Saudi Arabia

Warring Yemen Parties Agree a Ceasefire is Needed

Yemen's warring parties agreed at peace talks on the need for a ceasefire, but fail to work out the details.

Saudi Beheading Streak Already Surpasses Last Year

Saudi Arabia brings beheading tally to 100 just halfway through the year; human rights groups decry unfair trials and brutal punishment.

Swedish Foreign Minister Blasts 'Medieval' Saudi Arabia

Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom accuses Saudi Arabia of handing a "medieval" punishment to blogger sentenced to 1,000 lashes.

Three Beheaded in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh decapitates one Syrian drug trafficker and two Saudis convicted of murder amid dispute over fair trial.

Saudi Court Upholds Sentence for Blogger who 'Insulted Islam'

Saudi Arabia's supreme court upholds a sentence of 10 years in jail and 1,000 lashes against blogger Raif Badawi.

Poll: Most Saudis Believe Iran a Greater Threat than Israel

An opinion poll conducted by an Israeli college finds that Saudi Arabians are more concerned by Iran and ISIS than by Israel.

Watch: Activist Punks Saudi Officials

When gay-hanging Saudi Arabia held a job fair at the Gaylord National Resort, the opportunity was just too good to miss for David Keyes.

Wife Killer, Drug Smuggler Beheaded in Saudi Arabia

Two beheadings bring number of executions in gulf kingdom to 92 so far this year, drawing criticism from rights groups.

Saudi Arabia: We Won't Stand By While Iran Meddles in the Region

Saudi Foreign Minister accuses Iran of “interfering in the Middle East’s affairs”, says his country will not stand idly by.

Watch: Worshippers Flee as Suicide Bomb Hits Saudi Shia Mosque

Worshippers flee as bomb explodes outside Saudi mosque; bomber was dressed as a woman.

Saudi Arabia Looks for New Executioners, Beginners Welcome

Not Raqqa - Riyadh: Saudi government giving free training for aspiring executioners to carry out capital punishment under Sharia law.

ISIS Claims Deadly Suicide Bombing on Saudi Shi'ite Mosque

Saudi King Salman vows justice after bombing kills 21 at prayer and wounds 81 others, as state cracks down on ISIS cell responsible.

Suicide Bomber Lethally Strikes Saudi Shi'ite Mosque

Bombing during Friday prayers leaves several dead and dozens wounded, targeting Shi'ite mosque in Sunni-majority state.

Who Funds the “Academic Scholarship” that Delegitimizes Israel?

Saudis Resume Airstrikes in Yemen After Ceasefire Ends

Saudi Arabian-led coalition resumes airstrikes against Houthi rebels, hours after the expiry of a humanitarian truce.

Saudis to Buy Nukes from Pakistan - US Officials

Saudi Arabia is in discussions to purchase Pakistani nuclear weapons. Riyadh has said that this is how it would respond to a nuclear Iran.

Fighting Continues in Yemen Despite Ceasefire

Houthis and a Saudi-led coalition continue to fight each other in Yemen. A ceasefire came into effect on Tuesday but has had little effect.

Obama Hails Friendship with Saudi Arabia as King Skips Summit

President Obama hails America's "extraordinary friendship" with Saudi Arabia as he hosts Gulf leaders for talks on Iran.

Humanitarian Ceasefire Begins in Yemen

Five-day humanitarian truce between Saudi-led coalition and Houthi rebels takes effect.

Saudi Arabia: King Didn't Mean to Snub Obama

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister says King Salman's decision not to attend summit was not intended to snub the United States.

Saudi Preacher: Jews Poison Muslims Through Social Media

Saudi Islamist preacher warns against WhatsApp, Twitter, and Facebook, says they are controlled by Jews.

White House: No Saudi Concern Over Camp David Summit

White House says Saudi Arabia did not raise any concerns about upcoming regional summit which the Saudi king has decided not to attend.

Saudi King to Skip Summit with Obama

King Salman will not attend summit of Persian Gulf leaders with President Obama, will send Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef instead.

Houthis Agree to Five-Day Humanitarian Ceasefire

Houthi rebels agree to five-day humanitarian ceasefire proposed by Saudi Arabia, warn they will respond to any violations.

Saudi Carrier Cancels Contract Over Emergency Landing in Israel

Contract for Portuguese company revoked after Riyadh's flagship carrier made an unauthorized stop for routine maintenance.

Report: US to Offer Saudis Bunker Buster Bombs

The United States is likely to offer Saudi Arabia its advanced GBU-28 bunker buster bombs - so far only provided to Israel - report says.

Why Did a Saudi Plane Land in Israel?

Saudi Airlines plane lands overnight in Ben-Gurion due to technical difficulties, despite lack of official diplomatic relations with Israel.

France, Saudi Arabia: Iran Deal Must Not Destabilize Region

France and Saudi Arabia present united front, say future deal between Iran and six major powers must not destabilize the region further.

Egypt Recommits to Saudi Airstrikes in Yemen

In sign of growing alliance against Iranian hegemony, Egypt extends military deployment in Gulf by 3 months to fight Houthis.

Start of a Ground Op? Saudi Troops Reportedly Land in Yemen

Yemeni government officials claim a small contingent of Arab coalition troops arrived in Aden to help fight Houthis; Saudis deny.

US: Changes in Saudi Arabia Won't Dampen Relations

King Salman replaced a number of ministers, in a move seen as bolstering the fight against Iran.

Arabs from Saudi Arabia to Iraq Voice Support for Israel

From Jeddah with love? How an Arab Israeli soldier's quest to enlist his countrymen led him to an unexpected source of pro-Israel sentiment.

Iranian Plane Breaches Saudi No-Fly Zone in Yemen

Saudis bomb runway at Sana'a airport to block Iranian plane from landing, amid fears Iran will further arm Houthis.

Iran Threatens Saudis After Aid Planes Blocked

Iran says Saudi jets stopped Iranian planes carrying 'humanitarian aid' to Yemen, as tensions between Sunni-Shi'ite rival states grow.

UN Chief Concerned Over Renewed Airstrikes in Yemen

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon voices concern after Saudi-led coalition renews airstrikes on Houthis.

Saudi Arabia: We'll Continue to Stop Houthis in Yemen

Saudi ambassador says his country will continue to use force to stop Houthis from making advances in Yemen.

Despite 'End of War,' Saudi Jets Punish Yemen

Fighting goes on in Yemen despite Saudi declaration that Operation Decisive Storm is over.

Iran Welcomes End of Saudi Operation in Yemen

Iran's foreign ministry says it welcomes the "halt to killing innocent and defenseless people" in Yemen.

Saudi-led Arab Coalition Ends Yemen Airstrike Campaign

Airstrikes on Iran-backed Houthis comes to an end after 'achieving its goals,' with Saudis announcing new 'Operation Restoration of Hope.'

Yemen Rejects Iran's 'Peace Plan'

Yemen throws out 'four-point peace plan' submitted by Iran, which hopes to preserve the Houthis' military gains on the ground.

France Begins to Provide Weapons to Lebanon

First French weapons from a $3 billion Saudi-funded program to arrive in Lebanon on Monday.

Druze Lebanese Leader: Nasrallah Is an 'Ingrate'

Lebanese Druze leader Walid Jumblatt over the weekend slammed Hezbollah for its support of Iran's assistance to Houthi rebels.

Iran Readies for War, Raises Security Level

As Iranian gears up for a possible showdown with Saudi Arabia over Yemen, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dismissed what “American threats."

Clinton Foundation to Drop Saudi Donations After Firestorm

The Clinton Foundation will continue to accept donations from foreign countries – but not from Saudi Arabia.

Saudis: More than 500 Houthis Killed So Far

Six Saudi servicemen have been killed since Saudi-led airstrikes in Yemen began. Saudi FM: we are not at war with Iran.

Did a Leading Saudi Cleric Permit Men to Eat Their Wives?

Disputed report claims Mufti of Saudi Arabia says husbands facing 'severe hunger' can eat their wives - who should gladly comply.

Kerry: We're There for Our Mideast Allies

The United States will not allow Tehran to run amok and do as it pleases in the Middle East, said Secretary of State John Kerry.

Yemen Battle Turning Into a US-Iran Proxy Showdown

End of US-Iranian rapprochement? US Deputy Secretary of State says weapons and intel backing to Saudi-coalition will be boosted.

Saudi Arabia Pummels Houthis in Yemen; Flood of Refugees Begins

Mass exodus as neighboring countries evacuate their citizens from the fighting; hundreds dead over the week in bombings.

Despite Rivalry with Iran, Saudis Welcome Nuclear Deal

Saudi Arabian government announces Monday that it welcomes interim deal, hopes final deal will rid entire region of nuclear weapons.

What Might a Middle East Nuclear Arms Race Look Like?

Nuclear brinkmanship in the Middle East would not necessarily resemble past nuclear rivalries around the world.

Does Israel Need to Worry about Saudi Outreach to Turkey?

Saudi Arabia is trying to build a bloc of Sunni states to combat Iran. Does that mean it will cut loose Israeli cooperation?

Yemen Conflict Could be Good for Israel, Says Expert

The Arab world could join forces to ward off Iran on its own, Dr. Dan Schueftan says - and help Israel in the process.

Houthis Could Turn Yemen into a 'Saudi Vietnam'

With homefield advantage and Iranian military advisers, Saudi Arabia might not be able to avoid getting bogged down.

Egyptian Troops Show Commitment to Yemen War

Egypt has deepened its relationship with Saudi Arabia, and it's not all about the money.

Saudi Arabia's 'United Arab Army' Aimed at Iran, Not Israel

Despairing of Washington's foreign policy, Saudi Arabia takes the reins to lead a divided Arab World against Iran.

Saudi-Led Ground Invasion of Yemen 'Within Days'

Yemeni Foreign Minister said he expects nine member Arab coalition troops to be inside Yemen soon.

Iran-Backed Houthi Conquest Escalates at Strategic Port of Aden

Fierce clashes at southern port controlling entrance to Red Sea and Eilat; Houthis get help from ex-president as Saudi coalition strikes.

Saudi Arabia: Yemen Airstrikes Will Continue Until Hadi Can Rule

Saudi military spokesman says airstrikes in Yemen will continue until Yemeni President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi is able to rule.

New Arab-World Leader Emerges: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's offensive against the takeover of Yemen has established the kingdom as the leader of the Arab world.