Saudi Arabia

There are reports that say Ali Abdullah Saleh's house was blown up by Houthi rebels in central Sana'a amid the ongoing conflict.

Vasudevan Sridharan Dec 04, 2017

This year 14 MPs have received a total of £94,189 in hospitality from the Saudi regime, including business-class flights, luxury accommodation and food.

Isabelle Gerretsen Nov 27, 2017

Mohammed bin Salman promises not to let terrorists distort the image of the "peaceful religion" Islam.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 27, 2017

Dubai's security chief blames Al Jazeera for provoking the extremist attack on the mosque in Egypt's Sinai region.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 26, 2017

Saudi Arabia has arrested its second richest man, Sheik Mohammed Hussein Al-Amoudi, as part of a wide-ranging 'anti-corruption drive' - while Ethiopia looks on nervously.

Roger Baird Nov 24, 2017

Israeli blogger Ben Tzion has provoked outrage in the Arab world by posing for a picture in Medina's holy Mosque of the Prophet Muhammed.

Neil Murphy Nov 23, 2017

International aid groups describe the situation in Yemen as the world's worst humanitarian crisis as millions are at risk of famine.

David Sim Nov 22, 2017

Prime Minister Saad Hariri tweeted that his stay in Saudi Arabia was to consult security situation in Lebanon.

Ananya Roy Nov 18, 2017

Salman, a rigid ruler who had a firm grip on the royal family for decades, does not want a coup d'etat to happen after his departure.

Naseer Giyas Nov 17, 2017

IDF chief says Israel would be willing to share intelligence with Riyadh in order to rein in Iran, the arch-rival of both Saudi Arabia and Israel.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 17, 2017

King Salman of Saudi Arabia is set to step down next week and announce his son Prince Mohammed bin Salman as successor, the Daily Mail has reported.

Brendan Cole Nov 16, 2017

Bahrain authorities blame forces backed by Iran for the attack on its oil pipeline, located close to capital Manama.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 12, 2017

"It is clear that Saudi Arabia and Saudi officials have declared war on Lebanon and on Hezbollah in Lebanon," Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah said.

Ananya Roy Nov 11, 2017

"They discussed the situation in Lebanon following the resignation of Prime Minister Hariri," said a statement from the French presidency.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 10, 2017

Prince Alwaleed bin Talal imprisoned inside the Ritz-Carlton in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, following mass arrests of Saudi royals in anti-corruption crackdown.

Isabelle Gerretsen Nov 09, 2017

Iranian leader defends the ballistic missile launch against Saudi Arabia, which was intercepted near Riyadh airport without casualties.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 09, 2017

UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia have increased by almost 500% since start of Yemen War. Saudi-led air strikes have killed over 5,000 civilians, UN says.

Isabelle Gerretsen Nov 08, 2017

Houthis said they were "ready to offer sanctuary to any member of the Al Saud family or any Saudi national that wants to flee oppression and persecution".

Ananya Roy Nov 08, 2017

Abbas' visit comes when Saudi regime purged several princes and top ministers in sweeping anti-corruption probe, and Lebanese prime minister's resignation annoucement from Riyadh.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 06, 2017

Hassan Nasrallah, the chief of Lebanese Shia militant group Hezbollah, reassured that his militia will not engage in destabilising activities at this time of political instability.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 06, 2017

Eleven princes, four sitting ministers and "tens" of former ministers have been arrested by a newly-formed anti-corruption committee which is headed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Vasudevan Sridharan Nov 05, 2017

Hashim bin Abdullah Yamani, head of the King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy, said the move will have economic benefits and help diversify energy needs.

Ananya Roy Oct 31, 2017

Turki Al-Asheikh, chairman of the General Sports Authority, announced stadiums in Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah will be ready to receive families starting in 2018.

Ananya Roy Oct 30, 2017

Elon Musk has previously described AI as a "fundamental risk to the existence of human civilisation".

Hyacinth Mascarenhas Oct 27, 2017

Crown prince Mohammed bin Salman pledges the Saudi kingdom will be "open to all religions" as he signals sweeping socio-economic reforms.

Vasudevan Sridharan Oct 25, 2017

Rex Tillerson hailed Saudi Arabia as a "terrific partner" during his visit to Riyadh, but failed to condemn Saudi forces' demolition of Shia-majority town Awamiya.

Sophie Baggott Oct 24, 2017

Reverend and Quaker in Burnley court after allegedly breaking into a BAE Systems site to sabotage Eurofighter Typhoon jet destined for Saudi Arabia.

Ewan Palmer Oct 24, 2017

The UK continues to stress its support for Saudi Arabia, without addressing the Kingdom's rate of executions and poor human rights record.

Maya Foa Oct 19, 2017

The Supreme Court says Saudi envoy Jarallah al-Malki cannot hide behind diplomatic immunity on claims by Cherrylyn Reyes who accuses him of making her work for 17 hours a day.

Brendan Cole Oct 18, 2017

At present, archaeologists are unclear on the purpose and exact age of these formations - which resemble gates when looked at from above.

Aristos Georgiou Oct 18, 2017