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The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

Iranian media say 1 killed in ship strike on the Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast developments

Iranian state media says an Iranian commercial ship has been struck near the Strait of Hormuz, with one person killed

The Independent UK · Sep 13

Houthis say hit Saudi base after renewed fighting with Yemeni forces

Yemeni Houthi rebels claimed responsibility on Sunday for an attack on a military base in southern Saudi Arabia as renewed fighting with Yemen's government forces forced growing numbers of civilians to flee. Fighting in western Yemen over the past few weeks has left hundreds dead and displaced tens of thousands…

France 24 · Sep 13

Fresh strike on vessel in Hormuz, Houthi takeover of Bab el-Mandeb Strait sees West Asia simmer as BRICS calls for peace

A vessel was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Yemen's Houthis seized a key Red Sea port and struck Saudi Arabia. Iran and Oman agreed on new entry and exit routes for the Strait of Hormuz. BRICS nations called for maximum restraint and peace in…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

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From isolated rebels to regional force: How the Houthis took Bab al-Mandab

Yemen's Houthis have seized the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait, cementing their regional influence. This minority Zaidi community now controls Yemen's entire Red Sea coast. The group has fought numerous wars and formed alliances over decades. They are part of Iran's "Axis of Resistance" and target ships in the Red Sea.…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

Saudi Arabia closes East-West pipeline as Houthis tighten grip on Red Sea

Saudi Arabia on Saturday shut down the vital East-West pipeline after the conduit came under attack in the widening Middle East war, threatening to send energy prices soaring. The 1,200-km pipeline has served as the main route out for global supplies of Middle East oil for the ‌past six months…

France 24 · Sep 12

Houthi advance in Yemen puts U.S. in a new bind

A Houthi advance along Yemen’s coast and seizure of Perim island have increased the group’s ability to threaten the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, raising the prospect of disruption to another major oil and trade route. The development poses a fresh challenge for President Donald Trump as his Iran war enters its…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

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

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9/11 Widow Terry Strada Breaks Ground Zero's No-Politics Tradition To Accuse US Leaders of 25 Years of Betrayal

At the 25th anniversary ceremony at Ground Zero, Terry Strada criticised US leaders over alleged Saudi links to 9/11 and called for justice for victims' families.

International Business Times UK · Sep 12

Iraq races to contain fallout after local Iran-backed militias accused of attacking Saudi pipeline

Iraq’s government is racing to contain the fallout after confirming that attacks on a Saudi pipeline, blamed on Iran-backed militias, came from its territory

The Independent UK · Sep 12

Drones from Iraq attack and set pipeline on fire in Saudi Arabia

The East–West pipeline is crucial for shipping Saudi oil to the Red Sea, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz. This latest incident risks driving oil and fuel prices even higher.

Euronews · Sep 12

Iraq confirms attacks on Saudi pipeline originated from Iraqi territory and other Mideast news

Iraq's government says attacks on a key Saudi oil pipeline were launched from Iraqi territory, pledging to investigate further

The Independent UK · Sep 12

iPhone sale starts today in India: Check iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Pro Max price, features, specs, comparison with US, Dubai and other places

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are priced significantly higher in India than in several international markets, with the US offering the lowest converted prices among those compared. The new Pro models feature the A20 Pro chip, 120Hz displays, upgraded vapour chamber cooling, triple 48MP cameras, variable…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

Saudi Arabia faces fresh Red Sea threat as Houthi gains, pipeline shutdown rattle kingdom

Houthi rebels are advancing, threatening a vital Red Sea shipping route. Drone attacks have forced a major pipeline closure, impacting global markets. Saudi Arabia faces setbacks in its economic transformation efforts due to regional conflicts. The kingdom's efforts to ensure navigation freedom are challenged by Houthi actions. US support for…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

Iran got Chinese satellite images before deadly strike on US troops, report reveals

A report released by The Wall Street Journal on Saturday said Chinese entities supplied Iran with satellite images of a base in Jordan before and after an attack that killed three US soldiers. US President Donald Trump has warned Beijing not to sell weapons to Iran, and in May, Washington…

France 24 · Sep 12

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The Economic Times · Sep 12

BRICS has the oil jackpot. Now comes the hard part

BRICS is gaining weight in global energy markets as its 11 members include major oil producers such as Russia, Saudi Arabia, Iran and the UAE, along with major consumers India and China. The grouping accounts for roughly 41-47% of global crude oil production, but differences among members make a common…

The Times of India · 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 Economic Times · Sep 12

Gulf oil threatened anew as Houthis reach key island and pipeline is shut down

The Houthis have seized control of Perim island, significantly affecting a crucial shipping corridor. Additionally, a drone strike originating from Iraq temporarily disrupted Saudi Arabia's oil pipeline, intensifying the strain on Gulf oil exports during a period of stalled diplomatic negotiations. In response to this rising threat, Saudi Arabia has…

France 24 · Sep 11

Iran-backed Houthis seize near control of vital Bab el-Mandeb shipping lane

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi rebels captured the strategic Perim Island in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, located at the southern entrance to the Red Sea, officials said on Friday. The lightning move opens a new front in the Iran war and threatens energy supplies, especially Saudi oil exports, from passing through one…

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The Economic Times · Sep 11

Gulf states weigh rare meeting with Iran next week on Hormuz

Gulf states are considering a meeting with Iranian officials next week. Oman aims to convene foreign ministers to discuss the Strait of Hormuz. Escalating hostilities in Yemen may complicate these sensitive diplomatic plans. Iran stated plans are underway for discussions with Gulf neighbors. The Bab el-Mandeb chokepoint has become particularly…

International Business Times · Sep 11

Saudi Energy Infrastructure Keeps Getting Hit. Riyadh Has Now Shut Down a Key Pipeline.

The Saudi Energy Ministry said it shut down the East-West Pipeline as a precaution.

Fortune · Sep 11

Oil prices dive on signs of Hormuz diplomacy while Saudi Arabia is left hanging in fight against an Iranian ally threatening crude's other chokepoint

Foreign ministers from the Gulf Cooperation Council—which is comprised of Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman—will meet their Iranian counterpart on Monday.

Barchart · Sep 11

Crude Prices Fall Back After IEA Forecasts Sharp Drop in Oil Demand

October WTI crude oil (CLV26 ) is down -2.97 (-2.90%), and October RBOB gasoline (RBV26 ) is down -0.0499 (-1.47%). Oct WTI oil prices today have fallen back after Thursday’s +6.7% rally to a 3.5 month high. Oil prices fell back after the International Energy Agency (IEA) today warned that...

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Iran-backed Houthis seize Yemen’s entire Red Sea coast, three strategic islands

The Iran-backed Houthis seized control of Yemen's entire Red Sea coast and captured three strategic islands on Friday, in a lightning offensive that cemented their hold on a vital shipping corridor linking Europe and Asia. Before the Red Sea offensive, the Houthis already controlled a large part of Yemen's north.

The Economic Times · Sep 11

New problem shaping up for the oil market as Hormuz remains shut

Houthi forces have seized Perim Island, threatening the vital Bab el-Mandeb Strait shipping lane. This development occurs as the Strait of Hormuz faces severe disruptions, impacting global oil flows. Saudi Arabia increasingly relies on the Red Sea route, which is now at risk from these advances. Higher oil and diesel…

International Business Times · Sep 11

The Houthis Are Making Gains, Threatening Saudi Arabia's Oil Exports. Satellite Images Raise Further Concerns.

The images show smoke in the vicinity of Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline, through which the country has been rerouting exports.

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