Pakistan uses fishing nets to counter drone attacks
Pakistani police and army are deploying fishing nets to protect against drone attacks, claiming the measure will reduce damage.
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Yemen: Intense fighting near Bab el-Mandeb Strait
Yemeni government forces claim to have recaptured an area controlling the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait, an assertion denied by the Houthi…
Children brave snipers and mortars to go to school near Yemen front line
In rare access to Taiz, the BBC World Service speaks to children, teachers and families affected by the war.
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Israel analyzes escalating tensions with Turkey
An Israeli analyst analyzed that the rivalry between Turkey and Israel has expanded beyond bilateral relations, with escalating tensions in…
US evacuated B-1 bombers from Britain over planned Iranian drone attack – report
Following foiled bomb plot against UK airbase used by American Air Force, US evacuates strategic bombers from Britain amid reports of plann…
US and several allies say Iran committed 'terrorist actions'
US and several allies say Iran committed 'terrorist actions' The US and nine other countries across the Americas in a joint statement c…
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Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers,Here are the latest developments: The chief executive of Saudi Aramco warned that th…
U.S. warns financial institutions continuing Iran business of sanctions
The U.S. has warned foreign financial institutions continuing business with Iran that they could face sanctions.
Herzog: Middle East quietly cooperating against Iran’s ‘empire of proxies’
Tehran failed to load any crude oil onto tankers over the past month, according to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Saudi Aramco chief warns of 'scarily thin’ global oil stockpiles, amid war on Iran
Saudi Aramco chief warns of 'scarily thin’ global oil stockpiles, amid war on Iran The chief executive of Saudi Aramco warned that the w…
US lawmaker sees 'NATO of Middle East' potential in Mecca Alliance
U.S. Representative Joe Wilson highlighted the potential for the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement to become a NATO of the Middle East.
US Navy helicopter disappears after declaring emergency over Red Sea near Saudi Arabia
US Navy helicopter disappears after declaring emergency over Red Sea near Saudi Arabia A US Navy helicopter disappeared from publicly av…
Yemen's Houthis say they struck Riyadh airport, other Saudi sites
A Houthi spokesman says the group had hit King Khalid International Airport, a refinery belonging to state oil giant Aramco and other targe…
UN chief arrives in Pakistan for talks on mediation efforts between US, Iran
UN chief arrives in Pakistan for talks on mediation efforts between US, Iran UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has touched down in …
Saudi Arabia Agrees to Host Pakistani, Turkish Troops Against Houthis
Saudi Arabia has agreed to host Pakistani and Turkish troops to counter Houthi rebels. An emergency meeting in Riyadh on Monday decided to …
Saudi Arabia Approves Deployment of Pakistani and Turkish Troops
Saudi Arabia has approved the deployment of Pakistani and Turkish troops within its borders to counter the threat from Yemen's Houthi rebel…
Syria condemns Israeli attacks, demands withdrawal from territory
Syria condemns Israeli attacks, demands withdrawal from territory The Syrian Ambassador to the UN has condemned Israel's continued assa…
GCC Reaffirms Support for Efforts to Achieve Security and Stability in Yemen
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) reaffirmed its support for efforts to achieve security and stability in Yemen.
Saudi-backed Yemeni forces expel Houthi rebels from several areas around key strait, officials say
Forces of the Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen have recaptured several key areas around the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait from Houthi…
Madinah Reflects Identity Through Urban Landscape on World Architecture Day
On World Architecture Day, Madinah, Saudi Arabia, reflects its identity through its urban landscape.
Trump mentions Iranian plot to attack U.S. base
President Trump said Iran had planned an operation targeting U.S. military aircraft at a British base. He offered Iran Los Angeles or San D…
Qatar emir vows continued support for Yemen's sovereignty
Qatar emir vows continued support for Yemen's sovereignty Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani pledged ongoing backing for peace …
Yemen govt recaptures Mocha port from rebels
Yemen's government forces, backed by Saudi Arabia, recaptured coastal areas around the Bab el-Mandeb strait from the Houthi rebels, announc…
Saudi-led coalition claims destruction of depot housing 20 ballistic missiles in northern Yemen
Saudi-led coalition claims destruction of depot housing 20 ballistic missiles in northern Yemen The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said it…
Pakistan, Turkey to 'swiftly deploy' forces to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks in key move under Mecca pact
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have agreed to activate collective defence measures under the Mecca Defence Alliance.
Yemeni government forces drive Houthis from Bab el-Mandeb Strait
The advance, if confirmed, would loosen the Houthis' grip on a vital Red Sea oil route.
Middle East war sharpens focus on ASEAN energy security plans
Southeast Asian energy ministers meeting in Manila are expected to review regional fuel-security measures as the US-Israeli war against Ira…
Oil prices slip as traders weigh Mideast exports against Gulf tensions
Oil prices have slipped as traders weigh strong Mideast exports against Gulf tensions.
Standard Chartered Says Hormuz Oil Flows Are Far From Normal
Oil flows through the Middle East have staged an impressive rebound, with export volumes recovering to near pre-war levels even as traffic …
Middle East war sharpens focus on ASEAN energy security plans
ASEAN's reliance on Middle Eastern crude oil, coupled with rising global prices, has prompted discussions on implementing regional fuel-sec…