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Gaza enters 2026 with more deaths and Israeli attacks
The start of 2026 in Gaza has marked numerous deaths, including that of a Palestinian man killed by the Israeli army, amid ongoing severe humanitarian conditions. Flooded tents due to harsh winter wea...
Pakistan on verge of $1.5bn deal to provide weapons and jets to Sudan
Pakistan is reportedly close to finalizing a $1.5 billion deal with Saudi Arabia's support to supply aircraft, drones, and advanced air defense systems to the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). The proposed...
More than 50 NGOs warn Israeli bans will gravely impede aid access in Gaza
Over 50 international NGOs have warned that recent registration measures imposed by Israel will suspend their operations in Gaza and the West Bank from January 2, 2026. They claim this undermines huma...
Factbox-Who is fighting in Yemen?
Yemen's civil war has escalated with UAE-backed separatists taking control of southern territory, dividing the Saudi-led coalition that was originally assembled against the Iran-aligned Houthi group. ...
Why Sudan's war risks becoming a permanent political system in 2026
Osama Abuzaid analyzes Sudan's war that has persisted for nearly 1,000 days and explores why it may become entrenched as the country's political system. The conflict is reshaping markets, armed groups...
UAE announces withdrawal of its forces from Yemen following Saudi criticism
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the withdrawal of its military personnel from Yemen following criticism and strikes by Saudi Arabia against UAE-backed forces in Yemen. The Emirati defence...
Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen port over weapons shipment and warns UAE
On Tuesday, Saudi Arabia bombed Mukalla, Yemen, due to weapons that arrived from the United Arab Emirates intended for local separatist forces. The Saudis declared this move to be 'extremely dangerous...
Arab League holds emergency meeting over Israel's recognition of Somaliland
The Arab League convened an emergency meeting in Cairo on Sunday, chaired by the UAE, to discuss Israel's official recognition of Somaliland. The move has been condemned by a coalition of countries in...
Trump administration reviewing Israel's 'military edge' as it eyes Gulf arms deals, sources say
The Trump administration is reviewing Israel's Qualitative Military Edge (QME) as it considers significant arms sales to Saudi Arabia and Qatar that could upset the military balance in the Middle East...
Boeing to make up to 50 new F-15 fighter jets for Israel
Boeing has been awarded a contract valued at approximately $8.6 billion by the US Department of War to supply F-15IA fighter jets to the Israeli Air Force, including an option to increase the order fr...
Saudi-backed head of Yemen's presidential council tells UAE to leave
The president of Yemen's presidential council, Muhammad al-Hadi, has called for all United Arab Emirates forces to withdraw from the country within a day. This comes after an airstrike on Mukalla port...
Turkey hunts for new security alliances as regional tensions rise
Turkey seeks new military cooperation agreements and allies amid rising regional tensions, aiming to build a security structure with potential partners across the Gulf. Turkey is considering joining S...
Egypt shared intelligence with Saudi Arabia on UAE activities in Yemen, sources say
According to an unnamed Egyptian presidential source, Egypt passed intelligence to Saudi Arabia about recent Emirati operations in Yemen as part of efforts to mend strained relations between Cairo and...
Turkey Eyes Entry into Saudi-Pakistan Defence Alliance, Potentially Reshaping Middle East Security Dynamics
Turkey seeks to join the defense alliance between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, which could significantly alter the security dynamics in the Middle East....
Turkey in 'advanced talks' to join Saudi Arabia and Pakistan defence pact: Report
Turkey is reportedly engaging in advanced talks with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan for a potential defence pact that could lead to the formation of a new military bloc in the Middle East. The deal, which ...
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Nigeria denounce 'illegal' Israeli state visit to Somaliland
Several Muslim-majority countries, including Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, condemned Israel's official visit to Somaliland as violating international norms and undermining Somalia's sovereignty. The join...
Syria's Sharaa, Saudi crown prince discuss economic ties as SDF clashes flare
Discussions regarding economic relations between Saudi Arabia and Syria take place amid ongoing security challenges and rebuilding efforts in Syria. The situation is further complicated by clashes inv...
UAE-backed separatists withdraw from key Yemeni city after Saudi strikes
UAE-supported Southern Transitional Council (STC) fighters have withdrawn from the city of Mukalla in eastern Yemen's Hadhramaut province after heavy clashes with Saudi Arabia-backed forces. STC membe...
Yemen presidency says Saudi-backed forces retake key province
Saudi Arabia-backed troops have regained control of Hadramawt province in Yemen following conflicts with forces supported by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This development underscores the growing ri...
UAE calls for restraint amid rapidly moving Yemen crisis
The United Arab Emirates expresses concern over escalating tensions in Yemen following Saudi-supported government forces retaking areas seized by UAE-backed separatists seeking independence. This conf...
Saudi Warplanes Strike UAE-Backed Separatists In Southern Yemen
The Royal Saudi Arabian Air Force conducted airstrikes against separatist forces backed by the United Arab Emirates in southern Yemen's Hadramout region, escalating tensions within the anti-Houthi coa...
Escalation Sequence from Hadramawt to Mahra
The article discusses the escalating tensions and potential conflict scenarios moving from the province of Hadramawt towards the eastern region of Mahra in Yemen. It highlights strategic and geopoliti...
Eight countries urge Israel to allow 'permanent and dignified shelter' into Gaza as weather worsens
Ministers from Jordan, UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt issued a statement urging Israel to lift restrictions and allow essential supplies into Gaza. They expressed con...
UAE-backed southern Yemen separatists to hold independence referendum
UAE-supported separatist groups within Southern Yemen's Transitional Council (STC) announced plans for an independence referendum amidst ongoing conflicts with Saudi Arabia and its allies. STC Preside...
Seven killed as Saudi coalition strikes UAE-backed forces in Yemen
Air strikes conducted by a Saudi-led coalition have killed seven separatist fighters in Yemen, according to an official from the group. This marks the first such casualties following the Southern Tran...
Saudi Arabia launches Hadramout offensive as Gulf rivalry haunts Yemen
Fighting continues in Hadramout province, Yemen, between forces aligned with Saudi Arabia's government and those supported by the United Arab Emirates. This conflict underscores the increasing tension...
Saudi Arabia awards record number of mining licenses in Vision 2030 push
Saudi Arabia has granted a record number of mining licenses as part of its Vision 2030 initiative, aiming to tap into the country’s estimated mineral resources worth $2.51 trillion....
7 dead as Saudi jets strike UAE-backed separatists in ‘peaceful’ Yemen operation
Air strikes by the Saudi-led coalition killed seven separatist fighters from the Southern Transition Council (STC) in Yemen on Friday. These attacks follow the STC's recent territorial gains in Hadram...
Saudi airstrikes hit UAE-aligned STC forces in Hadramout
Saudi Arabia conducted airstrikes near the Saudi-Yemen border in Hadramout province due to ongoing clashes between forces loyal to the Saudi-backed provincial governor and those aligned with the separ...
Seven people killed by Saudi air strikes in southern Yemen, say separatists
The Southern Transitional Council (STC) reports that seven people were killed and over twenty wounded due to seven air strikes conducted by Saudi Arabia against STC positions in southeastern Yemen. Th...
New Normals in the Middle East
The Middle East enters a phase of strategic adjustment as the US cedes some security responsibilities to regional allies. Turkey, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Iran are reassessing their roles leading to n...
Saudi-UAE rivalry explodes into view after strike in war-torn Yemen
Despite years of projecting power together, growing rivalry between Saudi Arabia and UAE has surfaced due to diverging interests and competition for influence in regions like Yemen. This tension is ev...
Saudi Arabia sets executions record in 2025, putting 356 people to death
In 2025, Saudi authorities executed 356 individuals according to Agence France-Presse (AFP), a new record for the country. The majority of those executed were convicted of drug-related offenses as par...
The Middle East Looks Toward a Grim 2026
Experts predict escalating conflicts in the Middle East due to anticipated lack of sustained U.S. leadership and involvement under an unpredictable presidential administration....
UAE to pull remaining forces from Yemen in crisis with Saudi Arabia
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has decided to fully pull out its military forces from Yemen following pressure from Saudi Arabia, which had demanded the UAE's withdrawal within 24 hours....
UAE to withdraw forces from Yemen after Saudi ultimatum over Mukalla air strike
The United Arab Emirates announced its intention to withdraw all remaining forces from Yemen after receiving a 24-hour ultimatum from Saudi Arabia following an air strike on the port city of Mukalla. ...
A war within a war: Yemen's latest conflict
Since 2014, Yemen has been engaged in a civil war with Houthi rebels backed by Iran, leading to a Saudi-led military intervention. A new struggle is emerging between armed factions within the governme...
Saudi Arabia bombs UAE shipment in Yemen and calls out Emirati role
On December 30, 2025, Saudi Arabia bombed an Emirati shipment of weapons and vehicles destined for southern Yemen's separatist group, the Southern Transitional Council (STC). The shipment allegedly or...
From brothers to rivals: Key moments in Saudi-UAE relations​
A Saudi airstrike on what was claimed as an UAE-linked weapons shipment in Yemen represents the most significant escalation between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi to date. This marks a shift from their former r...
Saudi Arabia hits Mukalla port amid rift with UAE over Yemen
Clash Report states that Saudi Arabia has targeted Mukalla port in Yemen with airstrikes due to the presence of vessels carrying armored vehicles and weapons destined for UAE-supported separatist forc...
Trump Hinting at Launching Ground Attacks on Venezuela
According to Saudi newspaper Al Riyadh, President Trump has been suggesting possible ground military operations against Venezuela. The article discusses the tense situation between the United States a...
Houthis would target any Israeli presence in Somaliland, leader warns
The leader of Yemen's Houthi group warned that any Israeli presence in the unrecognized region of Somaliland would be a military target for their forces, citing it as an act of aggression against Soma...
Saudi-led coalition warns of intervention against Yemen separatists
The Saudi-led coalition on Saturday warned that it will support Yemen's government in any military confrontations with separatist forces. Following reported air strikes by the Saudis against positions...
Hamas’ 2023 attack on Israel changed balance of power in Middle East
The conflict between Hamas and Israel in Gaza has altered power dynamics within the region by strengthening Israel's position while weakening Iran's influence. Additionally, it has reduced the signifi...
Intelligence Agencies Red Flag Potential Nuclear Dimension in Upcoming Bangladesh-Pakistan Defence Cooperation Agreement
Intelligence agencies have raised concerns over a potential nuclear dimension in a military deal that Bangladesh is formalizing with Pakistan. The agreement mirrors deals Islamabad has signed with Sau...
Ambiguity as Deterrence: Why the Saudi–Pakistan Defense Pact Matters
The strategic defense relationship between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan thrives on mutual supply of military capabilities that each lacks. This partnership creates ambiguity in regional deterrence strate...
Houthis Mobilize For Southern Offensive in Yemen
The Houthi rebels are intensifying their military build-up and logistical operations with the aim of launching an offensive into southern Yemen regions controlled by government forces backed by a Saud...
Saudi Arabia Deports 24,000 Pakistani Beggars After Warning To Islamabad
In 2025, Saudi Arabia expelled 24,000 Pakistani nationals due to allegations of organized begging and related criminal activities. This measure aligns with a wider Gulf initiative aimed at reducing il...
Dispatch from Riyadh: Why Syria is central to the Middle East’s future
A visit to Saudi Arabia highlights opportunities for ensuring that Syria does not again become an arena of Iranian influence and regional instability one year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad....
Saudi Nuclear Posture After the 12-Day War
Following Israel's conflicts with Iran and attacks on Doha, Saudi Arabia contemplates enhancing its nuclear ambiguity as a counterbalance against perceived threats from Iran and Israel. Gulf states ex...
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