Cambridge University seeks deal with Saudi defence ministry despite rights concerns
A student passing through a college campus at Cambridge University. Photograph: burcintuncer/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenA student passing through a…
73-year-old Nigerian pilgrim from Adamawa dies in Saudi Arabia during 2026 Hajj
A Nigerian pilgrim from Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Mallama Aishatu Muhammadu, has died in Saudi Arabia during…
AFC Asian Cup 2027: Japan land defending champions Qatar in tough draw
Saudi Arabia will host the 2027 tournament from January 7 to February 5 and will face Palestine, Kuwait and Oman.
Six Taraba pilgrims die ahead of 2026 Hajj airlift to Saudi Arabia
Six intending pilgrims from Taraba State scheduled to participate in the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage have died ahead of their departure…
Saudi Arabia posts $33.5bn budget deficit amid drop in oil sales
Kingdom announces sharp rise in budget shortfall amid the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
How China-Gulf ties can turn energy vulnerability into sustainability
AdvertisementDiplomacyOpinionChina Opinion OpinionMohamad Zreik How China-Gulf ties can turn energy vulnerability into sustainability Hormuz tensions are a reminder to start…
Will Pakistan’s new defence pact with Saudi Arabia give Chinese arms risk-free exposure?
AdvertisementChina’s military weaponsChinaMilitary Will Pakistan’s new defence pact with Saudi Arabia give Chinese arms risk-free exposure? Islamabad’s elevated stature in…
What is the Ukrainian anti-drone system Sky Map being used in the Gulf?
Ukraine’s battle-tested system uses thousands of acoustic sensors and interceptors to find and destroy incoming drones.
It does not make sense to invest more Arab resources in a US alliance
The US will always prioritise Israel over the Arab world. Arab unity is the only way to establish security for…
OPEC+ announces symbolic oil output rise during Strait of Hormuz closure
Seven major producers will add 188,000 barrels per day to their total production quota for June, OPEC+ says.