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US orders some diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate

The warning to US officials comes as at least three people die in the latest strikes at an airport and an oil field.

22 Oct 2026, 04:42 UTC

US orders some diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi threat

The US State Department has asked some US diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia because of the threat of Houthi attacks on the Gulf kingdom.

22 Oct 2026, 02:29 UTC

World

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.

21 Oct 2026, 23:28 UTC

Politics

Macron makes surprise Saudi visit as France secures extra diesel supplies

French president meets Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss energy, security, and infrastructure.

21 Oct 2026, 17:16 UTC

World

Are the UK, France being pulled into the Saudi-Houthi conflict?

The European states say their support for Riyadh is 'defensive', but analysts warn Houthi reaction may complicate that.

21 Oct 2026, 13:39 UTC

World

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.

21 Oct 2026, 11:04 UTC

World

Women lead the charge for Saudi contemporary art

Saudi artists Reem Ali and Bashaer Hawsawi are showing installations that explore the domestic space, feminine spheres and the emotionally charged meaning of the table, in a group show presented by the Villa Hegra as part of the Asia Now art fair in Paris.

21 Oct 2026, 10:03 UTC

World

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.

21 Oct 2026, 02:05 UTC

World

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.

20 Oct 2026, 19:34 UTC

Politics

UK to deploy jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks

The UK announces it will provide additional defensive military support to Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate in the region.

20 Oct 2026, 12:50 UTC

Business

UK to deploy fighter jets to defend Saudi cities from Houthi attacks

The U.K.'s Royal Air Force will deploy jets to assist with defensive operations, but will not engage in offensive strikes.

20 Oct 2026, 12:38 UTC

World

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.

20 Oct 2026, 01:29 UTC

World

Ex-OpenAI employee accused of planting device has Saudi backing: Prosecutor

US federal prosecutors allege the defendant was in frequent contact with unnamed member of royal family.

19 Oct 2026, 19:17 UTC

Travel

Third of Saudi Flights Canceled As High Profile Events Postponed

Saudi carriers have restored service, but they can’t restore the confidence that international airlines and event organizers need. The longer foreign carriers stay out, the more Riyadh’s events-led Q4 turns into a lost quarter for hotels and for business, sporting and leisure events.

19 Oct 2026, 19:03 UTC

World

Ex-OpenAI worker accused of planting device had Saudi support, says court filing

The Saudi government did not immediately respond to BBC requests for comment.

19 Oct 2026, 16:46 UTC

World

Houthi strike on Yemen government military camp kills at least 50

The Iran-backed group has claimed responsibility for the attack which killed new recruits at a military camp. The strikes follow deadly attacks over the weekend blamed on Saudi-led forces.

19 Oct 2026, 15:31 UTC