The post-American Middle East is beginning to take shape
The pact between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye is yet another step towards a new regional security architecture.
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08.08.2026
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign defence pact
Pakistan says an attack on any of the three will amount to an attack against all, amid conflict in the Middle East.
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07.08.2026
Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan sign joint defence agreement: What’s in it?
Pact will 'reshape security architecture' of the region, experts say.
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07.08.2026
Houthis launch deadly attacks on Saudi-led coalition forces in Yemen
Yemen's Houthis say they launched drones and ballistic missiles in Marib and Hadramout.
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06.08.2026
Saudi Arabia names commander for maritime defence coalition
Rear Admiral Abdullah bin Salem Al-Shehri will lead multinational coalition's naval defence to secure vital waterways.
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06.08.2026
Ivory Coast reappoint Herve Renard for attempt at repeat of AFCON title
Former Saudi Arabia and Tunisia coach Herve Renard returns to Ivory Coast in attempt to repeat 2015 AFCON success.
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04.08.2026
Why is Saudi Arabia forming a coalition to protect the Red Sea?
The alliance aims to defend shipping from attacks by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen.
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30.07.2026
Why Saudi Arabia holds the key to Palestinian statehood
Riyadh’s position in the Arab and Islamic worlds bears significant weight in the prospect of normalisation with Israel.
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29.07.2026
Saudi Arabia joins US in strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq
US Central Command says proxy groups launched attacks against US bases and Saudi energy infrastructure.
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29.07.2026
Iran-backed Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi Arabia
US military says it disabled a tanker that was attempting to evade the American blockade on Iranian ports.
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25.07.2026
Oil surges past $100 in a first since May as Middle East conflicts rage
Oil prices rise for a fifth day after Yemen's Houthis say they struck Saudi Arabian oil tankers in the Red Sea.
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23.07.2026
US to announce deal allowing Saudi Arabia a nuclear programme
The agreement would fulfil a long-held Saudi ambition but could attract concern in Israel and from some US lawmakers.
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22.07.2026
The Houthis may soon discover the limits of Saudi strategic patience
Saudi Arabia has so far ignored provocations to preserve regional stability. But it may soon be pushed into action.
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21.07.2026
Yemen's Houthis announce 'maritime embargo' on Saudi Arabia
The Houthis say the embargo begins immediately and is a response to a Saudi blockade of ports and airports in Yemen.
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20.07.2026
Yemen’s Houthis declare naval blockade of Saudi Arabia: What to know
Yemeni group says the announcement is based on the principle of 'an eye for an eye'.
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20.07.2026
OPEC+ countries say they will expand monthly oil production
Seven OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, to increase output by 188,000 barrels per day.
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06.07.2026
Fourteen killed in Saudi Arabia helicopter crash
The aircraft belonged to state oil giant Aramco and the cause of the crash is being investigated.
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28.06.2026
Saudi Aramco helicopter crash in Ras Tanura kills all 14 on board
The helicopter crashed in Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura terminal, state media reported.
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28.06.2026
Lamine Yamal scores first World Cup goal as Spain thrash Saudi Arabia
Yamal makes a goal-scoring return for Spain as European champions get their World Cup campaign back on track.
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21.06.2026
Uruguay squad lands in US after flight delay ahead of World Cup opener
Uruguay arrived in the US less than 24 hours before the kickoff time for their game against Saudi Arabia.
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15.06.2026