May 08, 2023
Israel hoping for Saudi breakthrough
This, as part of talks between Washington and Riyadh. By Erin Viner United States National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a visit to…
Dec 16, 2022
Netanyahu urges closer US-Saudi ties
During an interview with Al Arabiya English, Israeli Prime Minister-Designate Benjamin Netanyahu also pledged to achieve a "quantum leap" in peace between Jerusalem and Riyadh. By Erin Viner "The traditional…
Nov 02, 2022
US fears Iran strike on Saudis
Washington has warned Tehran that it will respond to any attack on Riyadh. By Erin Viner "We are concerned about the threat picture, and we remain in constant contact through…
Oct 13, 2022
US to reassess Saudi ties
United States President Joe Biden is reviewing relations with Saudi Arabia following its decision with the OPEC+ group to slash oil production, particularly focused on the related threat posed by…
Mar 25, 2021
OPEC output tight amid COVID lockdowns
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is preparing to assess its current policy of holding back millions of barrels of daily supply as the third wave of the…
Mar 11, 2021
Riyadh to reinforce security on oil plants
Saudi Arabia has declared intention to further deter attacks on its oil facilities, in the wake of this week’s assault on the heart of the kingdom’s industry this week by…
Nov 09, 2020
Regional reaction to Trump defeat
There has been widely diverse reaction to the impending exit of U.S. President Donald Trump from the White House. Many Arab leaders congratulated Joe Biden on his election victory, while…
Oct 01, 2020
Kuwait bids farewell to late ruler as new Emir takes office
Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah has been sworn in as Kuwait’s new Emir, following the death of his predecessor and brother. Late ruler Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah was laid to rest…