Egypt’s el-Sisi seeks authorisation for defence assistance to Saudi Arabia
Egyptian president pledges ‘any measure’ to help defend Saudi Arabia ‘if it is requested of us’.
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Salman bin Abdulaziz al-Saud
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Saudi king chairs cabinet meeting from hospital, condition stable
The 84-year-old monarch was admitted to hospital with what state media said was an inflammation of the gall bladder.
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman admitted to hospital for checks
The king has ruled since 2015 and is custodian of Islam’s holiest sites. His son Mohammed bin Salman is next in line.
Confusion over health of detained former Saudi crown prince
Deleted tweet by Saudi Arabia’s prison authority said Prince Mohammed bin Naif was being treated after heart attack.
Putin visits Saudi Arabia in sign of growing ties
Putin signs oil agreements and discusses regional security in his first visit to the kingdom since 2007.
Rumours reported of rift between Saudi King and MBS
British newspaper cites anonymous source, who says father and son are increasingly at odds on issues such as Yemen war.
Report: Saudi’s King Salman blocked Aramco’s IPO
Move to halt oil giant’s $100bn initial public offering seen as king’s way to keep the crown prince’s power in check.
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Is Saudi Arabia on a reform path?
Women in Saudi Arabia are finally being allowed to drive from next year following a decree issued by King Salman.
Published On 27 Sep 2017
Saudi King Salman vows ‘iron fist’ against attackers
Monday’s Medina attack, which killed four policemen, followed suicide bombings in Jeddah and eastern city of Qatif.
A new chapter in Saudi-US relations
If the US is not willing to play a hegemonic role in the region, then Riyadh will have to step in.
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Saudi King Salman cements hold on power
Two sons of late King Abdullah relieved of responsibilities and heads of intelligence and other key agencies replaced.
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