Saudi Arabia
Background
Across 31 storiesSaudi Arabia is a major Middle Eastern power and the world's leading oil exporter. Its foreign policy and regional relationships are significant given its geopolitical influence and role in regional security dynamics.
Recent diplomatic developments involve closer ties with Turkey and Pakistan, including discussions of joint defence agreements amid ongoing regional tensions. The kingdom is also engaging with international health organisations on health priorities. Simultaneously, Saudi Arabia faces security challenges from regional actors, including reported attacks by Houthi forces that have affected Yemeni government forces aligned with Saudi interests.
AI-written background, based on the coverage we have clustered about this subject. Not original reporting — the stories below link to their sources.
Coverage
Saudi Arabia says Houthis tried to attack its capital
12 sources·Sep 20Pact with Saudi Arabia threatens to draw Pakistan into Middle East conflict
1 source·Sep 19US Democrats look to stop Trump's Saudi nuclear deal
1 source·Sep 17Saudi Arabia calls an attempted Mecca attack a 'red line' as Houthis deny they did it
2 sources·Sep 16Houthi gains in Yemen, attack on Saudi pipeline compound pressure on oil markets
1 source·Sep 14Oil prices near 4-month high as Iran and Oman delay Strait of Hormuz talks
3 sources·Sep 14Saudi pipeline shutdown threatens oil exports to Europe and Asia as kingdom relies on stored supplies
2 sources·Sep 14Yemen’s Houthis advance on government strongholds of Marib, Taiz
1 source·Sep 14Houthi projectile wounds two, damages mosque in Jazan region, Saudi says
1 source·Sep 13Saudi Arabia closes East-West pipeline as Houthis tighten grip on Red Sea
1 source·Sep 12Saudi Arabia has few options as it faces mounting threats from Iran and its allies
2 sources·Sep 12Saudi Arabia shuts down oil pipeline, blaming drones from Iraq
7 sources·Sep 12Iran war live: Houthis control Red Sea coast, Saudi pipeline shut down
1 source·Sep 12Iran-backed Houthis seize island at entrance to Red Sea, threatening Saudi oil exports
6 sources·Sep 11How global trade and oil prices could be hit by Houthi advance
4 sources·Sep 11Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have wounded 73 civilians, official says
2 sources·Sep 8Two dead after Aug 31 attack on Saudi oil tanker in Hormuz: Shipping firm
1 source·Sep 2Trump sends Saudi civil nuclear agreement to Congress for review
5 sources·Aug 26Manga-inspired theme park to be built near Paris
4 sources·Aug 24France and Saudi Arabia hold talks ranging from Middle East to esports
3 sources·Aug 24Macron hosts Saudi Crown Prince MBS for two-day Paris visit
2 sources·Aug 23Saudi-hosted Esports Nations Cup delayed to 2027 as Iran conflict continues
1 source·Aug 18US backs 'Islamic Nato': Trump calls Saudi-Turkey-Pak pact 'big, bold step'
1 source·Aug 17Falconry-Canadian falcon commands huge price at Saudi breeders auction
1 source·Aug 15Erdogan says Egypt could join Turkiye-Saudi-Pakistan defence pact
1 source·Aug 15From Riyadh to Paris: How EWC's unexpected move accelerated its global plans
1 source·Aug 15Man City's Reijnders set for £52m Saudi move
1 source·Aug 13Turkiye’s Erdogan visits Saudi Arabia: What to expect
1 source·Aug 7Middle East live: Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey set to sign defence pact in Jeddah
2 sources·Aug 7WHO and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia sign agreements in support of health priorities
1 source·Aug 7