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- 26 Oct 2026 · The Print
Saudi Arabia Seeks New Allies to Counter Houthi Threat
Saudi Arabia is seeking new allies to counter the Houthi threat in Yemen, which has escalated since the Israel-Hamas war. The conflict has global economic implications due to Yemen's strategic maritime location. With the U.S. engaged elsew…
- 26 Oct 2026 · Ada Derana
Saudi Coalition Targets Houthi Missile Sites Following Riyadh Airport Attack
The Saudi-led coalition has retaliated against Houthi missile facilities in Yemen after a series of attacks on Riyadh's international airport. The coalition destroyed several missile launchers and depots, aiming to cut off Houthi supply li…
- 20 Oct 2026
UK Deploys Jets to Defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi Attacks
The UK has announced the deployment of RAF Typhoon jets to Saudi Arabia in response to escalating Houthi missile and drone attacks. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting stated that the jets will operate in a defensive role and not conduct offen…
- 20 Oct 2026 · BBC News
UK Announces Deployment of RAF Jets to Aid Saudi Defense Against Houthi Aggression
The UK is deploying RAF Typhoon jets to Saudi Arabia to counter Houthi missile and drone attacks, following a series of assaults on Saudi targets. The UK's Defence Secretary has clarified that the jets will be used defensively. This move i…
- 3 Oct 2026 · Gulf News
Escalating US-Iran Tensions: Implications for UAE Residents
The escalating US-Iran conflict has heightened regional tensions, with Iran threatening a more lethal response to any threats, while the US increases its military presence in the Middle East. These developments have led to flight suspensio…
- 3 Oct 2026 · Newsfirst
Sri Lankan Delegation to Saudi Arabia Seeks to Overturn Death Sentence for Anojan Sivarasa
A Sri Lankan delegation, including two President's Counsels, is traveling to Saudi Arabia to discuss the death sentence of Anojan Sivarasa. The team aims to meet with Saudi bar association representatives and appeal to the Supreme Court fo…
- 3 Oct 2026 · Gulf News
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Threatens Severe Retaliation Amid Rising Gulf Tensions
Iran's IRGC warns of a more severe response to US threats, as tensions rise in the Gulf following Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. The US has sent the USS Theodore Roosevelt to the region amid the escalating situation.
- 3 Oct 2026 · TASS
Omani Co-Pilot's Extremist Links Raise Questions Over Security Clearance
An investigation into the Flydubai co-pilot who attacked the captain has revealed that the 29-year-old Omani national, Hamam al-Hammami, had extremist materials discovered in 2024 while he was employed by Oman Air. Authorities are puzzled…
- 3 Oct 2026
Saudi Arabia Prepares for Offensive Against Houthi Forces in Yemen
Saudi Arabia is preparing a military offensive against Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, aiming to retake control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The operation, which could involve over 100,000 Yemeni troops, is expected to be launched in t…
- 3 Oct 2026 · RT
Saudi Arabia Plans Major Offensive in Yemen to Counter Houthi Advances
Saudi Arabia is preparing for a major military offensive in Yemen to counter Houthi advances, potentially mobilizing over 100,000 troops. The operation aims to reclaim strategic areas, particularly around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critic…
- 2 Oct 2026 · Gulf News
Iran's Oil Exports Plummet Amid Blockade, While Gulf Competitors Ramp Up Production
Iran's oil exports have come to a standstill due to blockades, while Saudi Arabia and the UAE have increased their oil production and exports, surpassing pre-blockade levels. Kpler data shows a significant rise in regional crude exports, h…
- 2 Oct 2026 · Gulf News
US Military Deployment and Saudi Missile Defense Amid Regional Tensions
The US has bolstered its military forces in the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran, while Saudi Arabia intercepted a Houthi missile, underscoring regional security challenges.
- 2 Oct 2026 · TASS
US Deploys Additional Patriot Batteries to Saudi Arabia and Qatar
The US has deployed two Patriot air defense batteries to Saudi Arabia and Qatar to protect key energy sites amid potential renewed operations against Iran.
- 2 Oct 2026
Flydubai Flight FZ1073: Heroic Pilot Saves Passengers Amid Cockpit Attack
On October 2, 2026, Flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv faced a harrowing ordeal when the co-pilot attempted to take control of the aircraft by stabbing the captain. Despite being wounded, Captain Smit Machchhar managed to open t…
- 2 Oct 2026 · Gulf News
Saudi Arabia Thwarts Houthi Missile Attack; Minimal Damage Reported
Saudi Arabia's air defense intercepted a Houthi missile aimed at Khamis Mushait, resulting in minimal damage and no reported casualties.
- 2 Oct 2026 · Ada Derana
Saudi Coalition Claims Houthis Attacked Madinah with Drone
The Saudi-led coalition has accused Yemen's Houthi rebels of launching a drone attack on an electricity distribution station in the holy city of Madinah, sparking condemnation from several Muslim nations.
- 1 Oct 2026 · USA Today
Netanyahu Seeks Political Advantage from Dramatic Mid-Air Plane Rescue Amidst Waning Popularity
A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv experienced a near catastrophe when the co-pilot allegedly attempted to crash the plane, but passengers and crew, including a wounded pilot, managed to regain control and land safely. Israeli Prime…