October 2016
Saudi Finance Minister Dismissed
King Salman of Saudi Arabia has dismissed Finance Minister Ibrahim Al-Assaf as part of a broader economic restructuring in response to declining oil prices. Mohammed…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Denies Allegations of 'Sending Four Weapon-Laden Ships' to Yemen
Iran's Foreign Ministry has denied allegations from the U.S. that four weapon-laden ships were sent from Iran to Yemen, calling the claims false. The U.S.…
Mahmoud Abbas Meets Hamas Leaders in Qatar
Mahmoud Abbas met with Hamas leaders Khaled Mashal and Ismail Haniyeh in Qatar to discuss Palestinian national reconciliation. This rare meeting, encouraged by the Qatari…
Saudi Arabia Executes Prince on Murder Charges
Saudi Arabia executed Prince Turki bin Saud Al Kabir for murder, marking a rare instance of a royal family member facing capital punishment. This execution…
UN: A 72-Hour Ceasefire Will Be Established in Yemen
The UN has announced a 72-hour ceasefire in Yemen starting Thursday, following an agreement by President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi. This ceasefire involves various factions, including…
Tehran's Friday Prayer Leader: Saudi Arabia is Upset Over the Mourning at Azadi Stadium
Tehran's Friday Prayer Leader criticized Saudi Arabia for its reaction to the mourning atmosphere at the Azadi Stadium during the Iran-South Korea football match, asserting…
Bloody Bombings in Yemen and Their Consequences for Saudi Arabia and the Arab Coalition
A significant attack occurred in Yemen's capital, leading to a reassessment of U.S. support for the Saudi-led coalition. The UN Secretary-General's response highlights the international…
U.S. State Department Spokesperson Responds to Iran's Warning Regarding Saudi Maneuvers
The U.S. State Department responded to Iran's warning about Saudi naval maneuvers in the Persian Gulf, emphasizing support for freedom of navigation. The Iranian Revolutionary…
Saudi Arabia Replaces Lunar Calendar with Gregorian Calendar
Saudi Arabia has officially switched from the Hijri lunar calendar to the Gregorian calendar for government operations, impacting employee salaries. This change is part of…
Dust Storms Force School Closures in Khuzestan Province
All schools in Khuzestan Province, Iran, have been closed due to severe air pollution caused by dust storms, primarily originating from Iraq. The health minister…