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Saudi Arabia Threatens Strike Near Sanaa as Houthis Warn of Retaliation Against Riyadh

Tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi movement have intensified, with the Saudi-led coalition warning civilians to evacuate an oil facility near Sanaa and the Iran-aligned group threatening retaliatory attacks against Saudi infrastructure. The exchange marks a new escalation in a conflict......

Houthis Threaten US With “Swift and Painful” Response if Washington Intervenes in Yemen

SANAA, Yemen — A senior Houthi official has warned the United States against becoming directly involved in the renewed conflict in Yemen, threatening a “swift and painful” response against American forces and interests across the region if Washington intervenes. Mohammed Al Bukhaiti......

Saudi Arabia Warns of Firm Response After Deadly Houthi Attack on Riyadh Airport

Saudi Arabia has acknowledged mounting pressure on its critical infrastructure following a series of deadly attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi movement, with the government warning of a firm response as security concerns disrupt aviation and raise questions about the protection of strategic energy......

Saudi Arabia: Riyadh Schools Shift to Remote Learning for One Week

Schools in Riyadh are temporarily transitioning to remote learning. Parents of students in the Saudi capital were informed on Sunday of a closure of schools for one week, in a last-minute decision announced by the authorities. At this stage, no detailed official explanation has been provided to justify......

Turki Alalshikh tops boxing’s most influential figures for third consecutive year

Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, has retained the top spot in Boxing News’ annual ranking of the 50 most influential figures in the sport, marking the third consecutive year he has been named the most powerful personality in boxing. The ranking......

Riyadh brings 194 countries together for global dialogue on AI ethics

Riyadh is preparing to host the fourth UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence from September 14 to 17, bringing together representatives from 194 countries to discuss how the rapidly evolving technology should be governed responsibly. The event is expected to reinforce Saudi Arabia’s......

Air France extends suspension of Dubai and Riyadh flights over Gulf security concerns

Air France has once again postponed the resumption of flights to Dubai and Riyadh, underscoring the continued uncertainty surrounding air travel in the Gulf as regional security risks remain under close review. The French carrier announced that its services to and from the Saudi Arabian capital will......

Riyadh Air orders 34 widebody aircraft from Boeing and Airbus to accelerate global expansion

Saudi Arabia’s new national airline Riyadh Air has announced orders for 34 widebody aircraft from Boeing and Airbus, accelerating its ambitious strategy to build a global aviation hub and connect the Saudi capital with more than 100 destinations by 2030. The announcement, made during the Farnborough......

Saudi Arabia launches Riyadh Air amid Middle East tensions and Gulf aviation competition

Saudi Arabia has officially launched its new national carrier, Riyadh Air, as part of its long-term strategy to transform the kingdom into a global aviation hub. The launch comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and increasing competition among Gulf airlines. The airline, owned......