APRIL
Saudi-led Arab coalition intercepts Houthi drone launched towards Khamis Mushait
Libyan factions face international call to step up peace process
Israel strikes targets in Syria after missile attack near Dimona nuclear site
Houthis throw abducted model Al-Hammadi into solitary confinement
‘Better late than never’: Why the anticipated US recognition of the Armenian Genocide is significant
Biden says 1915 Aremenian massacre constitutes genocide
Explained: How to visit Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah this Ramadan
Blinken calls on international community to question Houthis on Marib assault
Saudi Crown Prince says differences with US minimal, suggests peace with Houthi still possible
‘An honor and duty:’ Meet the female Saudi officers guarding the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah
Friend in deed: How Saudi oxygen will save lives in COVID-19-ravaged India
MAY
Saudi Arabia intercepts, destroys ‘hostile air target’ aimed at Jeddah
Saudi forces shoot down Houthi drone aimed at Khamis Mushayt
Saudi defense forces destroy Houthi drones, missile targeting Najran
Saudi Aramco first quarter profit surges 30% to $21.7bn
Biden and Abu Dhabi crown prince discuss Iran threat to region
Oil nudges $70 as hopes grow for global recovery
Blinken reveals uncertainty clouding US-Iran nuclear talks
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan sign agreement to establish Saudi-Pakistani Supreme Coordination Council
Saudi Arabia, UAE and Oman reject Israeli measures to evacuate Palestinian homes in Jerusalem
UN chief urges Israel to exercise restraint as more clashes erupt in East Jerusalem
Saudi Arabia condemns attacks by Israeli forces at Al-Aqsa
Gaza violence: 40 killed, more than 200 wounded in relentless Israeli airstrikes and Hamas rocket barrage
UN Security Council urges immediate cease-fire in Yemen
Israel targets Gaza tunnels, Palestinian rocket attacks persist
‘Death and darkness’: Gazans’ night of terror as Israel strikes
As Palestinians observe ‘Nakba’ worldwide, Israeli forces go on rampage in Gaza
Gaza pummelled by fresh Israeli strikes, more than 200 dead in a week
Israel-Gaza violence shows few signs of slowing as global diplomacy ramps up
Cease-fire still elusive in Israel-Gaza fighting
Airstrikes kill six in Gaza as relentless Israeli bombardment continues
Israel-Palestinian cease-fire comes into force
Key Palestine questions stay unresolved as Israel-Hamas fighting in Gaza ends
Death and destruction: Gaza counts the cost of Israel’s 11-day onslaught
US casts doubt on nuclear deal revival as Iran resumes game of cat and mouse with UN inspectors
Blinken begins Middle East mission to bolster Gaza cease-fire
Blinken pledges US support to Gaza without aiding Hamas
Security Council denounces Syrian election as a ‘charade’ and ‘grotesque joke’
UN rights council orders probe into Gaza conflict
UN urges Yemen factions to ‘make breakthrough’ toward peace
Egypt hosts Israeli minister in diplomatic drive to secure permanent Gaza peace
JUNE
Egypt intelligence chief in Gaza for Hamas talks
Pentagon official warns of Hezbollah threat to Lebanon’s stability amid financial crisis
UN Security Council to discuss Yemen oil tanker impasse
UN chief praises Saudi Arabia’s role in establishing a global anti-corruption network
US condemns Houthis for truce failure, Marib offensive
Arab coalition intercepts Houthi drone targeting Saudi Arabia
Yemenis shocked after girl, 5, killed in Houthi strike on gas station
Blinken: Tehran could build a nuclear bomb ‘in a matter of weeks’
Blinkin anticipates hundreds of sanctions on Iran to remain in place
Five rockets target Iraq base housing US contractors: security source
Afghan, Pakistani scholars sign ‘Declaration of Peace in Afghanistan’ in Makkah
Yemen calls on international community to protect civilians
Saudi decision to allow 60,000 vaccinated residents on Hajj and bar foreigners welcomed
Knesset approves new coalition, ending Netanyahu’s long rule
Hundreds of migrants feared dead in shipwreck off Yemen
Iran ‘enriches 6.5 kg of uranium to 60 percent’
Saudi Arabia, US committed to addressing climate challenge with urgency: Joint statement
US blames Houthis for failed Yemen peace efforts
Iran ultraconservative named presidential election winner
Arab countries condemn Houthis’ launching of 17 drones toward Saudi Arabia from Yemen
US downsizing military assets ‘will not affect Saudi air defenses’: spokesman
What Saudi Arabia’s improved global ranking in labor resilience signifies
Saudi Arabia will judge new Iran president Raisi by ‘reality on the ground’: FM
Continuity of aggressive Iranian policies assured with Raisi’s election: Former senior CIA official Norman Roule
United Nations urges Israel to halt buildings of settlements immediately
US, France warn Iran that time running out to revive nuclear deal
Iran-backed factions in show of military strength in Iraq
Arab coalition intercepts 10 Houthi drones, missiles launched toward southern Saudi Arabia within 48 hours
Israel’s Lapid begins ‘historic’ UAE trip
Saudi Arabia launches National Transport and Logistics Strategy
JULY
Crunch trials to set oil output for rest of year
Yemeni government, Southern Transitional Council resume talks in Riyadh to resolve conflict
Saudi Arabia bans travel to and from UAE, Ethiopia and Vietnam due to COVID-19
Saudi travelers rush to return home before flight ban
Extending OPEC+ deal beyond April is the basis of agreement: Saudi Energy Minister
OPEC+ leaves oil market wondering after postponing meeting indefinitely
Saudi deputy defense minister holds talks with US military officials
Explosion on ship at Jebel Ali Port shakes Dubai
Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon calls on leaders to put differences aside
Saudi Arabia pledges aid to Tunisia as COVID-19 infections rise
Sultan Haitham leaves Oman for Saudi Arabia on an official visit
Sultan Haitham and King Salman hold talks in NEOM during Saudi Arabia
Fire kills at least 52 at COVID-19 hospital in southern Iraq
Grief and anger: Iraqis demand justice as hospital blaze kills 92
Iran warns it can enrich uranium to nuclear weapons grade
Taliban ‘more qualified’ to run Afghanistan than Kabul govt, says group spokesman
UN envoy: ‘Spoilers’ are trying to obstruct Libyan elections
Makkah sees safe arrival of pilgrims as Hajj begins
OPEC+ members agree to raise output by 400,000 barrels a day from August
Hajj pilgrims reach Muzdalifah after spending day at Arafat
Palestinians wecome Ben and Jerry’s decision; claims of antisemitism rejected
Three shot dead in riots as Iran regime runs out of water
Saudi Arabia announces successful completion of Hajj 2021
Iran’s Khuzestan protests: Water was the trigger, anti-Arab discrimination is the reason
Iran’s meddling in affairs of other countries threatens regional security: GCC chief
Tunisian president ousts government, freezes parliament in move critics call a coup
This is no coup, says Tunisia’s president
Turmoil in Tunisia brings Ennahda’s moment of truth one step closer
Tunisia launches probe into funding of Ennahda party
Fully vaccinated tourists allowed to enter Saudi Arabia from Aug. 1 without quarantine
HRW slams Iranian crackdown on Khuzestan protests
AUGUST
UN urged to curb ‘Iranian terrorism’ after armed drone strike on tanker
Israel says it has evidence linking Iran to deadly tanker attack; Tehran denies
Israel free to make decisions it deems appropriate on Iran: White House
Iran hijacks another tanker in Arabian Sea, Saudi FM blasts ‘negative’ Tehran
UN urged to act over Iran piracy in the Gulf
Israel ‘ready to attack Iran’ after fatal strike on ship
Hezbollah rocket attack on Israel brings Lebanon to the brink of war
As good as gold! Fans rally behind thwarted Saudi karate star Tarek Hamdi
Saudi Aramco leads Big Oil in profits, beats expectations
Saudi FM, US secretary of state discuss bilateral relations
Trial over Iran 1988 mass murder begins in Sweden
Sudan to hand Bashir, other officials wanted for Darfur war crimes to ICC for trial
Lebanese block roads after central bank puts brakes on fuel subsidies
Taliban move closer to Kabul in sweeping closer to Kabul in sweeping territorial gains
At least 20 killed in Lebanon fuel truck explosion
Taliban take control of Kabul, storm presidential palace
7 dead in airport mayhem as thousands flee Taliban takeover
Taliban chief takes charge as militants vow ‘no revenge, respect for women’
Former Afghan leader Ashraf Ghani: I left Kabul to prevent bloodshed, did not take money
Several killed as protests spread to Kabul; anti-Taliban opposition supports demos
Taliban revenge killings heighten fears; ‘no clear way out’ alarms UN
Taliban mock Western evacuation efforts as Kabul airport chaos worsens
OIC offers to help Afghanistan peace, facilitate evacuations
Soldier killed in Kabul airport gunfight as Taliban warns of ‘consequences’ over US withdrawal
World powers urge Taliban to give ‘safe passage’ to Afghans
Taliban ‘face health and economic disaster’ with Afghanistan running out of cash
Daesh attack on Kabul airport kills 60 Afghans, 12 US troops
US drone strike targets Daesh ‘planner’ in Afghanistan: Pentagon
US warns of ‘specific credible threat’ near Kabul airport
Global coalition pledges to keep fighting Daesh after Kabul attack
Taliban celebrate victory as last US soldier leaves Afghanistan
SEPTEMBER
Support for Saudi Arabia as Abha airport attack sparks global condemnation
Afghans make a run for the border as Taliban promise ‘all-inclusive’ govt ‘within 2 weeks’
140 Houthis killed in clashes with Yemeni forces
Lebanon delegation in first official Syria visit in 10 years
Wave of Houthi missile, drone attacks on Saudi Arabia thwarted
US leads global condemnation of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
Taliban say they took Panjshir, last holdout Afghan province
Taliban name caretaker Cabinet that pays homage to old guard
Blinken warns US getting ‘closer’ to giving up on Iran nuclear deal
Arab countries call for inspection of all Iranian nuclear sites
Lebanon forms government after 13 months
Iran invites UN nuclear watchdog’s chief for talks before showdown with West: Diplomats
Iran backs down in standoff with UN nuclear inspectors
Palestinian peace hopes rise after Egypt talks
Hezbollah illegally bringing Iranian oil to Lebanon
Houthis told to stop ‘stalemated’ Marib offensive
Saudi Arabia, UAE, UK and US express concerns about Yemen economy
Amnesty condemns ‘impunity’ over Iran custody deaths
Houthis execute 9 civilians over 2108 coalition killing of leader Al-Samad
UN ‘strongly condemns’ Houthi execution of 9 civilians
Saudi Arabia blasts push by Iran for nuclear bomb
Biden in UN call for independent Palestine
King Salman tells UN Saudi Arabia supports global effort to block Iranian nuclear ambitions
Coalition forces thwart Houthi attempts to disrupt Saudi National Day celebrations with drone attacks
US, EU voice frustration at Iran’s dithering on nuclear deal
Tunisia’s Islamist party falling apart as over 100 key members resign amid crisis
50 Houthis killed in new battle for Marib city
Tehran faces UN rap over atom secrets
Saudi foreign minister calls on world powers to act over Iran’s nuclear violations
Tunisia president names Najla Bouden as country’s first female PM
OCTOBER
Expo 2020 Dubai kicks off with star-studded spectacle
Debris from destroyed Houthi drone fall on houses in Jazan
Four dead in Aden gun battle as Yemen’s separatists go to war
Saudi-Iran talks still ‘exploratory,’ says FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan
Damning UN report lists 5 years of crimes against humanity in Libya
New alarm in US over Iran drive twoard nuclear bomb
Debris from intercepted Houthi drone injure 4 workers at Abha airport
Saudi-led consortium clinches Newcastle United takeover
10 people injured in foiled Houthi drone attack on Saudi Arabia’s Jazan airport
100 Houthis killed in heavy fighting outside central Yemeni city of Marib
Saudi Arabia calls on UN Security Council to impose deterrent measure on Yemen’s Houthis after Jazan airport attack
Moqtada Al-Sadr wins Iraq vote, former PM Al-Maliki close behind
Coalition airstrikes on Houthis in bid to end siege of Abedia
US demands end to Houthi militia siege in Marib
Six killed in Beirut clashes as tensions soar over port blast investigation
The masks are off in public places as Saudi Arabia eases COVID-19 restrictions
PIF to use oil platforms to attract tourists through ‘THE RIG.’ project
165 Houthis killed in coalition airstrikes in Marib battleground
EU says no Iran nuclear deal talks in Brussels on Thursday
IAEA: Surveillance of Iran nuclear program no longer ‘intact’
UN Security Council condemns Houthi violations in Yemen, Saudi Arabia
Arab coalition strikes military sites in Houthi-held Sanaa
Iran nuclear talks ‘on life support’ as Tehran drags feet
Saudi Arabia to reach net zero carbon by 2060: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Saudi Arabia plants to be world’s biggest hydrogen producer
CEOs, investors and policymakers to debate how to ‘invest in humanity’ at FII conference in Riyadh
Fashion, money, power and sustainability: Welcome to the new FII
Warnings at FII about risks of saving the environment and ignoring the economy
US political figures call for prosecution of Iranian president for crimes against humanity
Saudi Arabia orders Lebanon envoy to leave, recalls its ambassador to country
Saudi Arabia will continue supporting energy markets stability, King Salman tells G20
NOVEMBER
Last chance to save the planet as world leaders gather for COP26
UK ambassador: Saudi Arabia ‘can lead world’ on climate change
COP26 leaders in $19bn green pledge to save world’s forests
Saudi climate change chief: Deal ‘can be done’ to save the planet
OPEC+ agrees to stick to output level plan despite US pressure
Moody’s changes Saudi Arabia’s outlook to stable from negative, affirms A1 ratings
Iraqi PM unhurt after failed assassination attempt as his residence
Attempt to assassinate Iraqi PM draws global condemnation
Militias ‘tried to murder Iraqi PM with Iranian-made drones’
UAE foreign minister meets with Bashar Assad in Damascus
Crown prince affirms Saudi Arabia’s commitment to enhancing stability of global energy markets
Saudi Arabia to grant citizenship to highly skilled foreign professionals
US politicians condemn Houthi break of US Embassy in Yemen
Saudi crown prince announces world’s first non-profit city
Field military leader among 11 Houthis killed in Hodeidah fighting
NEOM to see world’s largest floating industrial complex OXAGON
Arab coalitions strikes Iran Revolutionary Guard, Hezbollah experts in Yemen
Sudan activists call for escalation after deadliest day since coup
France warns Iran against ‘sham’ nuclear negotiating stance
US support for security in Mideast ‘strong, sure’: defense secretary
Sudan PM Hamdok reinstated after coup, protester killed
Bahrain says it foiled planned attack, confiscated Iranian weapons and explosives
Houthis condemned for military activities at Sanaa airport
UAE announces $10 billion fund for investments in Turkey
Saudi authorities: 4 dead, 48 injured after bus collision in Madinah province
US threatens escalation with with Iran in nuclear row
Saudi Arabia to allow direct entry from all countries for single jabbed
Omicron variant detected in more countries as scientists race to find answers
Arab coalition targets Iran Revolutionary Guard experts in Sanaa
DECEMBER
Saudi Arabia’s flight ban ends for travelers from India, Egypt, Pakistan
Probe launched after Sauid Arabia records first omicron variant case
‘No cause for optimism’ on Iran nuclear deal: US
Frankly Speaking: Saudi Arabia sets example on combating terror financing, says French Senate member Nathalie Goulet
President Macron’s visit to Saudi Arabia signals new era in French-Saudi cooperation
Fraternal Saudi-Oman ties in focus as Muscat prepares to welcome Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Saudi, Omani firms unveil deals worth $10bn as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman begins visit
UAE confers highest civilian award on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Saudi Arabia’s crown prince arrives in Qatar, meets emir
Saudi crown prince arrives in Bahrain, meets King Hamad
Very robust range of military options’ exist to deter Iran: US commander
US leads new crunch talks on Iranian nuclear deal
Saudi Arabia predicts $24bn budget surplus in 2022
Iran losing ‘precious time’ with nuclear stance: European diplomats
Security, strategic ties top agenda at 42nd GCC summit in Riyadh
US should consider military option against Iran, says panel of former elected US officials and diplomats
Saudi and Egyptian FMs express full support on security issues
Crown Prince launches Jeddah Downtown $20bn master development plan
Emergence of omicron underscores case for global COVID-19 action plan: Experts
OIC countries pledge fund to stave off Afghanistan ‘chaos’
Mystery of blast at Iran nuclear power plant
Health chiefs fear ‘gathering storm’ as omicron variant sweeps world
Armenian president hails ‘new page’ in ties with Saudi Arabia, thanks Arab world for providing refuge after genocide
Jingle all the way: How Christmas is becoming more accepted in Saudi Arabia
Houthi projectile kills two in Saudi Arabia’s Jazan
Arab coalition launches airstrikes on military targets in Yemen’s Sanaa
Arab coalition releases footage showing Hezbollah, Iranian involvement in Yemen war
Iran demands ‘cash for oil’ as nuclear talks resume
Saudi cabinet approves evidence law to develop the legislative system
King Salman says Iran’s destabilizing acts remail a ‘great concern’ for Saudi Arabia
11 Yemeni troops killed, 16 injured in Houthi strike
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