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Mecca defense signees converging to discuss Houthi threat after Baghaei warns of escalation
The meeting comes a day after Iranian FM Esmail Baghaei said he hoped a “rumor” that Pakistan had deployed troops to Saudi Arabia was untrue, warning that intervention would complicate the situation.
Houthi Red Sea advance, drone strikes leave Saudi Arabia isolated in major conflict - analysis
Even an attack on Mecca isn't enough to unite the Middle East against Iran, analyst tells 'Post'
Houthis downed Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Marib, Yemen, terror group spox. claims
Saudi ‘halal’ nightclub tests societal limits for reforms
Country’s entertainment sector plays crucial role in pushing boundaries, but opponents say basic human rights are being violated.
Voices from the Arab Press: Israel responsible for Palestinian refugees
It was only in recent years that the ‘Beyond Zionism’ Israeli academic movement began stripping the Israeli refugee narrative of its lies.
Voices From The Arab Press: IRAN’S QUEST FOR REGIONAL DOMINATION
The mullahs might try to placate the West, but their objective remains consistent.
Regional crossroads
One way to read the Mecca statement is paying lip service to the Palestinian cause and the Jerusalem issue without doing anything.
Swarm of locusts darkens skies of Saudia Arabia
The infestation started on Sunday, when masses of the insect were reported to have come from Sudan and Eritrea following unusually heavy rainfall in the region.
IDF prepares for crossing of 10,000 Palestinians through Jordan to Mecca
"I am pleased to announce that we are prepared to welcome the pilgrims to the Al-Haram Mosque in Mecca," stated Khatib.
Muslims at hajj blame Arab disunity for Jerusalem embassy move
The status of Jerusalem - home to sites holy to the Muslim, Jewish and Christian religions - is one of the biggest obstacles to any peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinians.
Muslim pilgrims flock to Mecca ahead of hajj
Every able-bodied Muslim who has the means should perform the hajj at least once in their lifetime under a quota system.
Voices from the Arab press: A Saudi overhaul of the pilgrimage process
A selection of stories from the Arab press this week.
