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WriterOver 480 children killed, 520 injured in Yemen conflict: rights group
Yemeni Rights and Freedoms Network chief says Houthi militia has sent large numbers of children to the frontlines, resulting in hundreds of casualties.
Saudi air defenses praised for professionalism against Houthi attacks
Political analyst Faisal Al-Sumairi says Saudi air defenses have shown high professionalism in intercepting Houthi missiles and drones.
Advanced weaponry held by Houthis signals external backing, says analyst
Military analyst Abdullah Al-Qahtani says the Houthis' advanced arms show they receive external support to target civilians and threaten global shipping.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard seeks to provoke Trump ahead of US midterms, analyst says
Raghida Dergham says Iran’s Revolutionary Guard aims to draw Trump into action before US midterm elections, amid ongoing but stalled negotiations.
Referees appointed for day two of Gulf U-17 Cup in Qatar
The Gulf Football Association has named referees for the second day of the U-17 Gulf Cup, currently underway in Qatar.
Brent crude tops $110 a barrel for first time since May as prices surge
Brent crude reached $110 a barrel on Friday, its highest close since May, as both Brent and WTI futures posted significant gains.
Coalition destroys two ballistic missile launchers in Saada
Coalition forces led by Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki destroyed two ballistic missile launch platforms in Yemen’s Saada province.
Gold posts weekly loss as markets await US interest rate signals
Gold prices fell 0.7% this week as investors weighed the prospect of further US rate hikes following higher-than-expected inflation data.
Heavy thunderstorms and flash floods expected across several Saudi regions Saturday
The National Center for Meteorology forecasts heavy thunderstorms and possible flash floods in Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and Makkah, with strong winds and dust.
Iranian Revolutionary Guard closes Strait of Hormuz, threatens violators
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Navy has closed the Strait of Hormuz, warning that ships violating Iranian rules risk being set ablaze, escalating global shipping concerns.
Coalition destroys two ballistic missile launchers in Saada province
The Arab Coalition has destroyed two ballistic missile launch platforms in Yemen’s Saada province, its spokesman said on Saturday.
Coalition releases video of Houthi arms smuggling operation off Hodeidah
The Saudi-led coalition has published footage showing its targeting of Houthi arms smuggling operations by sea toward Hodeidah.
Civil Defense declares Jazan safe, warns against sharing missile information
Saudi Civil Defense has lifted the threat alert for Jazan and warned residents not to share information or images related to missile or drone incidents.
Saudi Broadcasting Authority launches Arabic version of The 1% Club on SBC
The Saudi Broadcasting Authority secures rights to air the Arabic edition of The 1% Club, titled 'Tahaadi 1%', on SBC channel.
Saudi U-16 team to face Egypt in Gulf U-17 Cup opener
Saudi Arabia’s U-16 football team will kick off their Gulf U-17 Cup campaign against Egypt on Saturday evening at Hamad Al-Kabeer Stadium in Doha.
Beirut airport certification expires, Lebanese minister expects renewal soon
A UN aviation agency report says Beirut airport's certification has lapsed, with Lebanon lacking an independent air accident investigation body.
Trump hails strong ties with Saudi Arabia, optimistic about kingdom's future
US President Donald Trump praised his relationship with Saudi Arabia and expressed optimism about the kingdom's future in remarks to reporters.
US Central Command: $25 billion in Iranian oil exports blocked
US Central Command says American efforts have prevented Iran from exporting at least $25 billion in crude oil, impacting all sectors of its economy.
Islamic University of Madinah makes major leap in QS Arab University Rankings 2027
The Islamic University of Madinah advanced 32 places in the 2027 QS Arab University Rankings, marking the biggest jump among Saudi universities.
Civil Defense warns of thunderstorms and flooding across Saudi Arabia through Wednesday
Saudi Civil Defense urges residents to stay safe as thunderstorms and flooding are expected to continue across most regions until Wednesday.
Yemeni, Indonesian foreign ministers discuss latest developments in Yemen
Yemen’s foreign minister spoke with her Indonesian counterpart to review the situation in Yemen and the region, and ways to strengthen bilateral ties.
Man arrested in Najran for drug trafficking, weapons found in vehicle
Saudi traffic police in Najran detained a man for trafficking hashish and possessing concealed firearms and knives. He was referred for further investigation.
Yemeni armed forces repel major Houthi attacks in southern and western Taiz
Yemeni forces, backed by popular resistance and airstrikes, have repelled large-scale Houthi assaults in Taiz, inflicting heavy losses on the militia.
Yemen welcomes UN Security Council statement on Houthi attacks
Yemen's foreign ministry welcomed the UN Security Council's statement condemning Houthi military escalation and attacks on Yemen and Saudi Arabia.