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- 1Trump decides against joining Saudi strikes on Houthis●'ENORMOUS MISTAKE': Trump decides AGAINST joining Saudi strikes against Houthis
US President Donald Trump has decided against joining Saudi-led strikes against the Houthis in Yemen. Critics are calling the decision an 'enormous mistake', arguing it weakens pressure on the Iran-aligned group and strains coordination with Saudi Arabia, while supporters see it as a step back from wider Middle East military involvement.
- 2US nuclear pact seen putting Saudi Arabia on path to bomb●US nuclear pact puts Saudi Arabia on path to the bomb
An agreement between Washington and Riyadh on nuclear cooperation is being reported as potentially clearing the way for Saudi Arabia to develop nuclear weapons. The pact, reportedly allowing nuclear technology sharing, is raising concerns that it could enable uranium enrichment on Saudi soil. Critics warn the deal weakens non-proliferation safeguards in the Middle East and could prompt regional rivals to pursue their own nuclear programs.
- 3US-Saudi nuclear deal may allow uranium enrichment●The U.S. just signed a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia that could let the kingdom enrich its own uranium, skipping the "g
The United States has signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia that could permit the kingdom to enrich its own uranium, dropping the so-called gold standard safeguards Washington required of the UAE in 2009. Lawmakers from both parties are raising alarms about the deal, warning it could weaken non-proliferation norms and destabilise an already volatile region.
- 4Trump says Iran war could end soon amid Saudi diplomacy●Trump says Iran war could end soon as talks continue, Saudi diplomacy intensifies
Donald Trump said the war involving Iran could end soon, with talks ongoing and Saudi Arabia stepping up its diplomatic efforts. His comments point to intensified mediation by Riyadh as regional negotiations continue over the conflict.
- 5Houthi-Saudi conflict explained for Hindi-speaking audiences●Houthis vs Saudi explained in Hindi | Abhi and Niyu
A Hindi-language explainer on the conflict between Yemen's Houthis and Saudi Arabia is drawing large audiences, with strong engagement online. The piece walks through the origins of the war, the Saudi-led intervention, and why the confrontation matters for regional stability and global shipping. Viewers are reacting to having the complex conflict broken down in accessible Hindi, with many praising the format.
- 6Saudi foreign minister arrives in Washington for Rubio talks▼Saudi foreign minister arrives in Washington for talks with Rubio
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister has arrived in Washington for talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The visit comes at a time of intense diplomacy in the region, with Washington engaged on issues including the Gaza ceasefire, Gulf security and broader Middle East policy. Details of the agenda have not been officially announced, but the meeting signals continued close coordination between Riyadh and the Trump administration on regional and bilateral matters.
- 7Saudi foreign minister in US to meet Marco Rubio▼Saudi foreign minister arrives in US, will meet with Marco Rubio in Washington
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister has arrived in the United States for a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington. The talks come at a time of heightened attention to Gulf-US relations, with the two officials expected to discuss regional security and bilateral cooperation. Details of the agenda have not been disclosed.
- 8Ethiopia Repatriates 1,273 Citizens from Saudi Arabia●Ethiopia’s Citizen-Centered Diplomacy Brings 1,273 More Nationals Home from Saudi Arabia
Ethiopia has brought home 1,273 more of its nationals from Saudi Arabia under what the government describes as a citizen-centered diplomacy approach. The repatriation is part of Ethiopia's ongoing efforts to assist migrants who faced difficult conditions in the Gulf. Ethiopian state media reported the operation, highlighting the government's focus on protecting and returning citizens abroad.
- 9Saudi Foreign Minister Arrives in Washington for Talks●Saudi Foreign Minister Arrives in Washington for Talks Amid Houthi Escalation
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister has arrived in Washington for talks with US officials as tensions with the Houthis escalate. The visit comes at a sensitive moment for regional security, with the Kingdom and the United States expected to discuss the Houthi escalation and broader coordination. Details of the meeting agenda and participants have not been announced.
- 10Saudi Aramco scientists helped write key UN climate reports●Saudi oil scientists ended up working on most important climate reports
The Guardian reports that scientists from Saudi Arabia's state oil company Aramco have worked as authors on IPCC climate assessment reports, the scientific assessments that underpin global climate policy. The story highlights the contradiction of oil industry researchers helping shape the world's most authoritative climate science, and it is drawing criticism of the IPCC's review and authorship processes.