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Saudi Arabia raises oil prices for Asia, EU, US unexpectedly
The kingdom essentially increased the price for EU buyers by $2 a barrel, and 20 cents for US customers
Feb 06, 2023
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Biden makes U-turn on ‘punishment’ for Saudi Arabia: Report
The development would represent a major change in tone by the White House towards Saudi Arabia and is closely watched by energy experts and policymakers around the world
Feb 04, 2023
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UK supreme court considering legality of arms sales to Saudi Arabia
CAAT launched a lawsuit against the UK government in 2020, accusing it of contributing to violations of international law throughout Saudi Arabia's war on Yemen
Jan 31, 2023
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China, Saudi Arabia to establish free trade zone
The Chinese Foreign Minister stressed that both states should expand cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, infrastructure, energy, and technology
Jan 31, 2023
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UK Court to rule on controversial weapons sales to Saudi Arabia
A landmark case could finally determine the legality of Britain's arms trade to Saudi Arabia, which is fueling the war in Yemen.
Jan 27, 2023
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Saudi Arabia intends to open Red Sea islands to Israeli tourists
Although two islands were purchased from Egypt in 2016, Saudi Arabia is planning to build a bridge linking the islands to Egypt
Jan 24, 2023
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Saudi Arabia to continue talks with Russia to stabilize oil prices
The price of Brent crude increased to $130 a barrel last year, and currently stands at $86.30 a barrel
Jan 20, 2023
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Saudi Arabia will not normalize with Israel until two-state solution is achieved
On the same day, Netanyahu affirmed that Tel Aviv is ready to normalize relations with Riyadh
Jan 20, 2023
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Netanyahu says Israel ready to normalize ties with Saudi Arabia
Israel has taken an interest in establishing ties with the kingdom, following the signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020
Jan 19, 2023
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No-strings aid from Saudi Arabia is changing, finance minister says
The Saudi finance minister didn’t specify what conditions his government might attach to financial assistance in the future
Jan 18, 2023
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Saudi Arabia open to dropping US dollar for international trade: Finance Minister
Economists have warned that the greenback is headed for a major crash due to a ballooning national debt and a budget deficit that surpasses $1 trillion
Jan 17, 2023
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Saudi Arabian preacher sentenced to death over social media posts
MbS deems any criticism of the Saudi Arabian government as an attack on the country
Jan 16, 2023
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UK, Saudi Arabia in talks for joint solar power projects
London is looking to bolster cooperation in the field of green energy with Riyadh after years of selling the kingdom weapons used to kill civilians in Yemen
Jan 13, 2023
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Saudi Arabia plans to enrich uranium for nuclear fuel
The kingdom recently discovered 'significant quantities' of valuable minerals in its land which it plans to use to further its renewable energy agenda
Jan 11, 2023
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Saudi Arabia “infiltrates” Wikipedia to control online narratives: Report
Over the years, the kingdom has been deploying aggressive online tactics in order to sway opinion in its favor
Jan 06, 2023
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Saudi Arabia, UAE condemn storming of Al-Aqsa courtyard
The compound is Islam’s third holiest site after Mecca and Medina and Judaism’s most sacred site
Jan 04, 2023
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Israel considers peace with Saudi Arabia possible under new government
Despite their vast differences, both the Israeli opposition and those in power today support attacking Iran while advancing ties with Israel's Arab neighbors
Dec 29, 2022
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US helping Saudi Arabia develop national defense plan
Defense cooperation has been ongoing behind the scenes despite the breakdown in relations both nations witnessed this year
Dec 24, 2022
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Jordanian lawmaker denounces corruption, calls on Saudi Arabia to halt aid deliveries
Jordan has been gripped by street protests in recent days caused by skyrocketing fuel prices and a lack of job opportunities
Dec 24, 2022
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Iran says Saudi Arabia ready to continue reconciliation talks
The Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers reportedly met on the sidelines of a summit in Jordan, marking the highest-level encounter between the two nations since 2016
Dec 21, 2022
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Saudi Arabia to build $11bn petrochemical complex with France’s Total
Fuel-starved France has been building up bonds with Saudi Arabia and the UAE, while also providing military support for the brutal war in Yemen
Dec 16, 2022
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Former Twitter employee found guilty of spying on users for Saudi Arabia
Ahmad Abouammo's job at Twitter was to oversee relationships with journalists and celebrities in West Asia and North Africa and gather personal information for government-affiliated agents
Dec 15, 2022
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UK doubles down on military alliance with Saudi Arabia
British arms manufacturers are seeking increased cooperation with Saudi Arabia, despite the atrocities committed in Yemen
Dec 14, 2022
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Saudi Arabia, Jordan seek to expand relations in 2023
The two Arab states are set to expand bilateral cooperation in the fields of economy, investment, trade, energy, transportation, and water
Dec 13, 2022
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China hails Saudi Arabia’s role in oil markets, Riyadh supports ‘one-china’ policy
Xi is on a three day visit to Riyadh to attend a summit with Saudi delegates, Arab states, and nations of the GCC coalition
Dec 09, 2022
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Palestinian, Chinese Presidents discuss economic cooperation in Saudi Arabia
The Chinese President extended an invitation to President Mahmoud Abbas to visit China, to boost bilateral relations
Dec 08, 2022
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Xi Jinping’s Visit to Saudi Arabia and the overthrow of Atlanticism
The historic China-Arab Summit currently underway in Riyadh symbolizes the emerging Eurasianism in the Persian Gulf.
Dec 08, 2022
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Arab leaders flock to Saudi Arabia as Chinese president receives lavish welcome
Heads of state from across West Asia and North Africa are set to take part in two major summits with the Chinese president
Dec 08, 2022
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Xi arrives in Saudi Arabia, signs bilateral agreement valued at $29.26 billion
Xi will attend three summits during his three day visit; one with the Saudi leadership, one with GCC leaders, and one with Arab leaders
Dec 07, 2022
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Saudi Arabia inks arms deal with Spain to strengthen naval forces
Riyadh has increased its efforts in cooperation with nations across the globe as Saudi leaders look to move away from the kingdom's US dependency
Dec 01, 2022
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