Saudi Arabia

Kerry Visits Riyadh, Tries to Patch Souring Relations

US Secretary of State travels to Saudi Arabia in bid to smooth tensions over US Mid-East policy

Saudi Arabia: Shocking Video Highlights Abuse of Migrant Workers

Footage of violent attack against migrant worker by his employer goes viral, offering a disturbing insight into abuse faced by many.

Saudis Pushing UN Resolution to Condemn Syria Violence

Saudi Arabia's UN resolution would condemn "violations of human rights" by Assad's government.

Saudi Arabia Jails 'Israeli Spy'

Jordanian national sentenced to nine years in prison over charges he spied for Israel.

"Palestine"? Livni is Wrong, Prince Bandar is Right

Nasrallah Blames Saudis for Syria's Problems

Hezbollah head accuses Saudi Arabia of blocking a political solution to the conflict in Syria.

'No Woman No Drive'

Arab artist and social activist finds a creative way to oppose - and ridicule - Saudi Arabian ban on women drivers.

Saudi Arabia Threatens to Use Force Against Women Drivers

Saudi Arabia warns against “disturbing social peace” as women plan to challenge a de facto ban on them driving.

Report: US-Saudi Rift Widening Over Obama Middle East Policy

Saudi spy chief tells diplomats his country is preparing to scale-back its cooperation with US in aiding Syrian rebels.

Rights Group Slams Saudi Arabia's 'Hot Air' Over Human Rights

Amnesty International report accuses Saudi government of failing to live up to any of its human rights commitments.

Qatar Welcomes Saudi Decision to Reject UNSC Seat

The Qatari foreign minister thanks his Saudi counterpart for rejecting a seat on the United Nations Security Council.

Arab Nations Urge Saudis to Take Security Council Seat

Arab nations have appealed to Saudi Arabia to reverse its decision to reject a seat on the United Nations Security Council.

Saudi Arabia Rejects Security Council Seat

Saudis refuse seat on the Security Council because of its inaction on Syria. UN Watch: Saudi refusal a “victory for human rights.”

Video: Saudi Woman Drives Car Despite Ban

A woman in Saudi Arabia posts a clip of herself driving, pledges to continue to drive despite a decree banning women from doing so.

Saudi Foreign Minister Cancels U.N. Speech

Angry over the UN's "inability to resolve Palestine issue," Saudi Arabia cancels its address to the UN General Assembly.

Journalist: Saudis, Gulf States 'Shocked' By Obama-Rouhani Chat

Saudi Arabian officials have sharply criticized President Obama for conducting phone conversation with Iranian President Rouhani.

WWII Deja Vu: Pro-British Arabs vs. Pro-Nazi Muslims

Heaviest Man Alive Airlifted to Hospital in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's King intervenes to help transfer a 1,345 pound young man from his bed to a medical center in the country's capital.

50 Lashes for Twitter Insult

Saudi Arabian man sentenced to lashes for insulting his tribe on Twitter.

Saudi King Pledges Support for Egypt

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah says the kingdom supports Egypt in its fight “against terrorism.”

Saudi Arabia Arrests Two Terror Suspects

Saudi Arabia arrested two men suspected of plotting terror attacks. Arrests may be connected to recent closure of Western embassies.

Saudi Arabia Praises EU Ban, Calls for UN Pressure

Saudi Arabia hails EU boycott, calls on international community to increase pressure on Israel.

Saudi Arabian Airlines Defends Discrimination Against Israelis

The director general of Saudi Arabian Airlines has defended the company's decision not to fly Israelis from U.S. airports.

Report: Saudis Aiming Missiles at Israel and Iran

Satellite photography suggests that Saudi Arabia has ballistic missiles pointed at both Israel and Iran.

Saudi Arabia Congratulates New Egyptian Ruler, West ‘Concerned’

Saudi Arabia’s king has already congratulated Egypt’s new head of state, while Western leaders express concern and call for “dialogue.”

Canada Shuts Down Cairo Embassy

Canada has shut down its embassy in Cairo as a result of continuing unrest in Egypt.

Saudi Arabia Jails Seven for Facebook Activism

Saudi Arabia has sent seven Shi'ite Muslims to jail for up to ten years for posting status messages calling for anti-government protests.

US Secy of State Heads to Jordan on New Shuttle Diplomacy Tour

US Secy of State John Kerry is leaving Kuwait and heading to Jordan on his latest Mideast shuttle diplomacy mission.

Health Officials: Arab 'Traffic' Puts Israel At Risk for MERS

Israeli health officials said they were keeping a close eye on the spread of a new virus in the Middle East

Syrian Rebels: We've Received Heavy Weapons from Saudis

Rebel sources tell British newspaper that Saudi Arabia has supplied them with “Konkurs” anti-tank missiles.

Saudi Arabia is Hottest New Twitterspace

Saudi Arabia is the hottest new Twitterspace in the cyber world, according to a recent report by GlobalWebIndex.

Report: France, Belgium, Saudis Send Weapons to Syrian Rebels

Reports on Monday said that Syrian rebels have begun receiving weapons from France and Belgium, via Saudi Arabia

Nearly 15 Million Sign Anti-Morsi Petition

Nearly 15 million people have signed a petition to to “remove confidence” in Egypt’s Islamist President Mohamed Morsi.

Saudi Arabia Bans Viber Messaging Application

Saudi Arabia shuts down Internet messenger application Viber for failing to comply with unspecified regulations.

Saudi Aid Convoy Enters 'Besieged' Gaza

Despite claims by Hamas that Israel is keeping Gaza under “siege”, a convoy carrying medical aid from Saudi Arabia arrives from Egypt.

Analysis: On the Sunni Side of the Street

Don't let the word "containment" distract you: a pact with the Saudis is good, says Mark Langfan.

Flash Flood Overtakes Saudi Arabia, Kills 16

Sixteen people have been killed and three more are missing in Saudi Arabia after downpours caused flash floods in several areas of kingdom.

Three Saudis Imprisoned for Plotting to Kill Americans

An anti-terror court has sentenced three Saudis to six years in prison each for plotting to kill Americans.

Saudi Arabia Builds Luxury Rehab Center for Terrorists

Saudi Arabia is hoping to wean jailed Al-Qaeda terrorists off extremism with a luxury rehabilitation center in Riyadh.

Hagel to Finalize Arms Deal with Israel, Saudi Arabia and UAE

$10 billion arms deal with Israel, Saudi Arabia and the UAE will see the U.S. providing missiles, warplanes and troop transports.

Saudi Arabia: 'WhatsApp' Breaks Rules

Saudi Arabia warns that it will implement "suitable measures" if providers of Internet messenger apps fail to comply with regulations.

Saudi Arabia May Ban Skype, WhatsApp, Viber

Saudi Arabia may ban Skype, WhatsApp and Viber if the software firms don’t give the government with a way to monitor user communications.

Saudi Arabia Arrests 18 Alleged 'Spies', Including Iranian

Saudi authorities have arrested 18 suspected spies, including an Iranian and a Lebanese, on charges of espionage for a foreign country.

Saudi Arabia’s Lack of Swordsmen Kills Ancient Execution Method

What’s a kingdom to do when carrying out the ancient death sentence of beheading is impossible due to a lack of skilled swordsmen?

Iran Accused of Assisting Terrorism in Bahrain and Yemen

Arab interior ministers accuse Iran of supplying "logistic help to terrorist operations" in Bahrain and Yemen.

Saudi Firing Squad Publicly Executes Seven 'Robbers'

A Saudi firing squad on Wednesday publicly executed seven men convicted of armed robbery, the interior ministry announced.

Saudi Arabia Orders Walmart to Build ‘Mechitzeh’ Gender Wall

Saudi Arabia orders Walmart stores to build a mechitzeh (a wall) to separate sexes in the workplace, similar to many synagogues.

Kerry Warns Iran Has ‘Finite Amount of Time’ for Nuclear Talks

US Secy of State John Kerry warned Monday talks with Iran over its nuclear development activities “will not go on for the sake of talks.”

Kerry, Abbas Discuss Peace, Obama’s Trip to Mideast

US Secy of State John Kerry and PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas chatted in Riyadh Monday about the prospects for peace, among other topics.

Kerry Skips Israel, Scheduled to 'Lunch' With Abbas

Secretary of State John Kerry will not travel to Israel, but will meet with PA Chairman Mahmud Abbas in Riyadh on Monday.

Saudi Arabia, Sudan Navies Launch First Joint Military Exercises

The navies of Sudan and Saudi Arabia have launched their first joint military exercises in the Red Sea.

'Burkas for Babies' Controversy in Saudi Arabia

A Saudi Arabian cleric is calling for all female babies to wear the burka, an enveloping garment that includes a veil that covers the face.

Report: Official Gov't News Agency Bombed in Syria

The offices of the government-owned Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) have been bombed in Damascus, according to Arab news reports.

Syria Planned Attack in Mecca – Report

Arab newspaper says Syrian consulate in Saudi Arabia planned a terror attack during pilgrimages.

Saudi Women Protesters Arrested, Spark Arab Spring II?

A group of protesting Saudi Arabian women arrested this month prompted a groundswell of outrage that may lead to a new Arab Spring II.

Saudis Offer More Money to Cash-Strapped PA

Saudi Arabia will contribute $20 million each month to the Palestinian Authority, a Saudi official says.

PA to Receive $100 Million from Saudi Arabia

The Palestinian Authority, facing its worst financial crisis ever, will receive financial assistance from Saudi Arabia.

UAE Nabs Terror Cell Plotting Attacks

The UAE announced that it has nabbed a cell of Saudi and Emirati members plotting terror attacks in the two countries and other states.

King of Saudi Arabia 'Clinically Dead'

The king of Saudi Arabia, King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz, is clinically dead, reports the daily Al-Sharq il-Awsat.

Missiles for Rebels May Spell the End of Assad

Censures for war crimes, 40,000 dead and sanctions have not stopped Assad, but rebels, armed with new missiles, may spell his end.