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Oil settles up on renewed US-Iran hostilities and threat of Red Sea closure

Oil prices climbed significantly on Friday, reaching their highest point in over a month. Escalating hostilities between the United States and Iran intensified attacks across the Gulf region. Shipping routes face potential closure, impacting global oil flows and prices. Saudi Arabia has redirected significant crude exports to avoid the Strait…

The Economic Times

Oil Producers Are Trying to Leave the Strait of Hormuz Behind. Iran Has Other Plans.

Governments across the Gulf are accelerating pipeline construction after Iran and its regional allies intensified attacks on commercial shipping, but experts say pipelines remain exposed to military strikes from Tehran.

International Business Times

Saudi Arabia rolls over $3 billion loan to Pakistan: Report

Saudi Arabia has rolled over its USD 3 billion debt to Pakistan. Pakistan's finance minister confirmed the debt rollover was completed. The country's foreign exchange reserves currently stand at USD 18.5 billion.

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Saudi Arabia-backed developer seeks World Cup stadium investors, sources say

Saudi Arabia's ROSHN Group is seeking investors for its Aramco Stadium venue. JPMorgan is managing the fundraising process for this significant project. The state-backed developer aims to free up capital for economic transformation initiatives. This stadium transaction will mirror previous pipeline deals for infrastructure funding. Private investors are being approached…

The Economic Times

Pakistan worries about being drawn into US-Iran conflict after Houthis attack Saudi Arabia

Recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have frustrated Pakistan significantly. These actions threaten to draw Islamabad into the conflict, complicating its mediation efforts. Pakistan has a mutual defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and soldiers deployed there. Growing concerns exist about Houthi escalation disrupting Red Sea shipping routes. Pakistani leaders have…

The Economic Times

Huge development arises on Callum McGregor's future amid Saudi transfer links

Celtic captain Callum McGregor will not reunite with Brendan Rodgers in Saudi Arabia this summer, it is understood.

The National (Scotland)

EWC 2026’s move to Paris is a global flex, Saudi prince says — not a step back

The Esports Foundation's board member pushes back on the idea that hosting EWC 2026 in Paris signals a pullback from Saudi Arabia's long-term esports strategy.

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Tensions Have Flared Up Around Hormuz Again. Now Iran is Signaling that A Key Red Sea Gateway Could Be Next

Mohammed al-Farah, a member of the political bureau of the Houthi movement, said Yemen's armed forces were prepared to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait if Saudi Arabia continued military operations against Yemen.

International Business Times

Saudi Arabia is building a giant car-free region beside the Red Sea, but its futuristic city plans have changed

Back in 2017, Saudi Arabia announced something that sounded almost too big to be real, an entire new region along the Red Sea coast, bigger than Belgium, built from scratch around clean energy, zero cars and a completely new way of living. Called NEOM, the project's most famous piece was…

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia warns expats of SR50,000 fine, jail and deportation for overstaying entry visas

Saudi Arabia has warned expatriates that remaining in the Kingdom after the expiry of their entry visas could result in fines of up to SR50,000, imprisonment for up to six months and deportation.

The Times of India

Iran threatens to cut off vital seaways in response to Trump's renewed blockade

After closing the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran on Wednesday threatened to shut additional energy export routes including the Bab el-Mandeb gateway to the Red Sea, a major global shipping route through which Saudi Arabia exports its oil. The warning comes after the US launched a fresh round of strikes on…

France 24

Crude shipments from Saudi Arabia's Yanbu port near maximum levels amid Houthi tensions

Saudi Arabia is maximizing oil exports through its Yanbu port this week. Increased loadings at Yanbu reflect rising tensions with Yemen's Houthi militia. The kingdom is also considering pipeline expansion to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. Shipments from Yanbu have averaged over four million barrels daily recently. Concerns exist that…

The Economic Times

Sneako fuels new debate with ‘indoctrinate America’ message during Saudi Arabia trip amid growing backlash

Sneako is facing continued criticism after comments he made at a FIFA World Cup gathering in New York. During a visit to Saudi Arabia, he posted a photo with the Quran and wrote that he was “preparing to indoctrinate America.” He also responded to Adin Ross, saying he would leave…

The Times of India

Saudi, Houthis edge towards war as Middle East conflict spills over

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis are nearing renewed conflict after recent attacks. Houthi fighters claimed large-scale strikes on Saudi Arabia, ending a four-year truce. The Yemeni government's backer, Riyadh, is prepared to retaliate against Houthi infrastructure targets. This escalation risks further destabilizing the Middle East region and its fault lines.…

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One misstep away: Pakistan’s Iran tightrope faces its toughest test

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi movement are facing renewed conflict, raising regional escalation fears and making Pakistan's strategic balance between Saudi Arabia and Iran more difficult. A recent Saudi-Pakistan defence pact has added more complexity to Islamabad's obligations. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait's importance has grown as shipping disruptions have become…

The Independent UK

Yemen at risk of getting dragged back into war as Saudis and Houthis exchange airstrikes

A truce that ended nearly a decade of war in Yemen has mostly held since 2022

Radio France Internationale

Ethiopia 'closely engaged' over citizens facing execution in Saudi Arabia

Ethiopia says it's continuing "sustained diplomatic and consular efforts" to help dozens of its citizens facing the death penalty in Saudi Arabia, after an international rights group warned that at least 58 Ethiopian migrants are at imminent risk of execution.

The Economic Times

Keeping watch on West Asia developments, will support exporters if needed: Official

With a vigilant eye on West Asia's evolving situation, India emphasizes its support for exporters amidst rising challenges. An Inter-Ministerial Group is actively monitoring the trade and energy implications resulting from the ongoing crisis. While exports to the UAE have thrived, Saudi Arabia has witnessed a drop. Notably, Indian exporters…

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Iranian flights to Yemen are violation of sovereignty, says Yemeni official

Plane bringing Houthi delegation home from Tehran had to divert after Yemeni government bombed Sana’a airport

The Economic Times

Saudi Arabia warns visitors against visa overstays; violators face fines, imprisonment and deportation

Saudi Arabia has warned foreign visitors to depart before their entry visas expire. Overstaying visas can result in significant fines, imprisonment, and deportation from the Kingdom. Authorities recently arrested over fifteen thousand violators of residency and labor laws. Many individuals are currently undergoing legal procedures for various immigration offenses. The…

The Economic Times

Saudi Crown Prince sought US support before launching strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, Trump backed action: Report

US President Trump backed Saudi Crown Prince's request for military action. Riyadh initiated operations against Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen. This move followed concerns over Houthi operations and a contested Iranian flight. Saudi forces targeted Sanaa airport after an Iranian aircraft landed there. Houthis retaliated with strikes on Saudi Arabia's…

The Times of India

Yemen truce shatters as Houthis fire missiles at Saudi Arabia after airport strike

Houthi rebels launched drone and missile attacks on Saudi Arabia's Abha airport. This action followed Yemen's government bombing Sanaa airport's runway earlier that day. The strikes ended a four-year period of relative calm between the two sides. The Houthis vowed retaliation after accusing Saudi Arabia of aggression. This escalation threatens…

The Economic Times

Oil climbs to one-month high as US, Iran step up attacks in Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices climbed to a four-week high on Tuesday. The United States reinstated its naval blockade of Iran. Two United Arab Emirates tankers were struck by Iranian missiles. The United States conducted strikes against Iran for a third night. Houthi rebels fired missiles at Saudi Arabia after accusing them.

The Independent UK

Iran-backed Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of striking Yemen's international airport

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen say Saudi airstrikes hit Sanaa International Airport

The Economic Times

India's exports to West Asia region evened out in June: Commerce Secretary

India's exports to West Asia grew 7.29 percent to USD 5 billion in June. Shipments to the UAE increased while those to Saudi Arabia saw a decline. Imports from the UAE and Oman registered positive growth during this period. Indian exporters are utilizing Omani ports to facilitate regional trade. The…

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