The Latest Breaking News from Riyadh

Munir won’t recue MBS: Why the Mecca Pact's first test is failing Saudi Arabia

As Houthi forces seized Mokha and Perim Island last week, Pakistan's army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir spent the moment on the phone with Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi.

The Times of India · Sep 14

Saudi Arabia shuts down key oil pipeline, blaming drones from Iraq

Riyadh has increased use of East-West pipeline since start of war on Iran to bypass closure of strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - UK · Sep 12

Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline as Houthis seize strategic Red Sea island

Saudi Arabia has shut down its major East-West oil pipeline after it was attacked by drones, as the widening Iran war opened another front around one of the world’s most important energy corridors. The pipeline, which carries millions of barrels of crude across the Arabian Peninsula, was struck on Thursday…

The Times of India · Sep 12

Freeing a 4-Year-Old's Lip from an Electric Nail Trimmer Took a Fire Crew and a Rotary Cutting Tool

Doctors in Riyadh needed a rotary cutting tool to free a preschooler's lip from an electric nail trimmer. Pulling would have made it worse.

Medical Daily · Sep 10

India condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, says targeting civilian sites unacceptable

India condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's sovereign territory. These actions threaten regional stability and freedom of navigation in Bab-el-Mandeb. Saudi Arabia reported seventy-three civilians injured in attacks on civilian facilities. The Kingdom reiterated its rejection of the militia's hostile and criminal conduct. Riyadh called for stronger international action…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Saudi Arabia strikes back after Houthis hit oil sites in heaviest attack in years

Houthi missiles struck Abha International Airport, King Khalid Air Base and Aramco facilities, injuring 73 and forcing temporary shutdowns at oil sites. Saudi Arabia launched strikes on Taiz and Marib provinces, as analysts said Riyadh now faced a "spiral of escalation".

Euronews · Sep 8

Houthis strike Saudi Arabian cities in significant expansion of Middle East war

Riyadh says it will retaliate after overnight attacks by Iran-backed Yemen group on oil facilities wound more than 70

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8

Saudi-led coalition in Yemen says 73 injured in Houthi attacks on the kingdom

The ⁠Houthis, who ⁠control the most populous parts of Yemen and ​much of the north, have been launching attacks towards Saudi ​Arabia since they declared a naval blockade against Riyadh in July, with strikes targeting ​its vessels in the Red ⁠Sea.

The Economic Times · Sep 8

Travelling With Medication in India and Abroad: Prescriptions, Customs and Cold Chain Storage

The Documentation You Need Before You PackCarry the original prescription from a registered medical practitioner for every medication in your bag. For travel abroad, get a letter on the doctor's letterhead that states your name, the drug's generic name (not just the brand), the dosage, the condition it treats, and…

Times Life · Sep 6

French-Saudi ‘Dragon Ball’ theme park puzzles Japanese manga fans

Plans to build a manga-themed park outside Paris have sparked excitement in France, one of the first Western countries to fall in love with Akira Toriyama’s iconic “Dragon Ball” franchise. Saudi bankrolling of the project, however, and the lack of response from Japanese licence holders, have raised eyebrows among experts…

France 24 · Sep 2