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An international rescue operation is underway following a deadly assault on a Liberian-flagged cargo ship, the Eternity C, by Yemen’s Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. The attack, which took place earlier this week, claimed the lives of at least three crew members and left two others injured, reigniting concerns over maritime safety in the region. Renewed Violence in Strategic …

Mexico and Saudi Arabia are preparing to meet in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Gold Cup, with kickoff scheduled for Sunday, June 29 at 03:15. The clash brings together two teams with markedly different trajectories in the tournament, led respectively by experienced coaches Javier Aguirre and Roberto Mancini. Mexico Overview Mexico advanced to this stage as group leaders after collecting …

Lebanon is actively working to rejuvenate its tourism sector, aiming to attract visitors from the Gulf region as part of a broader strategy to revitalize its economy. The country is focusing on restoring its image as a prime destination for travelers, particularly from neighboring Gulf nations. In May 2025, the United Arab Emirates lifted its travel ban on Lebanon, a …

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan is set to make a landmark visit to the occupied West Bank on Sunday, marking the first official trip to the Palestinian territory by a Saudi foreign minister since its occupation by Israel in 1967. According to diplomatic sources, Prince Faisal will lead a delegation to Ramallah, reflecting an increased push from Riyadh …

During a high-level summit in Riyadh attended by Gulf leaders and U.S. President Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman publicly affirmed the kingdom’s support for the Lebanese government’s efforts to restore institutional authority and consolidate control over armed forces under state command. The statement marked a clear endorsement of Lebanon’s attempts to reinforce sovereignty and internal security amid …

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday at a meeting of leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council hosted by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh that there is in Lebanon a new chance for peace and for a future “free from the grip of Hezbollah”. “In Lebanon there is a new chance for a future free from the grip of …

During a high-profile visit to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump issued strong criticism of Iran, labeling it the most destabilizing force in the Middle East. Speaking in Riyadh, Trump accused the Iranian leadership of funding violence and contributing to regional unrest in Syria, Lebanon, Gaza, Iraq, and Yemen. He stated that Iran’s activities have brought extensive suffering …

U.S. President Donald Trump began his first major overseas trip of his second term with a high-profile visit to Saudi Arabia, marked by ceremonial grandeur and significant economic commitments. The trip opened with the announcement of a $600 billion investment pledge from Saudi Arabia, accompanied by a series of cooperation agreements spanning economic and defense sectors. Trump’s arrival was met …