Saudi Arabia

Saudi delegation visits Pakistan to bolster military ties, discuss defense and Gaza cease-fire

Saudi Assistant Defense Minister Al Otaibi visits Pakistan for defense talks, following closely after a trip by Saudi FM to enhance economic ties. Both visits underscore a deepening relationship.

By ARSHAD MEHMOUD/THE MEDIA LINE
20/04/2024

Liberman: Netanyahu trying to avoid responsibility for October 7

Avigdor Liberman accused Netanyahu of seeking Palestinian state recognition, blaming him for the October 7 incident to distract from the Saudi agreement.

Humans occupied lava tube in northern Saudi Arabia as shelter for thousands of years

A large tube produced by lava in the Umm Jirsan cave in Saudi Arabia sheltered humans for thousands of years.

UAE, Egypt, Bahrain push for peace in the Middle East

In Cairo, Bahrain and Egypt discussed the desire for calm in Gaza and putting an end to “ongoing regional tension.” The two sides agreed on the urgent need to exert efforts towards de-escalations.

Iran attack highlighted Israel's growing network of friends in the Arab world

The defeat of the Iranian missile and drone assault was a stunning victory for Israel: not just militarily, but also in terms of building friendships in the Arab world.

Gaza's 'day after' could have NATO-guided government, Arab sources say

The US, UAE, Egypt, and Jordan explore post-war solutions for Gaza, including an interim government and international support, as Hamas faces potential loss of control.

In its response to Iran, Israel must weigh new regional cooperation

In the post-April 14 Middle East, Israel’s security will be based on two pillars.

Israel to Arab countries: Coming response to Iran won't endanger you, the region

Following Iran's Saturday night attack on Israel, Western and Middle Eastern partners have worried about Israel's next steps and questioned what the retaliation could resemble.

How does Iran's attack on Israel impact the fate of Saudi normalization?

Israel and Saudi Arabia seemed on track towards a historic normalization deal, and while the Gaza war has altered the path, how does Iran's newest attack change it all?

By JOHN HANNAH
16/04/2024

Saudi Arabia says it helped defend Israel against Iran

Many of the drones and missiles had to travel over Jordanian and Saudi airspace to reach Israel. 

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