Saudi Arabia

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.

Erdogan Places Second on List of Most Influential Muslims

Turkish PM places second on list of Most Influential Muslims.

Life Sentence for Saudi Terrorist’s Plot on Bush’s Home

A Saudi national was sentenced to life in prison for plotting attacks on the home of former President George Bush and nuclear plants.

Saudi Woman Sues Ministry Over Driving Ban

A Saudi women’s rights activist filed a lawsuit against interior ministry over a decree banning women from obtaining driving licenses.

Saudi Grand Mufti: Cooperating with Foreign Media 'Major Crime'

Saudi Arabia’s Grand Mufti issued a religious edict prohibiting Arabs from contacting or cooperating with foreign media outlets.

UK Negotiates Military Deal with UAE

Britain is negotiating a military deal with the United Arab Emirates and if successful, will sell the Arab nation 60 new fighter jets.

Hollande Supports Syrian Transition Government

French President Francois Hollande meets Saudi King, says he supports a transitional Syrian opposition government.

10 Killed, 50 Injured in Saudi Truck Explosion

A truck transporting fuel exploded Thursday in the Saudi capital of Riyadh, killing approximately ten people and wounding some 50 others.

Home of Mohammed's Wife Turned into a Public Toilet

British Independent says disregard for Islam’s early history is due to Saudi regime’s adoption of Wahabism.

Saudi King Demands UN Resolution Condemning Religious Insults

Saudi King Abdullah demanded a U.N. resolution Saturday condemning insults on religions.

‘Saudi Arabia Funds Mossad Anti-Iran Operations’

An article posted by a former CBS News editor claims that none other than Saudi Arabia helps fund Israeli Mossad operations against Iran.

Saudi Arabia Arrests 14 Iranian Infiltrators

Saudi officers have arrested 14 Iranians trying to infiltrate on an Iranian boat. Official version: They got lost on their wait to Kuwait.

Saudi-Funded UN Agency Seeks to Edit Textbooks Worldwide

The UN agency that promotes education and which is heavily funded by Saudi Arabia, is seeking to edit school textbooks worldwide.

Man Pleads Guilty to Iranian Plot Against Saudi Ambassador

Manssor Arbabsiar pleads guilty to conspiring with the Iranian military to kill the Saudi ambassador to the United States.

Saudi Justice: 600 Lashes for Facebook ‘Indecency’

A Saudi Arabian man faces 600 lashes and five years in jail for making an indecent sex proposal on Facebook.

Obama's Next Arab Toppling Target: Saudi Arabia

IKEA 'Deletes' Women from Saudi Catalogue

Swedish home and furniture retailer Ikea has been criticized for deleting images of women from the Saudi version of its catalogue.

Saudi Arabia Threatens to Block YouTube Over Mohammed Film

Saudi Arabia threatens to block YouTube in the kingdom if Google does not respond to a request to deny access to an anti-Islam film.

Report: Saudis Threaten to Shoot Down Iran-Bound Israeli Planes

The Saudis said they would shoot down any Israeli planes that fly over its airspace on their way to or from Iran

UN General Assembly to Discuss Syria Crisis

UN General Assembly to meet on Syria, vote on a resolution that condemns the Security Council for failing to take action against Damascus.

To Eat or Not to Eat, That's the Question

Saudi Arabia warned non-Muslims residing in the kingdom to refrain from openly eating during the month of Ramadan, or else face deportation.

Saudis Give PA Emergency Donation, Fayyad Welcomes It

PA Prime Minister Salam Fayyad hails an emergency $100 million donation received from Saudi Arabia at the request of PA Chairman Abbas.

PA Appeals to Arab Ministers for More Money

The Palestinian Authority has appealed to the Arab League for more money, citing the “worst budget crisis” in nearly 20 years.

Abbas Meets Saudi King, Seeks Urgent Financial Aid

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas visits Saudi Arabia, meets King Abdullah to seek urgent aid for his administration.

Saudi Arabia Police Kill 2 Protesters

Police shot two men to death during a demonstration in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, activists reported Monday.

Saudi Organization Launches Overseas Marriage Initiative

A Saudi organization launched an initiative that aims at encouraging Saudi men inside the kingdom to marry Saudi girls living abroad.

Saudi Religious Police to Begin Operating at Tourist Attractions

The Saudi Arabian Religious Police is intending to work in tourist attractions in an effort to ensure tourists do not violate Islamic law.

Saudi Bomb Plot Terrorist Convicted in Texas

A Texas court has convicted a Saudi Arabian national of plotting to build and use a bomb in an attack against America.