Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s new defense pact reflects anxiety, not strength - opinion
Rather than projecting confidence, the deal with Pakistan and Turkey reflects Saudi Arabia’s search for additional security guarantees in the face of Iran’s growing regional influence.
The US-Saudi nuclear deal: Don’t settle, renegotiate - opinion
Are the Houthis Iran’s last gaming card? – opinion
Saudi Arabia-Turkey-Pakistan defense agreement exposes limits of US military reliance- interview
Energy minister touts oil pipeline to bypass Strait of Hormuz
Israel already has existing infrastructure with a pipeline between Eilat and Ashkelon, but infrastructure would be needed to connect Arab countries if they were willing.
Turkey's 'strategic triad' gains sway in Trump's Middle East policy, posing challenges for Israel
BEHIND THE LINES: Turkey, Qatar, and Pakistan are emerging as a powerful bloc - an alliance openly opposed to Israel.
Houthis claim missiles forced Saudi warplane from Yemeni airspace amid weapons testing
The Houthis warned Saudi Arabia against further incursions and threatened to target Saudi airports and other vital interests.
CENTCOM considers relocating US bases from Gulf States to Negev after painful Iran strikes - report
One option is to establish a new base in the Negev big enough to hold the American army’s forces, or to expand one of the Negev’s air force bases and allocate an American compound there.
US Navy service member missing after helicopter lands in Arabian Sea
Three others were wounded in the incident, though CENTCOM said that the helicopter was not forced to make an emergency landing in the Arabian Sea.
US threatened to withhold interceptors after clash with Saudi Arabia over Hormuz escorts - report
According to the WSJ, Saudi Arabia refused to allow the United States to use its bases and airspace for the mission. In retaliation, the White House threatened to withhold interception systems.
The Aramco moment returns: Israel’s opportunity in the Gulf - opinion
Israel shares common interests with many Gulf states – above all, the need to confront the “Iranian octopus.”
Gulf states' reactions to Lebanon agreement show signs of stability for region - analysis
Anwar Gargash, the diplomatic advisor to the President of the UAE, said he sees the framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel as a step to restoring Lebanon’s sovereignty.
Saudi Aramco helicopter crashes in Ras Tanura, at least 14 killed, authorities confirm
Ras Tanura hosts the largest refinery in the Middle East, and it is operated by Saudi Aramco, who own the helicopter involved in the incident.
Saudi doctor given life sentence for deadly car rampage on German Christmas market
A German court handed down a life sentence in a Christmas market attack that shocked the country and fueled debate over immigration ahead of national elections.
