The Latest Breaking News from Riyadh

Historic Torah Scroll Displayed At Riyadh Book Fair In Israel-Saudi Détente

Rare 16th-century manuscript highlights growing ecumenicalism between former adversaries.

Zenger · Oct 7, 2023

Israeli Minister Of Communications Breaks Barriers With Speech In Saudi Arabia

Israeli Minister of Communications delivers historic speech in Saudi Arabia, signaling closer ties

Zenger · Oct 6, 2023

David Litvinov And The Heavy Lifting Of Israel-Saudi Peace

Member of the Israeli weightlifting team that was the first to compete in an athletic tournament inside the desert kingdom

Zenger · Oct 4, 2023

Israeli Minister’s Visit Signals Growing Normalization With Saudi Arabia

Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi to attend global conference in Riyadh, marking second ministerial visit in two weeks.

Zenger · Sep 29, 2023

Israeli Tourism Minister Makes Historic Visit To Saudi Arabia Amid Warming Relations

Haim Katz becomes the first Israeli minister to be granted a visa by Saudi Arabia, signaling progress towards normalization.

Zenger · Sep 28, 2023

Israeli Delegation Receives Warm Welcome In Saudi Arabia For U.N. Tourism Gathering

Saudi Tourism Minister emphasizes the role of tourism in bridging cultures and fostering economic prosperity.

Zenger · Sep 28, 2023

What countries have normalised relations with Iran after Saudi detente?

Tehran seems on track to restore relations with more countries after a groundbreaking agreement with Saudi Arabia.

Al Jazeera · Sep 24, 2023

Saudi Crown Prince Affirms Progress In Israel Talks, Dismisses Suspension Reports

MBS emphasizes peace with Israel, calls for support from Biden administration, and addresses concerns over Iran

Zenger · Sep 21, 2023

Crown prince confirms Saudi Arabia will seek nuclear arsenal if Iran develops one

White House hopes to secure nuclear cooperation deal with Riyadh as Chinese influence grows in Middle East

The Guardian - UK · Sep 21, 2023

Saudi Arabia praises 'positive results' of peace talks with Yemen's Houthi rebels

Saudi Arabia on Wednesday praised the “positive results” of talks with Yemen's Houthi rebels after they visited the kingdom for peace talks, though Riyadh released few details on their negotiations to end the war tearing at the Arab world's poorest nation.

France 24 · Sep 20, 2023