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U.S. Reportedly Introduces Ukrainian Counter-Drone Technology Following Iranian Attacks

The U.S. military has introduced Ukrainian counter-drone technology in a base in Saudi Arabia after it sustained attacks earlier in the war, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Arizona congresswoman is coming for Jared Kushner and wants him under oath for selling out American foreign policy

The line between service and self-interest gets tested.

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Gulf Evacuation Warning: 'Time Is Running Out' as Iran Adviser Urges Immediate Exit From UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait

A social media post urging evacuation from Gulf nations has caused concern, despite no official directives. The warning highlights the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times UK

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Can LIV Golf Continue Without the Saudi PIF? That’s the Billion-Dollar Question

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has more than $1 trillion yet reportedly will stop funding LIV Golf after this year. Bob Harig explores if and how LIV Golf can survive.

Sports Illustrated

Lesbian Saudi woman defies the odds to escape arranged marriage and gain asylum in the UK

Al Hussain, 31, said she "couldn’t be happier" to be granted asylum in the UK

The Independent UK

Saudi Arabia arrests over 14,000 illegal residents in week-long crackdown, thousands deported

Saudi Arabia's nationwide crackdown resulted in the arrest of 14,487 illegal residents between April 9 and April 15. Violations included residency, border security, and labor laws, with thousands now undergoing legal procedures or deportation. The Ministry of Interior also warned of severe penalties for those aiding illegal entry.

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia abandons plans to host 2035 Rugby World Cup amid funding cutback

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund is undergoing a ‘value realization’ of its economic plan and its governor Yasir al-Rumayyan said the Iran war is adding ‘pressure to priorities’

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Have a need for speed? Saudi’s Qiddiya City gears up for new motorsport hotel and horse racing venue

Saudi Arabia’s gigacity project has plans to shift to high-gear, creating a hub for international motorsports, equestrian racing and positioning itself as a year-round destination for residences, leisure and tourism.

Euronews

After four years, £4bn and a pointless civil war, LIV Golf achieved only one thing

COMMENT: Saudi Arabia is set to pull the plug on its eye-wateringly expensive venture at the end of the current season, writes Lawrence Ostlere, bringing to an end one of golf’s most turbulent sagas

The Independent UK

LIV Golf’s future in doubt with Saudi Arabia ‘set to pull funding’

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Is LIV Golf shutting down? Everything we know as funding ‘set to be pulled’

LIV Golf’s next event, in Mexico, is set to go ahead of Thursday amid reports that the breakaway Saudi-backed league is set to have its funding pulled

The Independent UK

LIV Golf in danger of shutting down after emergency meeting

The Saudi Arabia-backed tour is facing a potential shutdown with investors rumoured to be considering their options

The Independent UK

Trump’s Iran war has left Gulf leaders keen to see the back of the US president

ANALYSIS: Donald Trump has tried to woo the Middle East with high-profile visits and profitable business deals, but his chaotic Iran war has undone any good work, leaving Gulf leaders keen to see the end of the conflict and the US president’s meddling, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

The Independent UK

$30m an hour: big oil reaping huge war windfall from consumers, analysis finds

Exclusive: Climate action blockers including Saudi Arabia, Russia and major fossil fuel firms set to make extra $234bn by end of 2026

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Saudi Arabia announces tough penalties for Hajj 1447 permit violations: Fines up to SAR 100,000 and 10-year entry ban

As preparations intensify for Hajj 1447 AH, Saudi Arabia has laid out a stringent penalty framework aimed at regulating pilgrim movement and preventing unauthorised participation. The Ministry of Interior’s latest announcement makes it clear that both individuals and facilitators who bypass permit rules will face steep fines, deportation, and even…

The Times of India

Why is Pakistan desperate for US-Iran truce? Leaked details about pact with Saudi Arabia expose reason

The disclosures, obtained by Drop Site News, show that the defense agreement between Riyadh and Islamabad, formally signed in 2025 as the Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, has already been activated amid escalating regional war. The revelation comes after Saudi Arabia publicly announced on Saturday that Pakistani military forces, including aircraft,…

The Guardian - US

US Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker leaves for role with Saudi Arabia as World Cup looms

Crocker hired Emma Hayes and Mauricio Pochettino to their respective roles as national team coaches

International Business Times

Saudi Arabia Reportedly Pressing Trump Admin To Drop Blockade On Strait Of Hormuz As It Could Disrupt Other Shipping Lanes

Saudi Arabia is pressing the Trump administration to drop the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, now entering its second day, fearing it could lead to the disruption of other shipping routes, according to a new report.

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The Times of India

How saudi arabia is using wastewater to build a green corridor in the desert

In Saudi Arabia, there have been attempts to redefine the utilisation of water in such regions, whereby the use of treated water has been employed as an innovative way of restoring the environment.

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Business Brief (April 13): U.S. to Blockade Iranian Ports

Courier firms raise fuel surcharges amid surging oil prices, while Saudi Arabia reports damage to key energy facilities

The Times of India

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to visit Saudi Arabia after US-Iran talks fail; focus on defense, economy

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Saudi Arabia following an invitation from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The trip occurs amidst a fragile ceasefire and follows talks that concluded without a formal agreement. Sharif's delegation will discuss regional developments and financial cooperation, with Pakistan also deploying military forces to…

The Times of India

Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia halts Makkah entry, suspends Umrah visas and sets strict rules for pilgrims

Saudi Arabia has implemented strict entry restrictions into Makkah ahead of Hajj 2026, suspending Umrah visas to manage crowds and ensure safety. Only those with valid Hajj permits or official work/residency documents will be allowed entry from April 13. This move aims to prevent overcrowding and unauthorized participation during the…

International Business Times

Vision 2030 Cannot Outrun Saudi Arabia's Limiting Ideological Foundations

For years, Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 was touted as one of the most ambitious wholesale economic development projects in the world, looking to break the Kingdom away from its dependence on hydrocarbons and create a futuristic hub of innovation, tourism and productivity.

The Times of India

Cash-strapped Pakistan to receive $5bn from Saudi, Qatar as debt mounts

Pakistan is set to receive $5 billion in financial support from Saudi Arabia and Qatar, easing pressure on its external position and foreign exchange reserves. This crucial aid comes as Islamabad prepares to repay $3.5 billion to the UAE this month, with Finance Minister Aurangzeb engaging in economic outreach at…

The Conversation

Kenyans are encouraged to work abroad, but protection rights remain weak – new research

Labour migration from Kenya was oriented towards Africa, North America and Europe until the 1990s. Kenyans then started moving to the Gulf countries, such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Oman. Most Kenyan labour migrants to the Gulf perform low-waged work, the women in domestic occupations and…

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