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Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia have reignited the Yemen conflict, drawn Pakistan and Iran into a diplomatic confrontation and added new pressure to global oil and shipping markets.
From a religious revival movement in Yemen's rugged northern mountains to an armed force capable of firing ballistic missiles, attacking oil infrastructure and threatening one of the world's most important shipping corridors, the rise of the Houthis is one of the most consequential transformations in modern Middle Eastern politics. Formally known as Ansar Allah, the Houthis control much of northern Yemen, including the capital Sanaa, and govern areas containing a large majori
Twenty-five years after 9/11, questions remain over possible Saudi-linked assistance to two of the hijackers. What did the FBI uncover about Omar al-Bayoumi, Operation Encore and the alleged Saudi connection?
Saudi Arabia has launched a Package Visa pilot that allows eligible travellers, including those from India, to book visas, flights, hotels and travel insurance together through authorised travel providers. The initiative aims to simplify travel planning and support the Kingdom's Vision 2030 tourism strategy.
