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Saudi Aramco building in Riyadh damaged in ‘attempted’ attack
Saudi Arabia's energy ministry says building in the capital was damaged by falling shrapnel, state media reported.
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Houthis say at least 33 killed in Saudi air strike
Saudi Arabia, which leads a coalition fighting the Houthis in Yemen, has not commented.
World
Yemen: 22 killed in strike near Sanaa, Houthis say
The Iran-backed Houthi rebel group accused Saudi Arabia of hitting several homes in the village of al-Shariya near the Yemeni capital. There was no initial comment from Riyadh.
Politics
Turkiye’s parliament ratifies Mecca defence agreement
Parliament's approval lays the groundwork for further Turkish involvement in Saudi Arabia's conflict with the Houthis.
World
A month after Yemen government offensive began, war of attrition takes hold
The Houthis suffer losses but also inflict pain on government forces and Saudi Arabia.
Politics
Syria, Saudi Arabia sign defence cooperation deal, agree $403m in loans
Defence cooperation deal signed as Syria's President al-Sharaa visits Riyadh for the second time in less than a month.
Sports
How sporting events are being impacted by Middle East conflict
BBC Sport takes a look at how the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has affected sporting events in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and the wider area.
Entertainment
Tristan Thompson Boards Jason Zada’s Bitcoin Creator Movie ‘Satoshi’ as Producer (EXCLUSIVE)
A new feature film titled “Satoshi,” about Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto, is set to be directed by Jason Zada (“The Forest, “Terrarium”) with backing from former NBA champion and tech investor Tristan Thompson. The plan is to start shooting in Saudi Arabia and Los Angeles in spring 2027. Tristan Thompson — who is known […]
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World
Asian Cup postponed due to Middle East conflict
The Asian Cup has become the latest sporting event to be affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Organizers cite "exceptional circumstances" in Saudi Arabia, which has seen several Houthi attacks of late.
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Despite attacks, Saudi Aramco posts 34% rise in net profits in latest quarter
Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil giant saw its profits rise to $36.25 billion in the third quarter, despite seeing its infrastructure and even headquarters targeted by Houthi rebels. Elevated oil prices have offset the supply disruption caused by the Iran war. Also in this edition: North Korea denies any involvement in the largest-ever crypto heist and we take a look at how Russia's strikes against Ukraine are destroying what's left of its economy.
Sports
Asian Cup postponed in wake of attacks on Saudi Arabia
The 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia is postponed because of a series of deadly attacks on the host country.
World
AFC reschedules Asian Cup 2027 in Saudi Arabia amid regional conflict
Start date for AFC Cup 2027 moved from January to December due to ongoing Houthi attacks on host nation Saudi Arabia.
Politics
Syria considering entry into Mecca defence pact, says foreign minister
Damascus 'evaluating' whether to join the alliance that binds Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
World
Are Houthis using Russian satellites as Saudi Arabia fends off strikes?
Analysts say the seizure of state arsenals, external backing and extensive military evolution has helped the Houthis.
World
Dakar Rally 2027 to be held in Portugal, Morocco as Saudi hosting revoked
Organisers say moving Dakar Rally, likely scheduled January 9-23, out of Saudi Arabia was 'exceptional and one-off'.
World
Saudi Arabia reports interception of Houthi drone targeting Mecca
Houthis deny targeting the region of the Muslim holy city as hostilities continue to escalate.
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South Korea captain, LA star Son Heung-min backed by coach amid rift rumour
Robert Moreno names captain Son Heung-min in South Korea's squad for Saudi Arabia and Qatar games despite rift rumours.
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Is Iran headed to war or peace after Mecca alliance meeting?
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have taken their latest peace push directly to Tehran. Officially, it was to avert a new military escalation, but their diplomatic outreach can also be seen as a warning to Iran.
Business
Saudi Giga Project Spending Shrinks. Hotel Developers Keep Building
Saudi Arabia is shrinking giga project budgets on Riyadh’s event deadlines. Hotel developers are still building as if the old plan held, with pipelines up and skewed to luxury. That mismatch, plus cost inflation and security risk, is the bigger story for owners and brands.
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Iran says US ‘not serious’ about talks amid Tehran meeting
Officials from Iran, Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia held talks in Tehran in an effort to stop further escalation.