Saudi Arabia

Saudi woman given 34 years in prison for using Twitter

The woman is a dental hygienist who was studying at Leeds College in the UK and had no known history of political activism.

Saudi Arabia: Woman given 34 years for retweeting activists

Human rights groups condemn Saudi Arabia for using counterterrorism laws to arrest, punish woman over tweets supporting activists.

IDF to consider letting soldiers fly in Saudi and Omani airspace

IDF policy currently prohibits soldiers from flying over the Arab kingdoms, but soon all flights to the east will take that route

Saudi Aramco reports 90% surge in quarterly profits

State owned oil company announces $48.4 billion net income during second quarter when gas prices hit record highs.

Interviewung Saudi plan initiator, author Ali Shihabi

Will an Israeli De Gaulle emerge to endorse Mr Shihabi’s plan as part of his platform in the upcoming Israeli elections? Op-ed.

Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine:Vote winner to Lapid, Gantz, Bibi

Promising voters to negotiate with Jordan on implementing this Saudi Plan is an assured vote winner.Op-ed.

Former Twitter worker found guilty of spying for Saudi Arabia

Jury finds Ahmad Abouammo guilty on criminal counts including money laundering, fraud, and being an illegal agent of a foreign government.

El Al receives official permission to fly over Saudi Arabia

The duration of Israeli airlines' eastbound flights is expected to shorten considerably - beginning next week.

Saudi imam calls to 'annihilate the plundering' Jews

Antisemitic sentiments are so deeply implanted in the Arab mindset that some are wondering how long it will take for them to accept us.

Deborah Lipstadt: I believe Saudi Arabia tour was 'net positive'

Deborah Lipstadt, back from Saudi Arabia, says progress underway on combatting antisemitism in Gulf states.

Saudi Arabia welcomes elimination of Al-Qaeda leader

Saudi Arabia stresses importance of efforts to eradicate terrorism after US announces elimination of Ayman Al-Zawahiri.

Op-ed:

The way is being paved for the Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine

Israel, Jordan and the PLO/PA seem to be moving along on the Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine plans. Can it be? Op-ed.

Uproar over Trump hosting controversial Saudi-funded tournament

Families of 9-11 victims protesting the former president's involvement in new Saudi-led venture attempting to 'whitewash' the country.

100 years ago the Mandate for Palestine Saga began

July 24, 1922 marks the centennial of the British Mandate's start. It could also be the start of a new solution to the conflict. Op-ed.

El Al to operate direct flights to Australia - via Saudi Arabia

Flight from Israel to Australia expected to take 15 hours, and if approved will make El Al the only airline to fly that route.

Former Saudi spymaster: Crown prince wanted to kill his father

'Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman should be afraid of the information in my possession,' claims former Saudi spy chief.

Biden's misguided approach to Saudi Arabia

His tactless approach to MBS is matched by his illogical anti-fossil fuel decisions. Logic has no role to play. Op-ed.

Saudi Arabia:

Man arrested for helping Israeli journalist reach Mecca

Saudi local arrested after helping Israeli journalist Gil Tamari enter Mecca, in violation of rules for non-Muslims.

Watch: Saudi activist plays 'HaTikva' on Arabic instrument

Mohammed Saud posted a video of himself performing Israel's national anthem with the inscription: 'Preparing for peace and normalization'

Iranian-backed Houthis threaten new round of fighting in Yemen

The proxy militia is reacting to Biden's visit to the region in a very negative light after being offered an additional ceasefire.

Abbas thanks Saudi leaders for backing two-state solution

PA chairman writes Saudi King and Crown Prince, thanks them for backing Palestinian cause during summit with Biden.

Watch: Israeli news broadcast on Saudi soil

An Israeli reporter says he's been treated surprisingly well by his Saudi hosts.

Watch: Biden gets testy - 'What a silly question'

President Biden would have none of it when asked about his behavior towards the Saudi crown prince.

Watch: Biden says he blamed Saudi leader for journalist's death

The President says he blamed the Saudi crown prince for the untimely death of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Saudi Arabia and Israel: Clouds on the new horizon

Saudi policy demands the creation of 'Palestine', yet 'Palestine' would be no friend of the Saudis. Op-ed.

Saudi Arabia conditions normalization on two-state solution

Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister: We have made it clear that peace comes at the end of Arab Peace Initiative process

Steps toward normalization?

Agreement reached with Saudis on Red Sea islands, airspace

Speaking from Jeddah, Biden announces two agreements with Saudi Arabia which are considered to be steps towards normalization with Israel.

Biden, Saudi Crown Prince meet for three hours

After departing from Israel, Biden arrives in Jeddah, meets Saudi Crown Prince and his father, King Salman.

Senior WH correspondent:

Joe Biden’s visit ‘reaffirming of US-Israel relationship’

Ed O'Keefe, CBS News senior White House correspondent, explains that Biden's visit was mutually beneficial to the US and Israel.

Mansour Abbas: I am against direct flights to Saudi Arabia

Ra'am chairman says in interview that direct flights from Israel to Saudi Arabia would harm relations with Jordan: Ra'am: He was misquoted.

Ahead of normalization?

Saudi Arabia to open airspace to all carriers

No specific mention of Israel, but Saudi Arabia’s aviation authority announces the Kingdom's airspace will be opened for all air carriers.

Israeli officials:

'Steps toward Saudi-Israel normalization expected'

Officials tell Axios steps toward normalizing relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel will be announced after Biden's Saudi Arabia visit.

Report:

Saudi Arabia to allow Israeli flights to use its airspace

Saudis also expected to allow Muslims to take charter flights directly from Israel to Saudi Arabia to participate in the Hajj.

Is Biden flip-flopping on Saudi Arabia?

Some experts are saying Biden's trip has failed before it's even begun, with the Saudis having nothing to gain by meeting US demands.

US National Security Advisor:

'Iran planning to provide Russia with UAVs to use in Ukraine'

Jake Sullivan says President will work to promote Israel-Saudi relations but "normalization will be a long process."

Netanyahu vows to sign peace deal with Saudi Arabia if elected

Opposition leader says choice is between left-wing government dependent on Ra'am and the Joint List or nationalist government led by him.

Report:

US considering selling offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia

Final decision depends on Saudi Arabia working to end war in Yemen, report says.

Biden:

Flight from Israel to Saudi Arabia is a symbol of normalization

US President Joe Biden publishes op-ed ahead of Middle East visit. "We rebuilt U.S. ties with the Palestinians".

Saudi Arabia welcomes back its Jewish community

Jewish organizations are showing their appreciation for the Saudi Prince, who has made it a priority to rebuild the local community.

Saudi Arabia agrees to allow Israel to fly over its airspace

'Hope for breakthrough in relations with Saudi Arabia understandable, but not realistic,' source says.

Friendly suggestions for Biden’s upcoming Middle East trip

What does Biden expect to accomplish during his brief visit to the Middle East? What “national security” assurances can he give? Op-ed.

Watch: Israel & Saudi Arabia involved in security negotiations

Israel is trying to strengthen ties with the Saudis, in part as a way of bolstering the anti-Iran alliance in the region.

Deborah Lipstadt

Lipstadt to make debut tour as antisemitism czar in Saudi Arabia

Deborah Lipstadt’s first overseas tour as antisemitism czar will be in Saudi Arabia, a signal of the kingdom’s efforts to change its image.

Report:

Biden working on 'road map' for Saudi-Israel normalization

Officials say White House has been working on a “road map for normalization” between Israel and Saudi Arabia ahead of Biden visit.

'Morally bankrupt': Biden humiliated by Saudi Arabia

The US President continues blaming Russia for rising gas prices, while he, himself, is on a campaign to sabotage the industry.

Biden:

'No bilateral meeting with Saudi Crown Prince'

US President says he is not going to have a bilateral meeting with Mohammed bin Salman during his trip to the region next month.

Ambassador Friedman on Biden's trip: 'Low expectations'

The US ambassador under Trump says Biden is as weak a president as they get, blasts his administration's energy policy.

Conference of Presidents:

Biden’s visit to Israel signals alliance 'remains rock-solid'

American Jewish org praises visit as paving the way for further normalization in the region.

Source:

White House to announce Biden's Israel trip this week

Source confirms to Reuters Biden will travel to Saudi Arabia and Israel next month.

Biden expected to visit Israel in mid-July

Biden expected to arrive in Jerusalem on July 14 and also meet PA chairman during the visit.

Biden:

'I haven't yet decided about Saudi trip'

Sources have said Biden was planning a trip to Saudi Arabia in late June.

US looks to fully reset relations with Saudi Arabia

Biden to mend fences with Saudis after calling Gulf kingdom a "pariah" during 2020 election.

PGA suspends golfers playing in controversial Saudi series

Star golfers suspended from PGA Tour criticized for putting money over ethics.

Are Saudi Arabia and Israel headed for diplomatic breakthrough?

The Saudis have so far held out in formalizing ties with the Jewish State, citing a lack of progress on the 'Palestinian' issue.

Biden has no ‘direct plans’ to visit Saudi Arabia this month

U.S. President Joe Biden shoots down reports on that he is planning an official visit to Saudi Arabia at the end of June.

House Committee probing Saudi investment with Kushner's firm

House of Representatives committee investigating whether Jared Kushner improperly used government position to obtain funds from Saudis.

The history of Israel's secret relations with Saudi Arabia

IDF, Mossad, security officials have been visiting Saudi Arabia secretly for over a decade as the two countries have shared mutual threats.

TV report:

Senior Israeli official secretly visited Saudi Arabia

The visit comes amid a warming of ties between the countries and ahead of Biden's visit to the region.

Talks with Saudis reportedly underway but can Biden be trusted?

A Saudi adviser says it will take a lot to repair the damage caused by the US administration in its relationship with the Gulf states.

Report: Biden’s advisers on secret visit to Saudi Arabia

Normalization with Israel among the issues on the agenda in Brett McGurk and Amos Hochstein visit to Saudi Arabia.