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US Condemns 'Reckless' Houthi Terrorist Attacks on Saudi Arabia

The United States strongly condemned on Friday the Iran-backed Houthi militias' attacks on Saudi Arabia. "We strongly condemn this week’s multiple Houthi terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia, including today’s that struck an Aramco facility in Jeddah, which is clearly civilian infrastructure," said the State Department. "At a time when the parties should be focused on de-escalation and bringing needed…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 26, 2022

Sisi Contacts Saudi Crown Prince to Condemn Houthi Attacks

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, received on Friday a telephone call from Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi. Sisi condemned the terrorist attacks committed by the Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen against the Kingdom's civilian sites and oil facilities. He stressed Cairo's solidarity…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 26, 2022

Arab Coalition Destroys 2 Drones Fired from Yemen at Saudi Arabia

The Saudi-led Arab coalition announced it had destroyed two armed drones over Yemen shortly after their launch at dawn on Saturday. The aircraft were aimed at Saudi Arabia. They were flown from civilian locations and oil facilities in Yemen's Hodeidah city, added the coalition. "We will directly address the sources…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 26, 2022

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to go ahead despite ‘missile attack’ on nearby fuel plant

World champion Max Verstappen reported to his Red Bull team over the radio that he could detect the smoke

Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2022

Saudi Oil Depot Hit In Houthi Missile And Drone Assault

An oil depot in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah was struck by a rocket and drone attack launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, creating a fiery blaze that could be seen for miles.

Benzinga · Mar 25, 2022

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to go ahead as planned despite Houthi missile attack

Organisers the Saudi Motorsport Company said that the race would take place on Sunday despite drivers expressing their concerns in four-hour meeting

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2022

U.S. condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi energy facilities -State Dept

Washington condemned "unacceptable" attacks by Yemen's Houthis on Saudi energy facilities, State Department deputy spokesperson Jalina Porter said on Friday, adding the United States would continue to work with Saudi Arabia to strengthen its defenses.

Reuters · Mar 25, 2022

Formula 1 makes decision on Saudi Arabian GP after 'missile strike' in Jeddah

F1 chief Stefano Domenicali declared that he "feels safe" as race bosses were bullish about continuing as planned in Jeddah this weekend

Daily Mirror · Mar 25, 2022

Jordan's King, Egypt's Sisi, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, Iraq PM Meet in Aqaba

Jordan's King Abdullah II received on Friday Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi and Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi. The leaders met in Aqaba for talks on boosting relations between their…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 25, 2022

Red Bull tell Max Verstappen what he wants to hear ahead of Saudi Arabian GP

Verstappen had been worried that the issue might not have been fixed ahead of this weekend's race in Saudi Arabia, but now those fears have been allayed

Daily Mirror · Mar 25, 2022