One killed, eight injured in attack on Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd airport
Injured immediately transported to hospitals as aviation authority says updates will be forthcoming.
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aljazeera.com
22.10.2026
US orders departure of personnel from Saudi Arabia, citing Houthi threat
US State Department says Iran-aligned Houthis have 'increasingly engaged in hostilities' against Saudi Arabia.
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aljazeera.com
22.10.2026
U.S. ordering some staff to depart Saudi Arabia amid Houthi strikes
The State Department has ordered non-essential U.S. embassy personnel and their family members to depart Saudi Arabia, following an uptick in attacks by Houthi militants.
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cbsnews.com
21.10.2026
Why can't Saudi Arabia stop the Houthis' deadly attacks?
Experts tell CBS News geography, interceptor shortages and evolving Houthi tactics are helping the Iranian proxy menace Saudi Arabia, and global energy supplies.
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cbsnews.com
21.10.2026
Macron’s surprise ‘solidarity’ visit to Saudi Arabia
French President Emmanuel Macron made a surprise stop in Riyadh to meet Saudi Crown Prince during his ongoing Gulf tour.
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aljazeera.com
21.10.2026
French President Macron lands in Saudi Arabia on surprise 'solidarity' visit
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france24.com
21.10.2026
Egypt mulls joining Saudi Arabia in war against Houthis
Egypt may be about to join the war against Houthis. Saudi Arabia has come under sustained attack from the Iran-backed group in recent weeks after a collapse of a truce in Yemen in September. Crown Pri
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france24.com
21.10.2026
WW1 to Houthis: British jets for Saudi Arabia build on long military bond
UK's deployment of jets to defend Saudi Arabia is the latest chapter in a relationship older than the kingdom itself.
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aljazeera.com
21.10.2026
Saudi Arabia cancels 'Davos in the Desert' due to air strikes
Britain offers military support as Saudi cancels renowned 'Davos in desert" investor meeting due to air strikes.
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npr.org
21.10.2026
UK fighter jets to protect Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
The UK is sending military support to Saudi Arabia as Iran-aligned Houthi rebels launch repeated attacks on the kingdom.
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dw.com
21.10.2026
UK to deploy fighter jets to defend Saudi Arabia
British Typhoon jets will carry out defensive missions to protect Saudi Arabia from escalating Houthi attacks.
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aljazeera.com
20.10.2026
Egypt weighs sending troops to Saudi Arabia in war with Iran-backed rebels
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have intensified their attacks on Saudi Arabia, targeting airports and oil infrastructure.
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cbsnews.com
20.10.2026
Turkiye moves to ratify Mecca defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
Trilateral deal between Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan lays out provisions for joint defence.
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aljazeera.com
20.10.2026
UK to deploy Typhoon jets to help defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
Ministry of Defence says warplanes will operate in 'defensive role' and not be used to attack Yemeni group.
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aljazeera.com
20.10.2026
The Morning Risk Report: Saudi Arabia Postpones ‘Davos in the Desert’
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wsj.com
20.10.2026
UK to deploy fighter jets to protect Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
RAF Typhoon fighters will fly defensive missions over cities and infrastructure, in extension of UK support for RiyadhRAF Typhoon fighters are to protect Saudi Arabia from attack by Yemen’s Houthis, f
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theguardian.com
20.10.2026
Saudi Arabia cancels 2026 ‘Davos in the Desert’ amid Houthi attacks
Riyadh postpones flagship investment conference until 2027, orders government staff to work from home.
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aljazeera.com
20.10.2026
Egyptian parliament delays vote on military support for Saudi Arabia
Lawmakers adjourn session as opposition party tells members to abstain over unclear commitment.
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aljazeera.com
19.10.2026
Saudi Arabia Rules Out Holding ‘Davos in the Desert’ Event in Person
The Future Investment Initiative will be fully online or postponed after attacks on Riyadh by Iran-backed Houthis.
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wsj.com
19.10.2026
Bangladesh says it was not informed of its citizens' execution by Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia said it executed two Bangladeshis last week for committing an "indecent act" in a mosque.
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bbc.co.uk
19.10.2026