Saudi Declares Mecca Red Line After Houthi Drone Attack
#SaudiArabia #HouthiConflictSaudi Arabia declared Mecca a "red line" after accusing Houthi rebels of a thwarted drone attack, which the Houthis deny. The kingdom faces attacks on oil infrastructure amid Iran war tensions, while Turkey and Pakistan await defense pact requests. read more
9/11 Widow Blasts U.S. Leaders Over Saudi Ties at Ground Zero
#September11 #SaudiArabiaAt the 9/11 memorial, widow Terry Strada accused Saudi Arabia of complicity and criticized US leaders for protecting the kingdom. Her remarks drew applause as families demanded justice and unredacted files after 25 years. read more
Trump Rejects Saudi Plea for Strikes on Houthis
#SaudiArabia #HouthisSaudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman twice called President Trump Thursday, urging strikes on Houthi forces in Yemen. Trump declined, as Washington prioritizes Iran and the Strait of Hormuz over opening another military front. read more
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Oil Facilities Wound 73
#HouthiAttacks #SaudiArabiaHouthi attacks on Saudi Arabia wounded 73 and ignited fires at oil facilities, escalating Yemen conflict after truce collapse. Saudi-led coalition vowed retaliation amid regional instability threatening oil shipping routes. read more
Trump Livid Over Unauthorized Saudi Nuclear Deal
#NuclearDeal #SaudiArabiaA Trump official’s surprise nuclear deal announcement with Saudi Arabia caused White House panic. Trump, unaware, grew livid amid conservative criticism. The deal now requires Saudi recognition of Israel, casting uncertainty on its future. read more
US-Saudi nuclear deal allows uranium enrichment
#NuclearDeal #SaudiArabiaThe US and Saudi Arabia finalized a 30-year nuclear deal allowing potential uranium enrichment, with US firms developing the program. Critics warn it risks proliferation, as Saudi enrichment could enable weaponization, despite US assurances of safety and nonproliferation standards. read more
Trump signs Saudi nuclear deal without key safeguards
#NuclearDeal #SaudiArabiaThe Trump administration signed a nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia, allowing U.S. firms to run commercial reactors. Lacking "gold standard" restrictions, it permits uranium enrichment, raising proliferation concerns. Congress will review the agreement for 90 days. read more
Trump Saudi Nuclear Deal Omits Key Bomb Safeguards
#NuclearDeal #SaudiArabiaTrump administration plans Saudi nuclear deal without key bomb-making safeguards, dropping "Gold Standard" enrichment ban and international inspection protocols, risking regional proliferation concerns. read more
Philippine conjoined twins separated in Saudi surgery
#ConjoinedTwins #SaudiArabiaA team of 22 specialists separated two-year-old Filipino conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna in a six-hour Saudi surgery. The girls, connected chest-to-abdomen, are stable in intensive care. The Saudi government covered all costs, marking the fourth successful separation by the Saudi Conjoined Twins Programme. read more
Saudi Arabia Blocks US Bases, Halts Trump Operation
#SaudiArabia #TrumpPolicySaudi Arabia forced President Trump to pause Project Freedom by denying US access to military bases and airspace, angered by lack of consultation. The operation aimed to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz but was halted after two days. read more
Trump Halts Project Freedom After Saudi Arabia Blocks Access
#Trump #SaudiArabiaTrump scrapped Project Freedom after Saudi Arabia blocked US access to bases and airspace, angering leaders who weren't consulted. The operation, aimed at escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz, was paused for negotiations. read more
Trump optimistic for crucial US-Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia
#USUkrainePeaceTalks #SaudiArabiaThe US-Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia are anticipated to make significant progress, according to President Trump. The talks aim to address Ukraine's survival amidst Russia's invasion. Ukraine plans to propose a partial ceasefire to secure US support, while the US seeks concessions from Ukraine. read more
"Prince Mohammed's Gaza Diplomacy: A Strategic Plan for Peace"
#SaudiArabia #GazaPlanMohammed bin Salman wants to propose an alternative Gaza plan that benefits Saudi Arabia, aiming to establish a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. The plan may prevent Palestinian evictions but is challenged by Hamas and the need for Palestinian involvement. read more
Saudi PhD student Salma al-Shehab freed after Twitter activism
#SaudiArabia #WomenActivismLeeds University student Salma al-Shehab, initially sentenced to 34 years in prison for tweets in support of women's rights in Saudi Arabia, has been released after her sentence was reduced to four years. Her activism for women's rights sparked international support. read more
Trump Plans $1 Trillion Investment Deal with Saudi Arabia
#USpolitics #SaudiArabiaPresident Trump's first foreign call was with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussing a potential $600 billion investment in the U.S., which Trump aims to increase to $1 trillion. Despite U.S. intelligence accusations against the crown prince, Trump plans to maintain relations. read more
Trump Organization Announces Saudi Real Estate Projects Amid Controversy
#Trump #SaudiArabiaTrump Organization announces two new real estate projects in Saudi Arabia right before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House. The projects involve a partnership with Dar Global in Riyadh, showcasing the company's international real estate endeavors. read more
Trump Organization Leases Brand for Two Saudi Arabian Real Estate Projects
#Trump #SaudiArabiaThe Trump Organization signed brand lease agreements with two new real estate projects in Saudi Arabia ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House, partnering with Dar Global. This move follows previous international deals and scrutiny over ties to Saudi leaders. read more
Concerns Grow Over Saudi Arabia's Bid to Host 2034 World Cup
#SaudiArabia #FifaSaudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman and Fifa's Gianni Infantino attend a 2018 World Cup match in Moscow. Despite Saudi's bid for the 2034 World Cup being praised by Fifa, rights violations against migrant workers are condemned, sparking backlash and concerns for the future. read more
Saudi Arabia unveils Milaf Cola: A healthy, date-based alternative.
#MilafCola #SaudiArabiaSaudi Arabia launches Milaf Cola, the world's first date-based soft drink, made by Thurath Al-Madina using premium dates full of health benefits. The cola contains no added sugar and aligns with sustainable initiatives, aiming to introduce dates as a versatile global ingredient. read more
Saudi Arabia and King Charles Foundation Partner for Crafting Revival
#SaudiArabia #KingCharlesFoundationSaudi Arabia partners with King Charles’s foundation to promote handicrafts, as they launch training programs through the King’s Foundation for the Year of Handicrafts 2025. The initiative aims to revive and promote traditional arts in Saudi Arabia, reflecting King Charles's dedication to traditional arts and crafts. read more
Saudi Crown Prince accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza surge
#SaudiArabia #IsraelGenocideSaudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman strongly condemns Israel for committing "genocide" in Gaza, marking the first such rebuke by the kingdom since the war began. The prince, alongside other Arab leaders, demands a ceasefire at a joint summit held in Riyadh. read more
UK MPs Call to Reject Saudi Arabia's UN Human Rights Council Bid
#HumanRights #SaudiArabiaMPs from all parties pressure Labour to oppose Saudi Arabia's bid to join the UN Human Rights Council, citing concerns over the Kingdom's human rights abuses. The UK faces a "litmus test" on its foreign policy. read more
Saudi Arabia Executes Filipino for Murder, Reaches Record 199 Executions
#SaudiArabia #HumanRightsSaudi Arabia executed a Filipino national for murder, reaching a record of 199 executions in 2024 according to rights groups. The victim's family declined "blood money," and human rights groups criticize Saudi Arabia's capital punishment methods. UN member states vote on Saudi Arabia's Human Rights Council seat. read more
Tragic deaths of two men lost in Rub’ al Khali desert
#SaudiArabia #DesertTragedyTwo men, an Indian and a Sudanese, died in the perilous Rub’ al Khali Desert in Saudi Arabia after losing GPS signal. Stranded without food, water, or fuel, they succumbed to starvation and dehydration. Known for extreme conditions, the desert spans 650km. read more
#Delta #SaudiArabia
Delta Air Lines has partnered with Riyadh Air, a start-up airline, to begin flights between the US and Saudi Arabia next summer. Riyadh Air, supported by Saudi Arabia's sovereign-wealth fund, aims to boost tourism and diversify its economy. read more
#TrumpOrganization #SaudiArabia
The Trump Organization partners with a Saudi real estate company to develop a Trump Tower in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, sparking concerns about conflicts of interest if Trump is re-elected. The deal is part of the organization's expansion in the Middle East. read more
#HajPilgrimage #SaudiArabia
Hundreds of unregistered deaths at this year's haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia underline the difficulty of protecting pilgrims from extreme heat. Climate change is exacerbating the situation as unregistered individuals lack access to crucial services, prompting concerns about their safety. read more
#September11 #SaudiArabia
A rescue helicopter monitors the Pentagon after a plane crash on September 11, 2001. New video shows a Saudi man filming DC locations pre-9/11. Families of victims claim Saudi complicity. Saudi government denies connection. read more
#Hajj #SaudiArabia
Hundreds of pilgrims have died during the Hajj in Saudi Arabia as temperatures hit 51 degrees Celsius. The cause of death remains unknown, with many succumbing to heat-related illnesses. The pilgrimage drew over 1.83 million Muslims this year. read more
#SaudiArabia #WomensRights
Manahel al-Otaibi, a 29-year-old women's rights activist in Saudi Arabia, was imprisoned for 11 years for wearing 'indecent clothes', amid the country's hosting of the WTA Finals, exposing the nation's hypocrisy in promoting women's rights. read more
#SaudiArabia #WomensRights
Saudi women's rights activist Manahel al-Otaibi was sentenced to 11 years in prison after advocating for reforms on social media, including the end of the male guardianship system in Saudi Arabia. The arrest reveals contradictions in Saudi reforms. read more
#SaudiArabia #NavalAttack
A Florida judge dismissed 2019 Navy station attack lawsuit against Saudi Arabia, citing the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act, protecting the kingdom from court actions. Plaintiffs, relatives of the victims, plan to appeal. read more
#SaudiArabia #UrbanPlanning
Saudi Arabia reduces the 105-mile Line city project by 98.6%, now only 1.5 miles long, questioning the involvement of western architects. The digital project may mark a trend in ego-driven urban planning. read more
#SaudiArabia #LoujainAlHathloul
In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 2021, women's rights activist Loujain al-Hathloul faced a travel ban, exemplifying issues beyond the country's rebranding efforts. Restrictive travel bans on activists undermine human rights, revealing a contradictory reality despite Saudi Arabia's progressive facade. read more
#WTA #SaudiArabia
Saudi Arabia secures a three-year deal to host the WTA Finals with a record $15.25 million in prize money, despite concerns about LGBTQ+ and women's rights. The event will take place in Riyadh, highlighting the kingdom's growing role in global sports. read more
#Trump #SaudiArabia
Donald Trump recently had a mysterious chat with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. While the details of the conversation remain unknown, Trump has had a history of warm relations with the crown prince, including referring to him as a friend. read more
#SaudiArabia #SkyPool
World's longest sky pool and resort with a wild lagoon will be built on a bridge in Saudi Arabia's NEOM project, offering an architectural wonder with luxury and sustainability. read more