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Saudi Arabia March 29, 2023

Saudi Arabia grows closer to Beijing with step toward membership in China-led security bloc

Saudi Arabia is moving to join the China-led Shanghai Cooperation Organization as the kingdom and other Persian Gulf states grow wary of a diminished U.S. presence in the region.

Syria March 23, 2023

Saudi Arabia, Syria to reopen embassies after kingdom restores ties with Iran: report

After agreeing to end years of hostility with Iran and resume diplomatic ties, Saudi Arabia is moving to re-open embassies with Syria after more than a decade.

Middle East March 21, 2023

Saudi Arabia releases American prisoner sentenced to 19 years over tweets

A joint U.S.-Saudi Arabian citizen was released from a Saudi prison this week, despite facing a sentence of 19 years. Saad Almadi was convicted of criticizing the regime.

Middle East March 21, 2023

US left out as China, Iran come out on top in latest deal with Saudi Arabia: 'Sign of the times'

China and Iran come out on top in latest deal with Saudi Arabia, explains one expert, as concerns mount over U.S.-Israeli standing in the Middle East.

Iran March 19, 2023

Saudi Arabia invites Iranian President Raisi for visit after restoring diplomatic ties: report

Saudi Arabia has reportedly sent a letter to Tehran, inviting Iranian President Raisi for an official state visit after the two sides agreed to end more than seven years of hostility.

Iran March 16, 2023

Senior Iranian official visit UAE days after Tehran agrees to restore diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia

Days after Iran agreed to restore diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia in a deal brokered by China, a senior official from Iran, Ali Shamkhani, is visiting the United Arab Emirates.

Soccer March 14, 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo's fit of rage at referee leads to yellow card in Saudi Pro League match

Cristiano Ronaldo was not happy when the referee blew his whistle in the Saudi Pro League match between Al-Nassr and Abha, and his frustration boiled over

Crime March 13, 2023

Saudi Arabia executes man for drug charges, family says he was tortured into confessing

A man executed by Saudi Arabia for drug charges was tortured into confessing, his family said.

China March 12, 2023

China denies hidden motives after brokering talks between Saudi Arabia, Iran

China claims it was not pursuing selfish motives when it brokered the end of hostilities between Saudi Arabia and Iran over the weekend.

China March 12, 2023

John Bolton warns US 'sitting still' as China, Russia 'shore up their relations'

Former national security adviser John Bolton said the United States is "sitting still" while China and Russia strengthen relations and Beijing expands its influence in the Middle East.

Middle East March 12, 2023

In groundbreaking ruling, Middle Eastern Islamic council declares ‘fatwa’ against Hamas

The Iraqi-based Islamic Fatwa Council has called Hamas’ treatment of millions of Palestinians living under its rule in the Gaza Strip "inhumane" and "illegitimate."