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Turkey says NATO defences downed fourth inbound Iranian missile
RIYADH, March 30, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Turkey said NATO air and missile defence assets in the eastern Mediterranean neutralized a ballistic missile launched from Iran after it entered Turkish airspace, according to a statement from the Turkish Defense Ministry. The ministry said the incident marked the fourth time a suspected Iranian ballistic munition had been intercepted by NATO defences in Turkey. A NATO spokesperson also confirmed that the alliance had succ
Mar 301 min read


U.S. embassy warns Iran-linked groups may target American-linked universities in Iraq
PARIS, March 29, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad warned on Sunday that Iran and allied militias may target universities in Iraq perceived to be associated with the United States and reiterated its call for U.S. citizens to leave the country. In a statement posted on X, the embassy said Iran and allied militias “may intend to target the American Universities in Baghdad, Sulaymaniyah, and Dohuk, along with other universities perceived to be assoc
Mar 291 min read


Emirates Global Aluminum reports significant damage at Abu Dhabi smelter site
RIYADH, March 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Emirates Global Aluminum said its smelter site in Abu Dhabi suffered significant damage in Iranian missile and drone attacks, with a number of employees injured. The company said the attack hit its Al Taweelah site. Chief Executive Abdulnasser Bin Kalban said the safety and security of employees remained the company’s top priority and that EGA was assessing the damage to its facilities. EGA is the Middle East’s largest alu
Mar 281 min read


Pakistan PM discusses de-escalation with Iran president ahead of Islamabad talks
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif looks on as he attends a business and investment conference with Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur on October 6, 2025. Hasnoor Hussain/Pool/AFP/Getty Images RIYADH, March 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a one-hour call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian ahead of a meeting of foreign ministers from several regional powers in Islamabad, CNN reported, citing a
Mar 281 min read


Two journalists killed in Lebanon strike, Israel says one was Hezbollah-linked
BEIRUT, March 28, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Two journalists were killed in an airstrike in southern Lebanon on Saturday, while Israel’s military said one of them, Al-Manar TV correspondent Ali Shoeib, had been targeted over alleged links to Hezbollah. Israel did not provide evidence for the claim. Hezbollah’s Al-Manar TV said Shoeib was killed in the strike, while Beirut-based Al-Mayadeen TV said its reporter Fatima Ftouni was also killed in the same attack. The Isr
Mar 281 min read


Iran says Israeli strikes hit steel factories, power plant and nuclear sites
PARIS, March 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday that Israeli strikes had hit two of the country’s largest steel factories, a power plant and nuclear sites, among other infrastructure targeted earlier in the day. In a post on X, Araghchi said Israel claimed it had acted in coordination with the United States and said the attack contradicted President Donald Trump’s extended deadline for diplomacy. “Israel claims it ac
Mar 271 min read


IRGC warns workers to leave US- and Israel-linked industries immediately
SABN JEDDAH, March 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned workers at industrial companies in the region with U.S. shareholders or links to Israel to leave their workplaces immediately on Friday, saying retaliatory operations were under way, according to Iranian state media. The warning came after U.S. and Israeli attacks on industrial and nuclear-related sites in Iran, including the Shahid Khondab heavy water complex in Arak an
Mar 271 min read


IAEA chief warns of radiological risk after reported strikes near Bushehr plant
A satellite image shows the Bushehr nuclear power plant, in Bushehr Province, Iran, on May 26, 2025. 2025 Planet Labs PBC/Handout/Reuters VIENNA, March 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi voiced deep concern on Thursday over reported military strikes near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant and warned that any damage to the operating facility could trigger a major radiological accident. Grossi said the latest strikes took place on
Mar 261 min read


Rosatom Evacuates More Workers From Iran’s Bushehr Plant
Riyadh, March 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The head of Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom said more workers were being evacuated from Iran’s Russian-built Bushehr nuclear power plant after another reported strike on the plant’s territory. Rosatom chief Alexei Likhachev said the company would reduce staffing at the site to a minimum until the situation stabilises, after announcing that another group of workers had left on Wednesday and that further evacuatio
Mar 251 min read


Drones hit fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, causing fire
RIYADH, March 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Drones struck a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport in the early hours of Wednesday, causing a fire, Kuwaiti civil aviation authorities said. The attack caused material damage, but no casualties had been reported so far, according to Abdullah Al-Rajhi, spokesperson for Kuwait’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation. Emergency teams were deployed to the site and firefighters were working to contain the blaze, Al-Rajhi
Mar 251 min read


Bahrain says Emirati serviceman killed in Iranian attack
MANAMA, March 24 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Bahrain said on Tuesday that an Emirati serviceman was killed while responding alongside Bahraini forces to an Iranian attack, in an incident that also left Bahraini and Emirati personnel wounded. Bahrain’s defense ministry said the serviceman was killed while responding to the attack with Bahraini forces. It added that a number of Bahraini and Emirati personnel were wounded, without giving further details. Emirati authorities s
Mar 241 min read


Saudi Arabia intercepts and destroys 5 drones in Eastern Province on Monday evening
SPA RIYADH, March 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed five drones in the Eastern Province on Monday evening, according to four separate statements issued by the Ministry of Defense. The statements were issued by Major General Turki Al-Maliki, official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense. According to the ministry’s communiqués, one drone was intercepted and destroyed in the Eastern Province, followed by two more in a second statement,
Mar 241 min read


U.S. Embassy in Oman issues shelter-in-place warning nationwide
RIYADH, March 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - The U.S. Embassy in Muscat issued a shelter-in-place warning for all of Oman on Monday because of what it described as “ongoing activity,” without providing further details. In a security alert, the embassy urged people in Oman to remain in a secure location in their residence or another building and to keep food, water, medication and other essential supplies on hand. “In case of an attack, stay away from any debris, and monito
Mar 231 min read


Saudi weather agency issues red alert for heavy rain in parts of Makkah region
Riyadh, March 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology issued a red alert on Monday warning of heavy rain in the governorates of Adham and Al Lith in the Makkah region, including Bani Yazid, Jadhm and Yalamlam. The alert also covers open areas and highways, with expected impacts including strong winds, near-zero visibility, hail, flash floods and thunderstorms. The center said the weather condition is expected to begin at 10 a.m. o
Mar 231 min read


Saudi Royal Court announces Princess Noura bint Abdulaziz Al Saud has passed away
SPA RIYADH, March 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s Royal Court announced on Monday that Princess Noura bint Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud has passed away. Funeral prayers will be held on Tuesday after the Asr prayer at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh, according to a Royal Court statement.
Mar 231 min read


UAE air defence intercepts missile, debris injures one in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, March 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Relevant authorities in Abu Dhabi responded to an incident involving debris falling in the Al Shawamekh area following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems. The missile was intercepted before impact, with debris falling in a residential area of Al Shawamekh. The incident resulted in a minor injury to an Indian national. The information was confirmed by the Abu Dhabi Media Office.
Mar 231 min read


Saudi Arabia intercepts and destroys seven drones in Eastern Region
SPA RIYADH, March 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense said on Sunday that seven drones were intercepted and destroyed in the Eastern Region. Major General Turki Al-Malki, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, said the drones were neutralized as part of ongoing defense measures. No further details were provided.
Mar 231 min read


Saudi Civil Defense warns of heavy rain and flash floods across the Kingdom
RIYADH, March 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Directorate of Civil Defense urged the public to exercise caution and remain in safe locations as thunderstorms are expected to continue affecting parts of Saudi Arabia through Saturday. The directorate advised residents to stay away from valleys and areas prone to flash floods, avoid swimming in such locations, and follow instructions issued through official media outlets and social media platforms. It said th
Mar 231 min read


Saudi royal court announces death of Prince Mohammed bin Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saud Al Kabeer Al Saud
SPA RIYADH, March 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s royal court announced on Sunday the death of Prince Mohammed bin Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saud Al Kabeer Al Saud. Funeral prayers will be held on Monday after Asr prayer at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh, according to a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency. No further details were provided.
Mar 221 min read


Iran warns attacks on its energy facilities would trigger strikes on U.S., Israeli assets
RIYADH, March 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Iran warned early on Sunday that any attack on its fuel and energy facilities would trigger strikes on U.S. and Israeli energy and infrastructure assets in the region, according to a statement carried by Iranian state media and semiofficial outlets citing a military spokesperson. “If Iran’s fuel and energy infrastructure is attacked by the enemy, all energy and information technology infrastructure and desalination plants belong
Mar 221 min read
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