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The Saudi Arabia-UAE divide becomes public

The differences between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have become apparent in several areas of regional politics and have now touched domestic areas as well

The Hindu

‘Possibly thousands’ of unarmed migrants slaughtered with machine guns by Saudi border guards – report

‘They fired on us like rain. When I remember, I cry,’ says a young Ethiopian woman

The Independent UK

Saudi Arabia border guards ‘regularly open fire on migrants and have killed hundreds’ - report

Border guards in Saudi Arabia fired machine guns and launched mortars at Ethiopians trying to cross into the kingdom from Yemen, likely killing hundreds of the unarmed migrants in recent years, Human Rights Watch said in a report released Monday.

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Steven Gerrard makes Rangers comparison to Saudi challenge as he reveals double snub

Gerrard confessed: "I had a couple of other things on the table at Championship level and I had to make a decision what I believed was right…

The National (Scotland)

Riyadh Seeks To Reboot Temple Mount Status Quo With Peace Deal

According to the Gulf sources, the Saudis are conditioning normalization with progress on the Palestinian front

Zenger

Watch as former Rangers forward Fashion Sakala scores first Saudi goal

The Zambian moved from Ibrox to the Middle East this week in a £4million switch.

The National (Scotland)

Brendan Rodgers in Celtic admission on post-window bid from 'dangerous' Saudi Arabia

BRENDAN Rodgers has admitted that Celtic may be unable to reject a big money bid from a Saudi Arabian club for one of his players after the transfer…

The National (Scotland)

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‘It’s not a fad’: the truth behind Saudi Arabia’s dizzying investment in sport

From the star-studded Pro League to golf, F1 and cricket, the kingdom’s strategy is as cynically ambitious as it is controversial

The Guardian - UK

What Deal Are The Americans And Saudis Negotiating?

U.S. and Saudi negotiations are centered on two main issues: China and America’s strategic alignment in the Middle East.

Zenger

How the Saudi Arabian takeover changed Newcastle United

Staff morale has improved and the women’s team have been made fully professional – but there is still a deafening silence on human rights issues

The Guardian - UK

Culture Minister Saji Cherian beats a hasty retreat after his comments about practice of faith in Saudi Arabia draw flak

Culture Minister Saji Cherian's comments on Saudi Arabia's religious practices draw flak. He claims to have found a tolerant and progressive nation, but his remarks draw criticism. Congress leader V.T. Balaram accuses him of undermining religious harmony. Cherian later clarifies, saying his comments were based on wrong information. LDF legislature…

The Hindu

Apply easily for Saudi e-visa online if you have these passport stamps

In a latest development, Indian passport holders who have US, UK, and Schengen visas that have been used once, will now be able to apply for Saudi e-visa online. This development was recently shared by Alhasan Aldabbagh, President of Saudi Tourism Authority (STA).

The Times of India

Watch out, it's not only football and golf, the Saudis are coming for your sport too

For those who consider themselves fans of sports other than football or golf – and I, for one, absolutely do - it’s been easy over the past few…

The National (Scotland)

Brendan Rodgers reveals he turned down Saudi opportunity before landing Celtic return

The Northern Irishman replaced Ange Postecoglou this summer at the Scottish champions.

The National (Scotland)

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The Guardian - UK

Don’t obsess about football selling its soul to Saudi Arabia. It sold itself to big money long ago

The eye-watering sums on offer for players like Ronaldo are only the latest influx of cash for a game we love, but others own, says writer Elliot Ross

Al Jazeera

Saudi Arabia eyes aviation expansion to get in on crucial tourism market

Making up for lost time, the kingdom is moving to challenge regional players, attract travellers and boost its income.

The Guardian - US

US-Saudi talks amid reports of far-reaching diplomatic plan for Middle East

But Jeddah’s demands for brokering an Israeli-Palestinian respite are reportedly a ‘non-starter’ and a ‘sucker’s bet’

USA Today Sports Media Group

LeBron James joking about Mbappe’s huge Saudi offer is what successful sportswashing looks like

This is the exact definition of sportswashing.

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LeBron James jokes about Saudi Arabia soccer team’s huge offer

After Al Hilal offered Kylian Mbappe hundreds of millions of dollars, LeBron James joked he'd head to Saudi Arabia if given a similar deal.

The Guardian - US

Saudis accused of using Snapchat to promote crown prince and silence critics

Critics say app – partly owned by a Saudi investor – promoting image of Mohammed bin Salman while critical voices are punished

The Independent UK

‘State-sanctioned domestic abuse’: Women in Middle East and North African countries must get men’s permission to travel

Report finds women can be arrested, detained or made to go home if male guardians in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan and Kuwait report they are ‘absent’ from homes

The National (Scotland)

Jota hailed by Cristiano Ronaldo as ex-Celtic ace given 'top player' title

Cristiano Ronaldo has hailed former Celtic winger Jota insisting that "top players" are now beginning to arrive in Saudi Arabia to play…

The Guardian - UK

UK invites Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman to visit

Saudi heir’s official visit would be first since he was accused of being behind killing of Jamal Khashoggi

The Guardian - UK

Fulham reject Al-Hilal’s £25.5m Mitrovic bid, Cardiff target Ramsey return

Fulham have rejected a £25.5m bid from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal for striker Aleksandar Mitrovic

Newslaundry

‘Doval sahib, we love you’: At Delhi event with Saudi moderate, a packed hall, praise for India and NSA

“We love you, sir.” Sirajuddin Qureshi, president of India Islamic Cultural Centre was addressing national security adviser Ajit Doval, lauding him for his outreach efforts for the Muslim community.

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