Saudi and Yemeni ambassadors optimistic for Yemen peace talks
The Saudi and Yemeni ambassadors said Wednesday they are optimistic that peace talks between the Yemeni government and Shiite Houthi rebels will take place...
Houthi landmines killing Yemen civilians, HRW report finds
Landmines planted by Yemeni militias in an effort to halt the advance of pro-government forces are exacting a mounting toll on civilians, Human Rights...
Kerry and Jubeir say getting closer to an understanding on Syria ceasefire
Talks with Russia and coalition partners are "getting closer to a place of understanding" on renewing a ceasefire in Syria, including around the city...
U.S. to deploy special forces to Syria in 'advisory' role
The Obama administration is expected to announce on Friday a decision to deploy a small number of special operations forces in an advisory role...
King Salman, world leaders discuss key issues
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman had a series of meetings with world leaders on the sidelines of the G-20 summit in...
France's Hollande wins cooperation not coalition against IS
The leaders of Russia and France avoided each other's gaze as they made short, stiff statements in the Kremlin on Thursday before talks on...
Steps for women's rights and democracy in Saudi Arabia poll
Saudi Arabian women are running for election and voting for the first time on Dec. 12. Their enfranchisement marks a step towards democracy and gender...
Two Palestinian stabbers shot dead in Jerusalem attack
Israeli security forces shot dead two Palestinians who had gone on a stabbing spree along a popular walkway in Jerusalem on Wednesday in what...
Iraq summons Saudi envoy over comments on Iran-backed militias
Iraq summoned the new Saudi ambassador on Sunday after he suggested Iranian-backed Shi'ite militias were exacerbating sectarian tensions and should leave the fight against...
Obama to assure Saudi King of U.S. help against Iran threat
President Barack Obama will assure Saudi King Salman of the U.S. commitment to help counter any Iranian security threat, White House officials said on...
