Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia: Heavy gunfire reported outside Riyadh palace

Heavy gunfire in Riyadh sparks conflicting rumors.

We must not forget: Iran is the main problem

After the American attack in Syria, Yaakov Nagel tells of the enemy that is navigating part of what is happening in Syria.

Saudi King demands Palestinian state, hits Trump over J'lem move

Monarch condemns Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital, move embassy. 'Jerusalem is part of Palestine', says Salman.

Saudi king reaffirms support for Palestinian Arabs

King says Saudi support for PA 'steadfast' after crown prince says Israelis have 'right to their homeland.'

Saudi Crown Prince: Israelis have right to their own land

Prince Mohammed bin Salman says Iranian Supreme Leader "makes Hitler look good," says economic ties with Israel possible if peace is reached

MIDEAST ANALYSIS: Iran escalates conflict with Saudis in Yemen

On Sunday, the Iranian-backed Houthis lobbed seven ballistic missiles at Saudi Arabian cities from Yemenite soil. There's more.

Saudi Crown Prince holds first-ever meeting with Jewish leaders

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with heads of Orthodox Union, Reform and Conservative movements.

Judge rejects Saudi bid to dismiss 9/11 lawsuits

U.S. judge rejects Saudi Arabia’s bid to dismiss lawsuits claiming that it helped plan September 11, 2001, attacks.

Iran denies providing Houthi rebels with ballistic missiles

Iran's Revolutionary Guards deny Saudi Arabian accusations that Tehran provided Yemen rebels with ballistic capabilities.

Saudi Arabia threatens Iran after Houthi missile attack

Military coalition led by Saudi Arabia threatens retaliation against Iran after Houthi rebels fire missile barrage from Yemen.

Saudi Prince denies claiming to have Kushner 'in his pocket'

Prince Mohammed bin Salman says reports WH adviser and son-in-law of US president provided him names of people arrested in Saudi Arabia.

PM eyes Mumbai flights after Saudis open airspace

'The goal that I hope to reach is that the next flights will include direct flights from Tel Aviv to Mumbai in five hours.'

Saudi crown prince: I have Jared Kushner ‘in my pocket’

Saudi prince boasts of exerting influence over President Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser Jared Kushner.

First Air India flight arrives at Ben-Gurion Airport

Air India launches direct route between Tel Aviv and New Delhi which flies over Saudi Arabia.

First-ever Israel-bound flight to enter Saudi Arabian airspace

In first, Air India flight passes over Saudi Arabia. Flight seen as sign of warming ties between Israel and the Arab world.

Confidant of Saudi royal family appeals to Israelis - in Hebrew

Saudi journalist close to royal family releases video statement reassuring Israelis that they would not be target of atomic weapons program.

Saudi Arabia: Iran deal is flawed

Ahead of Trump's meeting with Crown Prince, Saudi Foreign Minister criticizes 2015 Iranian nuclear deal.

Air India to fly over Saudi airspace to Israel

India's state-run carrier says its flights over Saudi airspace to Tel Aviv will begin March 22.

Iran: Saudi Crown Prince is 'simple-minded'

Iran lashes out at Saudi Crown Prince who likened Khamenei to Nazi leader Adolf Hitler.

Saudi Arabia threatens Middle East nuclear arms race

'If Iran builds atomic bomb, we will too,' says kingdom's Crown Prince, raising prospect of nuclear arms race in the Middle East.

Trump to host Saudi Crown Prince

U.S. President will host Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on March 20.

ANALYSIS:How Saudi Crown Prince is working on PA-Israel conflict

Crown prince Salman, el-Sisi - and Israel - plan a mega city connecting Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Trump's deal is also on the table.

Saudi Crown Prince: Turkey part of 'triangle of evil'

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says Turkey is part of “triangle of evil” with Iran and hardline Islamist groups.

Air India confirms: Flights to Tel Aviv over Saudi Arabia

For the first time, Saudi Arabia allows direct flights to and from Israel over its territory, shaving hours off flight time.

Netanyahu: Air India permitted to fly over Saudi Arabia

Netanyahu tells reporters Saudi Arabia granted Air India permission to fly over its territory on routes to and from Tel Aviv.

'Middle East is in a dangerous regional arms race'

Education Minister Bennett warns that a nuclear Middle East is a threat to the entire world.

El Al to fly over Saudi Arabia?

Israel's national airline eyes new flight path to India, dramatically cutting flight time. Are Saudis prepared to recognize Israel?

Saudi Princess promises more women's rights

Saudi top female official says kingdom is working to address deeper issues on the path to women's rights.

Saudi King fires military chief

Saudi King Salman fires host of top commanders in a major shake-up of the defense establishment.

Saudi Arabia increases financial aid to PA

Saudi government announces increase in financial aid to the Palestinian Authority.

Saudi Arabia to pursue nuclear program

Saudi Arabia plans to build 16 nuclear power plants over the course of 25 years.

Winds of change in Saudi Arabia

What is behind the attempts to create a good relationship between Israel and Saudi Arabia? Is everything related only to interests?

Religion and politics in the feud between Saudi Arabia and Qatar

Saudi Arabia:

We didn't say flights to Israel could use our airspace

Saudi Arabia denies reports of permission to use airspace for travel to Israel.

'The Palestinians can go to hell, they betrayed the Arab world'

Saudi blogger slams Palestinian Authority in viral video, calling PA 'ungrateful dogs'.

Saudi prince suspected of corruption released

Saudi billionaire Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal released after nearly three months in detention in connection with massive corruption probe.

Saudi-based Muslim body rejects Holocaust denial

Leader of Muslim World League says history is impartial, Holocaust denial is a crime.

Arab leaders: Negotiations possible, 'despite J'lem declaration'

Jordanian, Saudi leaders express 'optimism' at renewal of peace negotiations. 'Negotiations depend on the goodwill of the sides.'

TSA orders Middle East countries to inspect air cargo

TSA orders airports in Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE to carefully inspect U.S.-bound air cargo.

Saudi Arabia to allow Israel flyover rights?

In India, Netanyahu hints of possibility that Israel-India flights will fly over Saudi Arabia. 'We want direct flights to India.'

Khamenei: Saudis committing 'treason' against Muslims

Iran’s Supreme Leader accuses Saudi rulers of committing treason by aligning themselves with the United States and Israel.

Air India could fly to Israel - through Saudi Arabia?

Israel and India reportedly discussing the possibility that Air India could fly over Saudi Arabia on its way to Israel and back.

Iranian-backed rebels targeting Red Sea

Shiite Houthi rebels in Yemen threatening to prevent international boats from passing through the Red Sea.

'What would Yitzhak Herzog's grandfather think?'

Jewish Home MK slams Opposition leader Herzog's willingness to hand responsibility for Temple Mount to Saudi Arabia.

Herzog offers Saudis 'special role' on Temple Mount

Zionist Union MK Herzog says Israelis ready for peace, suggests offering Saudi Arabia central role in deciding Temple Mount's future.

Report: Saudi Arabia working with Israel against Iran

Swiss newspaper reports Israel, Saudi Arabia, working together to prevent Iran's expansion in the Middle East.

Egyptian officer: Ramallah can be Palestinian state's capital

NY Times reports Egyptian intelligence officer encouraged talk shows to support US Pres. Trump's recognition of Jerusalem.

Norwegian chess champion criticizes Saudi Arabia

Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen: Saudi Arabia shouldn't be allowed to host World Championship unless Israelis can attend.

World Chess Federation called to act against Saudi Arabia

English Chess Federation says Saudi Arabia should be stripped of hosting world championship over discrimination against Israelis.

Israel urges World Chess Federation to act against Saudi Arabia

Report: Israel Chess Federation asks that Saudi Arabia be denied the right to host world championship after denying Israelis entry.

Saudi Arabia bars Israeli chess champions from competition

Saudi Arabia refuses to allow Israeli chess players to compete at the international chess championship.

The case for supporting Riyadh's new young leader

Saudi King supports eastern J'lem as Palestinian state capital

During talks today in Riyadh, Saudi leader assures PA chairman he supports eastern J'lem as capital of future Palestinian state.

Saudi researcher:

'Arabs must acknowledge Jerusalem is holy to Jews'

Saudi researcher Abdelhameed Hakeem urges Arabs to learn from past mistakes and not miss another opportunity to achieve peace.

Palestinian Arab billionaire arrested in Saudi Arabia

Arab Bank Chairman held in Riyadh. Arab political sources cite attempt to ease pressure on Trump following declaration on Jerusalem.

Houthis: U.S. diverting attention from Jerusalem recognition

Yemen’s Houthi rebels dismiss accusations that Iran supplied them with missile fired at Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia: Trump serious about Israel-PA peace

Saudi foreign minister: U.S. serious about peace deal between Israelis and Palestinian Arabs, but plan is still being put together.

Haley presents proof Iran supplied missile to Houthis

U.S. ambassador to the UN presents evidence that a ballistic missile fired by Houthi rebels in Yemen was Iranian-made.

Intelligence Minister invites Saudi leadership to Israel

Minister calls for cooperation on regional peace plan, says Saudis should take role in negotiations with PA. 'PA can't make decisions.'

Jordan: Judaizing Jerusalem will bring violence and extremism

Jordanian, Saudi kings reiterate 'Palestinian right' to establish Jerusalem as capital of future 'Palestinian' state.