabia united against deal but it's unclear whether Tehran will soften foreign policy stance.
Yemen crisis: Ramadan ceasefire raises questions for war-weary Yemenis
People have been waiting for and anticipating an 'imminent' pause since even before Ramadan
Saudi Arabia's former foreign minister Saud al-Faisal dies aged 75
Saud was world's longest-serving foreign minister before he was replaced in April due to health concerns.
Hacking Team hacked: Spy tools sold to oppressive regimes Sudan, Bahrain and Kazakhstan
Vendor of powerful surveillance tools Hacking Team has had its system breached and thousands of documents leaked
Saudi Arabia: Prince Alwaleed bin Talal to give entire $32 billion fortune to charity
The $32bn will include Prince Alwaleed's stake in Kingdom Holding, the investment firm he chairs.
UK faces High Court challenge over bid on Saudi prison program
Private branch of UK Ministry of Justice faces court case after it made a £5.9m bid to help Saudi justice.
Saudi Arabia: Citizens warned against sharing of WikiLeaks documents
60,000 documents were released by WikiLeaks giving insight into its position on regional politics.
Wikileaks publishes classified documents 'demonstrating extent of Saudi meddling in foreign affairs'
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange: Saudi Arabia 'has become a menace to its neighbours and itself'
Is the UK privately supporting Saudi justice while condemning the treatment of Raif Badawi?
Documents show that the UK has been bidding on contracts to work for the Saudi justice system.
Raif Badawi is my husband, and our family is trapped in an inferno of unbearable torture
On the anniversary of Raif Badawi's imprisonment, read this impassioned letter from his partner about their ordeal.
Imprisoned blogger Raif Badawi's wife begs for Saudi pardon on Ramadan
Imprisoned blogger Raif Badawi's wife begs for Saudi pardon on Ramadan
Missing Muslim Bradford family: Mother contacts UK from Syria
Counter Terrorism police said contact has been made with the family suggesting one adult is in Syria.
Saudi Arabia carries out 100th beheading of 2015
The country beheaded a convicted murderer and drug smuggler on 15 June.
Saudi Arabia: King Salman's vision is ultra conservative – and Saudis love him for it
Saudi Arabia's new king sees Islamic State as a bigger threat than Raif Badawi.
Saudi blogger Raif Badawi facing 1,000 lashes will have punishment postponed Friday
Saudi blogger Raif Badawi facing 1,000 lashes will have punishment postponed Friday