The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

The UAE was just reported to have struck Iran secretly. Now a second country has been revealed to have done the same thing

They reportedly tried to de-escalate before taking the step.

We Got This Covered · May 13

Saudi Arabia expands mobility services for elderly, disabled Hajj pilgrims in Medina

Saudi Arabia is boosting accessibility for elderly and disabled pilgrims at the Prophet's Mosque for the 2026 Hajj. New services include electric wheelchairs and dedicated routes. Entrances, pathways, and elevators are adapted. Digital guidance tools and multilingual support are also introduced. These measures aim for safer and easier movement during…

The Economic Times · May 13

Saudi Arabia launched secret retaliatory airstrikes on Iran during regional war: Report

Saudi Arabia conducted unpublicized airstrikes on Iran in late March, marking the first direct military action on Iranian soil in retaliation for attacks within the kingdom. This shift in approach followed Iranian strikes on Gulf Cooperation Council states, leading to an informal de-escalation understanding between Riyadh and Tehran.

The Times of India · May 13

Can F1 save its races in Bahrain and Jeddah? Here’s how every option could play out

The forced postponement of races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia leaves F1 with a complex scheduling puzzle, which also weighs heavily on the teams – here's what rearranging the events means for the series

Motorsport · May 12

Why Bahrain and Saudi Arabia may still host a grand prix in F1 2026

The forced postponement of races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia leaves F1 with a complex scheduling puzzle, which also weighs heavily on the teams – here's what rearranging the events means for the series

Autosport · May 12

National Energy Services Reunited Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

National Energy Services Reunited (NASDAQ:NESR) reported record first-quarter 2026 revenue and outlined plans to begin returning capital to shareholders, while management said operations across its core Middle East and North Africa markets remained resilient despite regional geopolitical disruptions

MarketBeat · May 11

Saudi Aramco profits jump despite conflict in Middle East

Saudi Arabia’s state oil company’s profits up 26% to £26.9bn in first three months of year

The Guardian - UK · May 10

Iran forms agency to control Hormuz shipping

Iran has formed a new government agency to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This move raises concerns for international shipping. Meanwhile, peace talks continue between Iran and the U.S. mediated by Pakistan. Both sides are reviewing proposals. Hopes for an end to the conflict are growing, impacting global…

The Economic Times · May 8

Iran mocks Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ as adversaries wrestle over talks to end war

President indicated that deal had materialised, but truth was that Saudi Arabia had stopped US use of its bases

The Guardian - UK · May 7

Trump shelved ‘Project Freedom’ after Saudis refused use of bases and airspace

Riyadh told White House it would deny access for operation to provide tankers military escort through strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - UK · May 7