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Saudi Stocks Rebalance as Kingdom Broadens Market Access to Global Investors
Tadawul adjusts to increased foreign participation following regulatory changes opening wider entry to international capital
Saudi Arabia’s Expanding Defence Budget Takes Centre Stage Ahead of World Defense Show 2026
Record military spending underscores Riyadh’s security priorities and industrial ambitions amid heightened global and regional uncertainty
Egypt and Saudi Arabia Court Eritrea as UAE Deepens Strategic Ties with Ethiopia in Horn of Africa Power Play
Shifting alliances in the Horn see Riyadh and Cairo reinforce relations with Eritrea while Abu Dhabi leverages economic links with Addis Ababa
Turkish Shipbuilder ARES to Establish Dual Shipyards in Saudi Arabia as Part of Gulf Expansion
ARES Shipyard to open two facilities in Dammam and Jeddah to build naval platforms and support maintenance under Saudi partnership
Saudi Arabia Signals Strategic Shift in Regional Engagement Away From Interventionism
Riyadh recalibrates foreign policy toward pragmatic diplomacy and middle-power posture amid Yemen tensions and stalled normalization efforts
Saudi Arabia Railways Reports Record Passenger and Freight Volumes in 2025
National rail operator moves over 14 million travellers and 30 million tonnes of cargo amid sustainability and tourism milestones
Almaty Confirmed as Host of 2029 Asian Winter Games After Saudi Arabia’s Neom Postponement
Olympic Council of Asia shifts the continental winter sports event to Kazakhstan following indefinite delay of the Neom project
British police arrested a non-UK citizen arriving from the U.S. for his online speech
Graham Linehan is an Irish comedy writer who tweeted jokes critical of transgender ideology while in the United States. When he flew to London, Linehan was arrested at Heathrow Airport by 5 armed officers.
Benghazi 2012 Suspect Zubayr al-Bakoush Brought to the U.S. as Trump-Era FBI Moves to Prosecute Attack That Killed Four Americans
Attorney General Pam Bondi says the suspect arrived around three a.m. near Washington and will face federal charges including murder and arson tied to the Libya assault.
Apple iPhone Lockdown Mode blocks FBI data access in journalist device seizure
Court records show the FBI could not extract data from a Washington Post reporter’s iPhone thirteen after a January search linked to a classified leaks inquiry.
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Foreign Governments and Corporations Spend Millions with Trump-Linked Lobbying Firm in Washington
Ballard Partners reports multimillion-dollar revenue from international clients as geopolitical influence and access to the U.S. administration intensify
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KPMG Urges Auditor to Relay AI Cost Savings
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Saudi Arabia Quietly Allows Wealthy Foreign Residents to Buy Alcohol, Signalling Policy Shift
The ultraconservative kingdom has expanded access to controlled alcohol sales for non-Muslim expatriates with premium residency or high incomes
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US and Iran to Begin Nuclear Talks in Oman
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China unveils plans for a 'Death Star' capable of launching missile strikes from space
Beijing's ambitious military project aims to develop an invulnerable warship at the edge of the atmosphere.
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Investigation Launched at Winter Olympics Over Ski Jumpers Injecting Hyaluronic Acid
The World Anti-Doping Agency will probe reports of ski jumpers using the substance for distance enhancement.
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U.S. State Department Issues Urgent Travel Warning for Citizens to Leave Iran Immediately
Citizens are advised to rely on independent planning due to significant government restrictions.
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Wall Street Erases All Gains of 2026; Bitcoin Plummets 14% to $63,000
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Saudi Arabia Reduces Main Oil Price for Asian Buyers as Global Crude Supply Outpaces Demand
State producer Aramco sets flagship Arab Light price at multi-year lows amid signs of market glut and rising exports
CrowdStrike and Aramco Launch Strategic Cybersecurity MoU to Strengthen Saudi Digital Defence
Memorandum of Understanding sets stage for long-term collaboration on AI-powered cybersecurity and national cyber resilience under Vision 2030
Turkey and Saudi Arabia Seal Five Gigawatt Renewable Energy Partnership
Bilateral agreement launches major clean energy push with two gigawatts of solar power planned in the first phase
Lockheed Martin Plans Saudi-Based Command and Control Software Hub
US defence group to establish a software factory in the kingdom as part of deepening industrial and technology cooperation
Saudi Arabia Affirms Sovereignty and Non-Aggression in Relations With Iran Amid Regional Tensions
Riyadh stresses respect for Iran’s territory and promotes dialogue while maintaining strategic caution amid broader geopolitical pressures
Saudi Flag Carrier in Early Discussions With Boeing and Airbus on Potential Jet Purchase Exceeding 150 Aircraft
Saudi Arabia’s national airline is exploring its largest-ever aircraft acquisition to renew and expand its fleet, spurring industry interest
Saudi Arabia Reframes Its Modern Art Legacy as Global Institutions Turn to the Gulf
Riyadh showcases decades of Saudi creativity and expands cultural infrastructure as international collectors and markets focus on the region
Turkey and Saudi Arabia Consider Joint Investment in Fifth-Generation Kaan Fighter Jet
Ankara and Riyadh deepen defence ties with talks to collaborate on Turkey’s advanced stealth warplane project amid broader military cooperation agreements
Saudi Arabia Steps Up Political and Financial Campaign in Yemen After UAE Withdrawal
Riyadh deploys billions of dollars and political strategy to consolidate influence in southern Yemen following Abu Dhabi’s exit and an intensifying Gulf rivalry
Eighty-one-year-old man in the United States fatally shoots Uber driver after scam threat
The man was told by a fraudster that a family member would be killed unless he handed cash to the driver, who arrived at his home unaware of the threat.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Begins Strategic Gulf Tour with Saudi Arabia Visit
Merz’s first Middle East trip aims to deepen energy, trade and security ties with Saudi Arabia as part of Germany’s global partnership expansion
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Hails Saudi Arabia’s Steadfast Support for Palestinian Rights
Abbas praises Riyadh’s principled backing of ceasefire, statehood and Palestinian governance in joint statement with Türkiye
Michael Broussard Moves from Utah to Saudi Arabia to Pursue Hospitality Growth
Industry executive joins the Kingdom’s expanding tourism and hotel sector amid rapid investment under Vision 2030
Turkish Defence Firm ARES Naval to Establish Shipbuilding Operations in Saudi Arabia with Two New Yards
Expansion into the Kingdom will build sovereign naval capacity and strengthen Riyadh–Ankara defence industrial ties
Congo Advances Strategic Mineral Export Plans to Gulf States Through US-Backed Partnerships
Kinshasa pursues copper supply links to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates as part of deepening economic and investment ties
United States Clears Potential $3 Billion F-15 Sustainment Sale to Saudi Arabia
Washington approves proposed defence package to maintain and support Riyadh’s F-15 fighter fleet amid deepening strategic partnership
Türkiye Deepens Strategic Ties with Saudi Arabia and Egypt in Major Regional Outreach
President Erdoğan’s diplomatic tour yields closer cooperation with Riyadh and Cairo on economic, security and Middle East crises including Gaza and Syria
Syria Signs Major Offshore Oil and Strategic Business Deals with Chevron, Saudi and Qatari Partners
Damascus advances economic recovery with landmark energy pact and a series of state-backed investment agreements as the country seeks to rebuild after years of conflict
Saudi Arabia’s Cybersecurity Market Set to Surge to an Estimated Ten Point Five Billion Dollars by 2032
Growth driven by digital transformation, cloud adoption and AI-enabled threat detection as Riyadh strengthens national cyber resilience
Türkiye and Saudi Arabia Elevate Strategic Partnership with Renewables, Trade and Defence Cooperation
President Erdoğan’s Saudi visit yields solar energy deals and ambitious bilateral trade and security commitments as ties deepen
Strategic Strain in the Gulf: Saudi Arabia and UAE Rivalry Deepens Amid Broader Regional Tensions
Historic allies in Washington’s Middle East coalition are increasingly at odds over Yemen and influence, underscoring shifting power dynamics as U.S.–Iran pressures rise
Dubai Awards Tunnel Contract for Dubai Loop as Boring Company Plans Pilot Network
A new agreement sets the stage for a six point four kilometre underground transport pilot with four stations, with construction expected to begin in late two thousand twenty-six.
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Five Key Takeaways From President Erdoğan’s Strategic Visit to Saudi Arabia
A rapprochement drive spanning economics, diplomacy and regional security marked Türkiye’s renewed engagement with Riyadh
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AI Invented “Hot Springs” — Tourists Arrived and Were Shocked
Hundreds of visitors in Tasmania were misled after an AI-generated travel article promoted non-existent “Weldborough Hot Springs,” prompting confusion, complaints, and the removal of the false content.
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Egypt and Saudi Arabia Urge Calm and Diplomatic Conditions Ahead of US-Iran Talks
Cairo and Riyadh call for de-escalation and political pathways to support renewed nuclear dialogue between Washington and Tehran
Elite Southern Yemeni Fighters Shift Allegiance From UAE-Backed Forces to Saudi-Aligned Government Units
As the Southern Transitional Council’s influence collapses, key units pledge loyalty to Yemen’s Saudi-backed Presidential Leadership Council
Saudi Arabia Emerges as Leading Destination for Uzbek Travellers as Visits Surge by Seventy-One Percent
In 2025 a record number of Uzbek citizens journeyed to the Kingdom, driven by tourism, pilgrimage and family visits amid broader travel ties growth
Saudi Arabia Prepares Major Investment Push in Syria as Reconstruction Accelerates
Riyadh signals large-scale economic engagement through energy, industrial and infrastructure deals with Damascus amid Syria’s post-war recovery drive
Saudi Arabia Unveils $64 Billion Private Capital Drive to Fuel Privatisation and Growth
Riyadh launches an ambitious strategy to attract tens of billions of dollars in private investment across infrastructure and services by 2030
Saudi Arabia Signals Its Opposition to Normalisation if Zionism Is Used as an Insult
Saudi discourse framing ‘Zionism’ negatively underscores Riyadh’s conditional stance on joining the Abraham Accords and the ongoing link to a Palestinian solution
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Apple iPhone Lockdown Mode blocks FBI data access in journalist device seizure
Foreign Governments and Corporations Spend Millions with Trump-Linked Lobbying Firm in Washington
KPMG Urges Auditor to Relay AI Cost Savings
Saudi Arabia Quietly Allows Wealthy Foreign Residents to Buy Alcohol, Signalling Policy Shift
US and Iran to Begin Nuclear Talks in Oman
China unveils plans for a 'Death Star' capable of launching missile strikes from space
Investigation Launched at Winter Olympics Over Ski Jumpers Injecting Hyaluronic Acid
U.S. State Department Issues Urgent Travel Warning for Citizens to Leave Iran Immediately
Wall Street Erases All Gains of 2026; Bitcoin Plummets 14% to $63,000
Eighty-one-year-old man in the United States fatally shoots Uber driver after scam threat
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Begins Strategic Gulf Tour with Saudi Arabia Visit
Dubai Awards Tunnel Contract for Dubai Loop as Boring Company Plans Pilot Network
Five Key Takeaways From President Erdoğan’s Strategic Visit to Saudi Arabia
AI Invented “Hot Springs” — Tourists Arrived and Were Shocked
Erdoğan’s Saudi Arabia Visit Focuses on Trade, Investment and Strategic Cooperation
Germany and Saudi Arabia Move to Deepen Energy Cooperation Amid Global Transition
Saudi Aviation Records Historic Passenger Traffic in 2025 and Sets Sights on Further Growth in 2026
Tech Market Shifts and AI Investment Surge Drive Global Innovation and Layoffs
Global Shifts in War, Trade, Energy and Security Mark Major International Developments
Tesla Ends Model S and X Production and Sends $2 Billion to xAI as 2025 Revenue Declines
The AI Hiring Doom Loop — Algorithmic Recruiting Filters Out Top Talent and Rewards Average or Fake Candidates
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rate at 3.75% as Powell Faces DOJ Criminal Investigation During 2026 Decision
Putin’s Four-Year Ukraine Invasion Cost: Russia’s Mass Casualty Attrition and the Donbas Security-Guarantee Tradeoff
Saudi Crown Prince Tells Iranian President: Kingdom Will Not Host Attacks Against Iran
U.S. Central Command Announces Regional Air Exercise as Iran Unveils Drone Carrier Footage
Trump Defends Saudi Crown Prince in Heated Exchange After Reporter Questions Khashoggi Murder and 9/11 Links
Saudi Stocks Rally as Kingdom Prepares to Fully Open Capital Market to Global Investors
Air France and KLM Suspend Multiple Middle East Routes as Regional Tensions Disrupt Aviation
Saudi Arabia scales back Neom as The Line is redesigned and Trojena downsized
Saudi Industrial Group Completes One Point Three Billion Dollar Acquisition of South Africa’s Barloworld
Saudi-Backed LIV Golf Confirms Return to Trump National Bedminster for 2026 Season
Gold Jumps More Than 8% in a Week as the Dollar Slides Amid Greenland Tariff Dispute
Boston Dynamics Atlas humanoid robot and LG CLOiD home robot: the platform lock-in fight to control Physical AI
United States under President Donald Trump completes withdrawal from the World Health Organization: health sovereignty versus global outbreak early-warning access
Trump Administration’s Iran Military Buildup and Sanctions Campaign Puts Deterrence Credibility on the Line
Tech Brief: AI Compute, Chips, and Platform Power Moves Driving Today’s Market Narrative
NATO’s Stress Test Under Trump: Alliance Credibility, Burden-Sharing, and the Fight Over Strategic Territory
Saudi Arabia’s Careful Balancing Act in Relations with Israel Amid Regional and Domestic Pressures
Greenland, Gaza, and Global Leverage: Today’s 10 Power Stories Shaping Markets and Security
America’s Venezuela Oil Grip Meets China’s Demand: Market Power, Legal Shockwaves, and the New Rules of Energy Leverage
Trump’s Board of Peace: Breakthrough Diplomacy or a Hostile Takeover of Global Order?
Prince William to Make Official Visit to Saudi Arabia in February
Saudi Arabia Advances Ambitious Artificial River Mega-Project to Transform Water Security
Saudi Crown Prince and Syrian President Discuss Stabilisation, Reconstruction and Regional Ties in Riyadh Talks
Mohammed bin Salman Confronts the ‘Iranian Moment’ as Saudi Leadership Faces Regional Test
Cybercrime, Inc.: When Crime Becomes an Economy. How the World Accidentally Built a Twenty-Trillion-Dollar Criminal Economy
Strategic Restraint, Credible Force, and the Discipline of Power
Donald Trump Organization Unveils Championship Golf Course and Luxury Resort Project in Saudi Arabia
Inside Diriyah: Saudi Arabia’s $63.2 Billion Vision to Transform Its Historic Heart into a Global Tourism Powerhouse
Trump Designates Saudi Arabia a Major Non-NATO Ally, Elevating US–Riyadh Defense Partnership
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