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.
Yemen’s government accuses Houthis of airport attacks in Aden, Mukalla
Smoke seen rising near airport in Aden as Houthis say they attacked a military camp with a ballistic missile.
As Macron visits Gulf, can France forge its own energy-for-security future?
President Macron’s Gulf visit aims to address rising energy prices and strengthen ties amid regional security concerns.
Turkiye moves to ratify Mecca defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
Trilateral deal between Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan lays out provisions for joint defence.
Macron lines up more Gulf diesel as France battles soaring fuel prices
The UAE and Bahrain deals increase French commitments to 295,000 tonnes a month, just over 10 percent of consumption.
Yemen’s Taiz faces deadly siege, as Shabwah death toll rises
Government forces launch major offensives across multiple Yemeni front lines as a tightening blockade threatens Taiz.
More than 250,000 displaced in Yemen since fighting escalated: UNHCR
UNICEF says escalating fighting in Taiz is threatening its water systems, serving an estimated three million people.
UK to deploy Typhoon jets to help defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
Ministry of Defence says warplanes will operate in ‘defensive role’ and not be used to attack Yemeni group.
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.
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