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US Seizes Iranian Ship Near Hormuz, Tehran Vows Retaliation Amid Tensions
WorldAPReutersBBC+117bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeera+109 more2d ago120 sources

US Seizes Iranian Ship Near Hormuz, Tehran Vows Retaliation Amid Tensions

The United States seized an Iranian vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Tehran to vow retaliation and further escalating tensions in the critical waterway. This incident occurred ahead of planned peace talks, which Iran is reportedly considering boycotting due to US demands.

LIV Golf Tour Faces Financial Crisis, Potential Closure
Financela-repubblica4d ago

LIV Golf Tour Faces Financial Crisis, Potential Closure

The LIV Golf circuit, which received a $5 billion investment from Riyadh, is reportedly at risk of closing after the current season if new financiers are not secured. Teams are being put up for sale to prevent its collapse.

Israel and Lebanon Hold First Direct Talks in Decades
CultureAPReutersBBC+108bloombergNYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPR+100 more7d ago111 sources

Israel and Lebanon Hold First Direct Talks in Decades

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to and held their first direct negotiations in decades, with talks facilitated by the United States. An Israeli envoy described the discussions as an excellent exchange of views.

HBO's New Harry Potter TV Show Confirms Fantastic Beasts' Failure
CultureThe Guardianvarietyhollywood-reporter+6deadlinerolling-stonecdm-meignenewsscreen-rant19d ago9 sources

HBO's New Harry Potter TV Show Confirms Fantastic Beasts' Failure

HBO is set to release a special documentary, 'Finding Harry: The Craft Behind The Magic,' for its new Harry Potter TV series, which is seen as a confirmation of the 'Fantastic Beasts' film franchise's failure.

Israel Takes Responsibility for Attacks on Iranian Nuclear Facilities, Arak Plant Hit
WorldAPBBCbloomberg+73NYTwsjFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl Jazeera+65 more25d ago76 sources

Israel Takes Responsibility for Attacks on Iranian Nuclear Facilities, Arak Plant Hit

Iranian nuclear facilities were attacked, with Israel claiming responsibility just hours after threatening to escalate military operations against Iran. Israeli forces confirmed bombing Iran's Arak heavy-water reactor, targeting key infrastructure for plutonium production, following earlier reports of US and Israeli strikes on facilities in Arak and Ardakan.

Saudi Arabia Expels Iranian Military Staff, Deepening Gulf Diplomatic Crisis
PoliticsAl Jazeerahindustan-timesjerusalem-post+4naftemporikiarab-newsjordan-timesvanguard-ng1mo ago7 sources

Saudi Arabia Expels Iranian Military Staff, Deepening Gulf Diplomatic Crisis

Saudi Arabia has expelled Iranian military staff and condemned 'blatant' attacks, following a similar move by Qatar, further escalating tensions and bringing Riyadh-Tehran normalization into question amid ongoing Iranian actions and diplomatic condemnations from Gulf states.

Indian Student Recounts Escape from Gulf War Zone
Worldndtv1mo ago

Indian Student Recounts Escape from Gulf War Zone

Deepak Gaikwad, an Indian student, along with seven others including two families with young children, successfully escaped the Gulf War Zone, reaching London via Riyadh and describing the experience as 'paralysing fear'.

Gold and Silver Plunge Amid Iran War and Diminished Rate-Cut Hopes
WorldFTAl JazeeraThe Independent+8Yahoohotnewscyprus-mailklix-banaftemporikimkd-mkadvisor-perspectivesprotothema-en1mo ago11 sources

Gold and Silver Plunge Amid Iran War and Diminished Rate-Cut Hopes

Gold and silver prices experienced a sharp decline, with gold sinking for a seventh session and silver slumping over 10%, as the escalating Middle East conflict drove oil prices higher and reduced prospects for a US interest-rate cut.

Saudi Arabia Intercepts Ballistic Missiles Towards Riyadh
WorldReuterswapoAl Jazeera+15yle-uutisetaftonbladetberlingskesvenska-dagbladethinduobservadorYahooTimes of India+7 more1mo ago18 sources

Saudi Arabia Intercepts Ballistic Missiles Towards Riyadh

Saudi Arabia has intercepted four ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh ahead of a foreign ministers' meeting, indicating ongoing regional threats and security concerns.

A total of 160 Greek seafarers are in the Middle East
WorldBBCFTCNN+26yle-uutisetnosukrainska-pravdaberlingskeSCMPtvn24delfi-ltdigi24+18 more1mo ago29 sources

A total of 160 Greek seafarers are in the Middle East

The Greek government is closely monitoring the safety of seafarers as attacks on energy facilities in the region increase The post A total of 160 Greek seafarers are in the Middle East appeared first…

US Pledges Reliable Energy Supply to Asia-Pacific Amid Middle East Crisis
BusinessSCMPindex-hrYahoo+19la-vanguardiaTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-expresscyprus-maildanasiefimeridairish-independent+11 more1mo ago22 sources

US Pledges Reliable Energy Supply to Asia-Pacific Amid Middle East Crisis

The U.S. has stated its capability to provide a reliable energy supply to the Asia-Pacific region, a commitment made as oil and gas prices have surged following recent military actions in the Middle East, reassuring the region of its energy security.

Slovenia Repatriates Serbian Family from Doha
Worldn1-serbia1mo ago

Slovenia Repatriates Serbian Family from Doha

Slovenia assisted a Serbian family living in Doha to return home, with an airplane from Riyadh landing in Slovenia on Saturday evening carrying Slovenian citizens and the Serbian family.

US embassy in Saudi Arabia hit by Iranian drones
WorldFrance 241mo ago

US embassy in Saudi Arabia hit by Iranian drones

Drones hit the US embassy in Riyadh on Tuesday as Iran hit back at industrial and diplomatic targets across the Middle East and Washington warned its citizens to evacuate the entire region. Four days after US and Israeli strikes killed Iran's supreme leader and triggered a regional war, AFP reporters in the Saudi capital saw smoke damage on the walls and roof of the embassy.

Fire at the US embassy in Riyadh after explosions
Worldnrkfazberlingske+16irozhlasNHK WorldvgmorgunbladidBusiness Insiderhindula-vanguardiaTimes of India+8 more1mo ago19 sources

Fire at the US embassy in Riyadh after explosions

A fire broke out at the US embassy in the Saudi Arabian capital, Riyadh, after an explosion on the premises, two sources told Reuters news agency.

JEE (Main) 2026 Exam Commences in Saudi Arabia
Worldhindustan-times19d ago

JEE (Main) 2026 Exam Commences in Saudi Arabia

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE-Main) 2026 has officially started in Saudi Arabia, with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh assuring full support for all participating candidates.

Saudi Arabia's patience is running out - Is Iran limiting its attacks for fear of Riyadh's immediate military response?
Worldnaftemporiki29d ago

Saudi Arabia's patience is running out - Is Iran limiting its attacks for fear of Riyadh's immediate military response?

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Trump Reiterates Hormuz Ultimatum, Iran Warns Retaliation and Restricts Strait Access
WorldAPReutersBBC+153bloombergNYTeconomistwsjFTle-mondewapoThe Guardian+145 more1mo ago156 sources

Trump Reiterates Hormuz Ultimatum, Iran Warns Retaliation and Restricts Strait Access

President Donald Trump has reiterated his 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to 'obliterate' its power plants and energy infrastructure. Tehran has warned it will respond with attacks on U.S. and Israeli energy targets if its facilities are targeted and stated the strait is open to all except "enemy" ships.

Israel Launches Fresh Strikes on Tehran Amid Intensifying Conflict
PoliticsAPNYTFT+80The GuardianAl Jazeeranzzyle-uutisetcnbcnostagesschaufaz+72 more1mo ago83 sources

Israel Launches Fresh Strikes on Tehran Amid Intensifying Conflict

Israel has launched a new wave of attacks on Iran, including fresh strikes on Tehran, as the US-Israel vs Iran conflict intensifies, impacting Gulf nations and global energy markets, with Netanyahu claiming victory.

Serbia Continues Evacuation of Citizens from Middle East
Worldn1-serbiadanas1mo ago2 sources

Serbia Continues Evacuation of Citizens from Middle East

Serbia has continued its complex operation to evacuate its citizens from war-affected countries in the Middle East, with over 200 individuals arriving in Belgrade from Doha after diplomatic efforts in Riyadh.

Studio Live, Tuesday at 12 PM: Bombing of the Middle East
WorldReutersBBCbloomberg+98NYTwsjle-mondeThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraCNNdr-dk+90 more1mo ago101 sources

Studio Live, Tuesday at 12 PM: Bombing of the Middle East

The war between the US, Israel, and Iran has intensified with heavy strikes on Iranian targets and regional expansion, leading to nearly 800,000 people displaced and a serious humanitarian emergency.

Indian man's daring desert escape to Riyadh to flee Doha amid Iran vs US-Israel war
WorldTimes of India1mo ago

Indian man's daring desert escape to Riyadh to flee Doha amid Iran vs US-Israel war

An Indian traveller, Varun Krishnan, abandoned waiting for flights in Doha and embarked on a desert road journey to Saudi Arabia due to escalating Iran vs US-Israel conflict. His dramatic escape highlights the widespread travel chaos, with thousands stranded as airspace closures disrupt global aviation. Krishnan's resourceful overland trip underscores the vulnerability of modern travel networks to geopolitical shocks.

Македонските државјани во Бахреин в среда со специјален лет се очекува да се вратат во земјава
Worldmkd-mk1mo ago

Македонските државјани во Бахреин в среда со специјален лет се очекува да се вратат во земјава

„Информираме дека во среда, на 11 март во 6 часот наутро, ќе поаѓа автобус на Flynas од Bahrein (Manama) za Riyadh – King Khaled International Airport од каде со специјален лет организиран од Владата…

Drone attacks on Sudan markets kill at least 33
Worldukrainska-pravdaaftonbladetle-figaro+8der-standardFrance 24irozhlasdelfi-ltstraits-timesiefimeridajerusalem-postDaily Star BD1mo ago11 sources

Drone attacks on Sudan markets kill at least 33

A drone attack on two markets in paramilitary-controlled towns in Sudan’s West Kordofan state killed at least 33 people, according to a medical source on Sunday. Fighting between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces has recently intensified in the resource-rich Kordofan region.

Iranian Drones Hit US Embassy in Riyadh, Trump Vows Swift Response
Worldmorocco-world-news1mo ago

Iranian Drones Hit US Embassy in Riyadh, Trump Vows Swift Response

Marrakech – Two drones struck the United States Embassy in the Saudi capital Riyadh early Tuesday, causing a limited fire and minor material damage, Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry said. Black smoke rose over Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter, which houses foreign missions. Three people told Reuters a loud blast was heard, and flames were seen at the […] The post Iranian Drones Hit US Embassy in Riyadh, Trump Vows Swift Response appeared first on Morocco World News.

Iran war: Israel hits Beirut, Tehran with fresh strikes
WorldwapotagesschauDW+1naftemporiki1mo ago4 sources

Iran war: Israel hits Beirut, Tehran with fresh strikes

Israel says it has launched more air strikes on Beirut and Tehran, and explosions were reported at the US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after an Iranian drone attack. DW has the latest.

Saudi Arabia Transforms Wastewater into Desert Oases
Environmentiefimerida6d ago

Saudi Arabia Transforms Wastewater into Desert Oases

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, treated wastewater is being transformed into a source of life, creating a permanent water flow in the desert and forming an expanding green oasis. This initiative represents a small revolution in the capital city.

Esports Nations Cup Announces National Partners for Inaugural Event
CultureYahoodeadline27d ago2 sources

Esports Nations Cup Announces National Partners for Inaugural Event

The Esports Nations Cup has announced its national partners for the debut event, with federations and associations selected to organize their country’s representation. The inaugural Olympics-style competition is scheduled for November 2-29, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Drone Strike Halts Operations at Refinery in Iraq's Irbil
WorldNYTAl Jazeeraberlingske+14tvn24morgunbladidTimes of Indiaiefimeridajerusalem-postklix-bavijesti-mebalkan-web+6 more1mo ago17 sources

Drone Strike Halts Operations at Refinery in Iraq's Irbil

A drone strike has caused a fire and halted operations at a refinery in Irbil, Iraq, adding to regional instability.

Reparations, guarantees only ‘off-ramp’, says Pezeshkian
WorldDawn1mo ago

Reparations, guarantees only ‘off-ramp’, says Pezeshkian

• Iranian president acknowledges proposals by Pakistan, Russia to de-escalate • PM’s aide says Islamabad continues to stand by Riyadh ‘no matter what’ ISLAMABAD: Iran’s president has demanded “reparations” and “firm international guarantees against future aggression”, calling this the only way to end the war “ignited by the Zionist regime [of Israel] & US”. The demand was articulated by Masoud Pezeshkian in a late-night tweet on Wednesday, where he referred to his conversations with the leade...

Travellers recall sleepless nights after return from Gulf
WorldDawn1mo ago

Travellers recall sleepless nights after return from Gulf

PARIS: More relieved passengers arrived home from the Gulf region on Wednesday as further flights resumed five days into the war triggered by US-Israeli attacks on Iran. Aviation analytics company Cirium said that of the more than 36,000 flights scheduled to fly to or from the Middle East, more than 20,000 had been cancelled since Saturday. As airlines resumed limited flights out of hubs including Dubai and Riyadh, governments also chartered planes to bring home citizens affected by the turmo...

18 Íslendingar óska eftir flugsætum
Worldmorgunbladid1mo ago

18 Íslendingar óska eftir flugsætum

Átján íslenskir ríkisborgarar í Mið-Austurlöndum hafa óskað eftir sætum í fyrirhuguðum björgunarflugferðum á vegum stjórnvalda í Slóvakíu og Austurríki frá Amman í Jórdaníu og Riyadh í Sádí-Arabíu á…

Over 70 Middle East flights canceled, diverted
Worldhinduhindustan-timesphilstar1mo ago3 sources

Over 70 Middle East flights canceled, diverted

Seventy-two international flights to and from Riyadh, Qatar, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bahrain and Kuwait have been canceled and three more diverted as a result of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East…

First Thing: Conflict spirals in Middle East as NGO says at least 700 Iranian civilians killed
WorldThe Guardianaftonbladetn1-serbia+3hindudhaka-tribunemorocco-world-news1mo ago6 sources

First Thing: Conflict spirals in Middle East as NGO says at least 700 Iranian civilians killed

Trump says the war could last weeks or ‘far longer’. Plus, what a high schooler detained by ICE for 10 months wants you to know Good morning. Iranian drones hit the US embassy in Riyadh as Tehran continued to launch waves of retaliatory strikes at the Gulf and Israel, while Israeli soldiers began operating in southern Lebanon on the fourth day of an increasingly regional war in the Middle East. What is the legality of the attacks on Iran? The Guardian spoke to legal experts, who were in conse...

Iranian drones hit US embassy in Riyadh, no casualties reported
Worlddhaka-tribunepunch-ngcitizen-tz1mo ago3 sources

Iranian drones hit US embassy in Riyadh, no casualties reported

Iranian drones struck the US embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, causing a fire and minor material damage. No casualties were reported in the attack. Read More: https://punchng.com/iranian-drones-hit-us-embassy-in-riyadh-no-casualties-reported/

Trump warns of longer Iran war as Riyadh and Beirut hit
WorldSCMPstraits-timesrte-news+3channel-news-asiathe-journalDaily Star BD1mo ago6 sources

Trump warns of longer Iran war as Riyadh and Beirut hit

US President Donald Trump warned that his attack on Iran could run longer than a month, as Tehran retaliated to ongoing strikes by targeting US allies in the Gulf and drones hit the US embassy in…

Attacks in several places – US embassy hit
Worldle-figarosvenska-dagbladetzdg-md+1avgi1mo ago4 sources

Attacks in several places – US embassy hit

The American embassy in Riyadh has been hit by several drones. In a statement, Trump says the world will "soon" see what the US response will be.

Overview of the night's attacks in the Middle East
WorldtagesschauTimes of Indiaindian-express+2DawnKorea Herald1mo ago5 sources

Overview of the night's attacks in the Middle East

Explosions in Tehran, Beirut and Riyadh - the war in the Middle East continues to escalate. Israel and the USA attack Iran again, the regime responds with attacks on embassies.