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07 Nov

US Issues Security Warning for Americans in Saudi Arabia, Citing Threat of Iranian-Backed Attacks

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Riyadh (Rajeev Sharma): The US Mission to Saudi Arabia has urged American citizens across the Middle East to remain on high alert amid concerns over possible armed attacks by Iranian-supported Houthi forces and reported Iranian efforts to target US government officials in the region. In a security advisory issued on November 7, 2026, the mission warned that escalating hostilities could lead to flight cancellations, airspace restrictions and wider travel disruptions. Americans travelling to or from the region have been advised to keep track of airline and airport updates and prepare alternative travel arrangements. The advisory identified road, rail and bus…

22 Oct

Indian National Among Two Killed in Attack Near Saudi Arabia’s Dammam Airport; Two Others Injured

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Saudi Arabia (Rajeev Sharma): One Indian national was among two people killed in an attack at Saudi Arabia’s Dammam airport on Wednesday night, while two other Indian nationals sustained injuries, according to information shared by Indian authorities. The Indian side said Saudi authorities had confirmed the casualties and that efforts were underway to establish further details about the incident and contact the families of those affected. Expressing condolences over the deaths, Indian authorities conveyed their sympathies to the bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery. The incident has raised concerns over the safety of Indian nationals in the…

16 Oct

Saudi Arabia Travel Update: Air India Extends Flight Suspension For 3 Cities, Full Refunds For Passengers

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsAir India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, Dammam, flight cancellations, IndiGo, Jeddah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Air India has extended its suspension of flights connecting India with Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam until October 20, 2026, as airlines continue to monitor the changing security situation in the Middle East. The decision, announced on Friday, October 16, means passengers scheduled to travel on the affected services will need to review their bookings and make alternative arrangements. The airline had previously cancelled these flights until October 17. The latest extension pushes the disruption forward by three days, with no confirmed date yet for the resumption of normal operations. Air India said it was keeping a…

06 Oct

Saudi Arabia Condemns Fresh Houthi Attacks, Warns of Threat to Regional Security

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RIYADH (Rajeev Sharma): Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned a fresh series of attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi militia, accusing the group of targeting civilians, economic infrastructure and Saudi territory. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Riyadh said the repeated attacks represented a serious threat to the Kingdom’s security and stability. The statement also condemned attacks targeting Saudi cities including Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan, Najran, Taif and Yanbu. Saudi Arabia also denounced what it described as attacks against Saudi vessels operating in the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, an important maritime passage…

09 Jul

Prime Minister Carney meets with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman

nishuthapar10 CommentsCanada, World NewsAI, Canada, Energy, Saudi Arabia, Trade

National Times (Bureau): Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman, during his first official visit to Saudi Arabia. This was the first visit by a Canadian Prime Minister to Saudi Arabia in 26 years. The Prime Minister thanked His Royal Highness for his hospitality, and the leaders recognised the growing cooperation between Canada and Saudi Arabia, including the recent Air Transport Agreement to increase air travel, and visits from Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of International Trade, Minister of Artificial Intelligence, and Parliamentary…

01 Nov

27-year-old Indian man killed in crossfire between police and smugglers in Saudi Arabia

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsCrossfiring, India, Killed, Saudi Arabia

National Times Bureau :- A 27-year-old man from Jharkhand was killed in Saudi Arabia last month after being caught in a crossfire between local police and suspected liquor smugglers. The deceased, identified as Vijay Kumar Mahato from Dudhapania village in Giridih district, had been employed as a tower line fitter with Hyundai Engineering and Construction for the past nine months. According to reports, Mahato had gone to the work site to collect materials on the instructions of a senior company official when police opened fire during an anti-smuggling operation. He was accidentally hit by a bullet and rushed to a…

18 Sep

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Ink Landmark Defence Agreement, Pledge Joint Security Framework

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Riyadh (Rajeev Sharma): In a move that could reshape security cooperation in the region, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have formalised a comprehensive defence accord that binds both nations to respond collectively to any external aggression. The agreement, signed in Riyadh during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s state visit, was described as a “Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement”. It highlights an upgraded security framework, expanding joint military exercises, intelligence sharing, and integrated deterrence mechanisms. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who hosted Sharif at Al-Yamamah Palace, stressed the Kingdom’s commitment to Pakistan’s security and long-term stability. Following the signing, Saudi Defence Minister Prince…

09 Mar

Zelenskyy Prepares for Peace Talks with US Officials in Saudi Arabia

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsRussia-Ukraine war, Saudi Arabia, Ukraine peace talks, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Kyiv [Ukraine], March 9, 2025: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that American and Ukrainian officials will meet in Saudi Arabia next week to discuss potential peace negotiations as the Russia-Ukraine war continues. Zelenskyy also shared details of his recent diplomatic discussions with the UK, highlighting ongoing efforts to secure a just and lasting peace.In a post on X, Zelenskyy described a "highly productive" meeting in Kyiv with UK diplomatic representatives. He emphasized Ukraine’s determination to accelerate diplomatic efforts and bring an end to the war. His remarks followed a European leaders' summit in London on March 2, where he expressed…