The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s Houthi trap: The underdog sets the price of war

The Houthis have demonstrated their capability to threaten Saudi Arabia's military superiority and economic infrastructure. The conflict continues as Saudi Arabia struggles to contain the Houthi advances, particularly in Taiz. The Houthis leverage their local knowledge and increased arms capabilities, complicating Saudi military efforts. Saudi reliance on fragmented Yemeni forces…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Houthis Free 159 Yemen Prisoners as Saudi Strikes Kill Children and Egypt Warns

Yemen's Houthis freed 159 detainees in Sanaa with ICRC support, as Saudi strikes killed children in Dhamar and Egypt vowed to defend Riyadh.

Latin Times · Oct 17

Prince Sultan became the first Arab in space aboard Nasa’s Discovery in 1985

In June 1985, Saudi Arabia’s Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud travelled into space aboard the American Space Shuttle Discovery, becoming the first Arab in space. According to Astronautics and Aeronautics, 1985: A Chronology, his journey brought together two parts of his life that rarely shared the same…

The Times of India · Oct 17

Air India, AI Express extend temporary suspension of flights to Saudi Arabia until October 24

Air India and Air India Express have extended their suspension of flights to Saudi Arabia until October 24. Bookings issued before October 15 for specific travel dates can benefit from a complimentary date change. Passengers may also opt for rebooking from alternative locations in the GCC region to minimize travel…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia show the Yemeni rebels' growing strength

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have showcased their growing military capabilities, repeatedly striking the airport in Saudi Arabia's capital and seizing territory near a key shipping chokepoint

The Independent UK · Oct 17

Houthi conflict casts shadow as Saudi Arabia scales back sporting pipe dreams

A match delayed by missile attack warnings is not what Cristiano Ronaldo and co signed up for but it’s the new reality; the Saudi sporting juggernaut is stalling

The Guardian - UK · Oct 17

Dire travel warning after deadly attacks on key airport

A warning not to travel has been issued for a key aviation hub in the Middle East, as a major military offensive continues to claim lives.

AAP · Oct 17

Trump says Saudi Arabia should accept Israel's "helpful" offer against Houthis

US President Donald Trump has urged Saudi Arabia to accept Israel's offer of help against Houthi rebels, calling Israeli support "very helpful". Trump also said Saudi Arabia could join the Abraham Accords, as regional hostilities intensify, Iran denies involvement in Houthi attacks, and Yemen's government reports missile strikes near Aden…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

India issues fresh advisory for nationals in Saudi Arabia amid flight disruptions, urges them to stay indoors

India has issued an advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia following an aerial attack on Riyadh airport. The Indian Embassy reported two nationals remain in the ICU while others receive treatment. Flight operations are disrupted, with Indian carriers suspending services until later this month. Travelers may need to consider…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

How are Yemen's Houthis attacking Saudi Arabia so effectively?

Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport and Saudi Aramco’s headquarters have exposed vulnerabilities in Saudi Arabia’s air defences, threatening its ambitions to attract foreign investment and diversify its economy. Experts cited by Reuters point to Iran-backed weapons development, increasingly self-sufficient Houthi production capabilities, depleted US interceptor stocks and the group’s growing…

The Economic Times · Oct 16