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Saudi Arabia places all oil facilities on high alert after Bahrain pipeline attack
Bahrain authorities blame forces backed by Iran for the attack on its oil pipeline, located close to capital Manama.
Has Saudi Arabia declared 'war' against Lebanon?
"It is clear that Saudi Arabia and Saudi officials have declared war on Lebanon and on Hezbollah in Lebanon," Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah said.
France's Macron makes surprise visit to Riyadh amid rising tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran
"They discussed the situation in Lebanon following the resignation of Prime Minister Hariri," said a statement from the French presidency.
World's 10th richest man imprisoned in Saudi Arabia's Ritz-Carlton
Prince Alwaleed bin Talal imprisoned inside the Ritz-Carlton in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, following mass arrests of Saudi royals in anti-corruption crackdown.
Saudi Arabia created Isis and unleashed it on the Middle East, says Iran President Hassan Rouhani
Iranian leader defends the ballistic missile launch against Saudi Arabia, which was intercepted near Riyadh airport without casualties.
UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia surged by almost 500% since start of Yemen War
UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia have increased by almost 500% since start of Yemen War. Saudi-led air strikes have killed over 5,000 civilians, UN says.
Houthi rebels in Yemen offer political asylum to Saudi princes arrested in anti-graft purge
Houthis said they were "ready to offer sanctuary to any member of the Al Saud family or any Saudi national that wants to flee oppression and persecution".
Palestinian President Abbas makes unexpected visit to Saudi Arabia amid regional shake-up
Abbas' visit comes when Saudi regime purged several princes and top ministers in sweeping anti-corruption probe, and Lebanese prime minister's resignation annoucement from Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia forced Lebanon prime minister Hariri to step down, says Hezbollah chief
Hassan Nasrallah, the chief of Lebanese Shia militant group Hezbollah, reassured that his militia will not engage in destabilising activities at this time of political instability.
Saudi crown prince's anti-corruption purge shakes Riyadh power centre
Eleven princes, four sitting ministers and "tens" of former ministers have been arrested by a newly-formed anti-corruption committee which is headed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Saudi Arabia plans to begin extracting uranium to become self-sufficient nuclear power
Hashim bin Abdullah Yamani, head of the King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy, said the move will have economic benefits and help diversify energy needs.
Saudi Arabia breaks barriers again by allowing women entry into sports stadiums
Turki Al-Asheikh, chairman of the General Sports Authority, announced stadiums in Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah will be ready to receive families starting in 2018.
Elon Musk trolled by humanoid robot Sophia that was granted citizenship by Saudi Arabia
Elon Musk has previously described AI as a "fundamental risk to the existence of human civilisation".
Powerful Saudi crown prince vows to turn ultra-conservative kingdom into moderate state
Crown prince Mohammed bin Salman pledges the Saudi kingdom will be "open to all religions" as he signals sweeping socio-economic reforms.
Saudi Arabia kills Shia Muslims – but the US turns a blind eye to win arms deals
Rex Tillerson hailed Saudi Arabia as a "terrific partner" during his visit to Riyadh, but failed to condemn Saudi forces' demolition of Shia-majority town Awamiya.
Christians accused of trying to disarm BAE-made Eurofighter Typhoon sold to Saudi Arabia amid Yemen war
Reverend and Quaker in Burnley court after allegedly breaking into a BAE Systems site to sabotage Eurofighter Typhoon jet destined for Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia is executing teenagers for using social media - you call that 'reform'?
The UK continues to stress its support for Saudi Arabia, without addressing the Kingdom's rate of executions and poor human rights record.
Saudi diplomat in UK will not get immunity in 'domestic servitude' case after landmark court ruling
The Supreme Court says Saudi envoy Jarallah al-Malki cannot hide behind diplomatic immunity on claims by Cherrylyn Reyes who accuses him of making her work for 17 hours a day.
400 mysterious stone 'gates', up to 7,000 years old, discovered in Saudi Arabia
At present, archaeologists are unclear on the purpose and exact age of these formations - which resemble gates when looked at from above.
Saudi Arabia bans citizens from wearing pyjamas at sporting events
Authorities say spectators should wear clothing more in line with "the nature of Saudi society" - which has divided opinions.
'Do not come to Saudi Arabia' – Indian worker allegedly tortured by employers gives warning
The woman, who moved from Punjab to Saudi Arabia one year ago, alleged employers deny her food and physically abuse her.
Women over 45 to be allowed to travel to Haj without male chaperones, says report
Women over 45 o be allowed to travel to Haj without male chaperones, said Saudi Arabian government-appointed panel.
Driver risks life to ram burning car and prevent huge petrol station explosion in Saudi Arabia
The brave man was filmed ramming the burning vehicle away before the flames spread to the petrol tanks.
Saudi man flees own wedding because bride's father wants daughter to drive
King Salman issued a decree allowing women to be given driving licences, in what some say was the first step towards women's empowerment in the Kingdom.
Saudi woman fined for driving and her male guardian signs pledge that she won't do it again
Riyadh authorities summoned the traffic violator and warned her male guardian before releasing her with a penalty.
In Saudi Arabia, 40% of executions are for drug offences that aren't even punishable by death
Conservative Islamic kingdom has put 60 people to death in three months, according to Amnesty International.
Saudi Arabia's entertainment authority hit by 'subversive' cyberattacks from outside the kingdom
Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment said its website was hit with attacks beginning on Thursday.
Another first for Saudi women: They're now allowed to issue fatwas
Landmark ruling comes just days after kingdom lifted its ban on female drivers.
Saudi man arrested after threatening to 'burn' women drivers
Incident occurred just days after King Salman lifted a ban on women driving in the kingdom.
Women can drive in Saudi Arabia – but there's a long road ahead for human rights
Women in Saudi Arabia are still very much treated as second-class citizens.