The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

Conor McGregor says he’s fighting Dan Hooker in Saudi Arabia, Hooker confirms plan

Conor McGregor last fought in July 2021. He's been on the comeback trail since then.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 13, 2024

Susan Egelstaff: The 'Six Kings' is the latest example of sport selling its soul

It's no secret that Saudi Arabia indulges in more than a little bit of sports-washing and tennis' 'Six Kings' exhibition event, which takes place…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 13, 2024

Artur Beterbiev wins controversial decision against Dmitry Bivol to become undisputed champion

The 39-year-old won a majority decision to stay unbeaten and hand Bivol, 33, his first professional loss

The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2024

Bivol vs Beterbiev and Saudi Arabia’s next bold move to revolutionise boxing

Comment: The Saudis have made the biggest fights available on numerous channels, and now they are lowering pay-per-view prices. But do these new prices come at a different kind of cost?

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2024

A report claims that Xbox is pulling out of Saudi Arabia and other Middle East regions, and now Microsoft has responded

A new report suggested that Xbox is planning to exit Saudi Arabia leading to widespread speculation about a total exit from the wider Middle East region.

Windows Central · Oct 10, 2024

International manager raises homegrown player concern - here's where Scotland ranks

Saudi Arabia manager Roberto Mancini wants more done to protect homegrown talents - here's where Scotland ranks in that aspect.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 10, 2024

Republican Senate candidate’s hedge fund managed $415m in Russian debt

Pennsylvania candidate David McCormick led Bridgewater, which managed millions in Russian funds, documents show

The Guardian - US · Oct 10, 2024

Saudi Arabia narrowly fails in bid to win a seat on UN human rights council

The country had faced a campaign from rights groups who accused it of being ‘unfit to serve on the Human Rights Council’

The Guardian - AU · Oct 10, 2024

Saudi Arabia Defeated In U.N. Human Rights Council Election

Saudi Arabia loses bid for UN Human Rights Council seat amid concerns over human rights practices. Other countries secure seats, reflecting global commitme...

Top News · Oct 9, 2024

Saudi Arabia loses bid for a seat on UN's premier human rights body

Saudi Arabia was defeated for a seat in the U.N.’s premier human rights body Wednesday after a campaign by rights groups urging the world body’s members to reject its bid

The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2024