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Gulf shifts stance as US allies Saudi Arabia, UAE weigh joining Iran war amid Hormuz crisis: Report
World | Mar 24, 2026, 10:44 AM ISTSaudi Arabia and the UAE are nearing a critical decision to join the US-Israel confrontation with Iran as missile and drone attacks intensify across the Gulf. With Tehran restricting movement through the Strait of Hormuz and targeting key energy hubs, Gulf governments are shifting away from caution.
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Saudi Arabia expels Iranian military attache, orders them to leave within 24 hours
World | Mar 22, 2026, 10:20 AM ISTSaudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the continuous Iranian assaults, calling them a “flagrant violation” of international law, the principles of good neighborliness, and the United Nations Security Council’s resolution 2817 (2026).
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Indian national killed in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh as conflict continues to rage on in Gulf
World | Mar 20, 2026, 11:31 PM ISTUS-Israel-Iran war: As many as six Indian nationals have been killed in the Middle East following the beginning of the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran, confirmed the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday.
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Eid ul-Fitr 2026 date: No moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid on Friday; India may observe on Saturday
Spirituality | Mar 18, 2026, 10:21 PM ISTEid ul-Fitr 2026 will be observed on Friday in Saudi Arabia after the Shawwal moon was not sighted earlier. In India, the festival is likely to fall on Saturday, depending on local moon sighting announcements.
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Saudi Arabia to convene Arab-Islamic Summit to tackle Middle East crisis
World | Mar 18, 2026, 09:08 AM ISTThese discussions unfold amid severe regional unrest, sparked by a combined US-Israeli strike on Iran on February 28. Iran hit back with barrages of drones and missiles, pushing the clash into its 19th day. The volleys have targeted Gulf countries, Israel and American assets so far.
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Eid moon sighting 2026: March 20 or 21? Check the expected date in Saudi Arabia and India
Spirituality | Mar 17, 2026, 11:08 AM ISTEid-ul-Fitr 2026 will depend on the sighting of the Shawwal moon, with Saudi Arabia likely to observe Eid on March 20 if the moon is seen on March 19. In India, Eid is expected a day later, on March 21. The article explains moon sighting updates, expected dates, and how the festival is celebrated.
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CBSE cancels remaining class 12 board exams in West Asia amid Iran-US-Israel conflict
Education | Mar 15, 2026, 11:09 AM ISTThe Class 12 board exams had begun on February 17, with several subjects such as physics, chemistry, geography, and accountancy conducted successfully before papers in West Asia were postponed on March 1.
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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif visits Saudi Arabia amid escalating Middle East conflict
World | Mar 12, 2026, 04:04 PM ISTPakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a mutual defence pact in September last year, with the commitment to come to the defence of each other in case of an attack by a third country.
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Indian Embassy confirms no killing in Iranian strike on Saudi Arabia's Al Kharj amid Gulf escalation
World | Mar 09, 2026, 08:38 AM ISTAn Iranian-linked projectile slammed into a residential area in Al Kharj, south of Riyadh, killing two and injuring 12 in what Saudi Civil Defence first described vaguely—sparking false reports of an Indian and Bangladeshi death.
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Saudi defence minister Khalid bin meets Pakistan's Army chief Asim Munir amid rising Iran tensions
World | Mar 07, 2026, 11:01 AM ISTThe defence agreement signed between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan in September 2025 says that any attack on Saudi territory could potentially involve Pakistan in the kingdom’s defence.
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Will Pakistan be the next country to enter Iran-Israel war? Here's what minister Ishaq Dar hints
World | Mar 05, 2026, 09:40 AM ISTPakistan has indicated that its defence agreement with Saudi Arabia could draw it into the Iran war as regional tensions soar. With Iran, Israel and the US intensifying their strikes, the Middle East faces a rapidly widening conflict.
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Satellite images reveal damage at Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura refining facility after drone strike
World | Mar 03, 2026, 10:20 AM ISTThe massive Ras Tanura refinery in Saudi Arabia's Gulf coast went into partial shutdown on March 2 after a strike by drones, three days into the Middle East war.
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US Embassy in Riyadh hit by two Iranian drones; Trump says 'you'll soon find out response' | Video
World | Mar 03, 2026, 07:07 AM ISTA Saudi defence ministry spokesman said that an attack involving two drones on the US Embassy in Riyadh triggered a fire at the diplomatic compound.
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Iran targets Aramco's Ras Tanura refining facility in Saudi Arabia, videos show fire and chaos
World | Mar 02, 2026, 01:52 PM ISTAn Iranian drone struck Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura oil facility, causing a fire. As per initial information there are no casualties however, the attack prompted the temporary shutdown of the refinery.
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Loud explosions and smoke seen in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh as Iran retaliatory strikes continue
World | Mar 01, 2026, 03:39 PM ISTExplosions were reportedly heard in eastern parts of Riyadh, with residents describing loud blasts and smoke rising in the area, according to reports. While authorities have not yet confirmed the cause, the incident comes amid heightened security concerns across the Middle East.
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Ex-Iran commander claims Saudi Arabia has nukes; did Pakistan leak its N-bomb plan in defence deal?
World | Feb 12, 2026, 01:35 PM ISTFormer Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Hussein Kanani claimed that Saudi Arabia now possesses nuclear weapons and that the US and Israel are both aware of it, raising question on how the Middle Eastern nation has been able to develop the nukes.
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Yemen Conflict: What's Happening and Why Are Saudi Arabia and UAE in a Tense Faceoff?
Originals | Dec 31, 2025, 06:01 PM ISTThe Yemen conflict escalates as Saudi Arabia and UAE clash after a recent bombing. Tensions rise over control and military operations amid the Houthi insurgency. Analysts warn the standoff highlights Gulf divisions and worsening humanitarian crises, affecting regional security and diplomacy.
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What's happening in Yemen and why Saudi Arabia and UAE got involved in tense faceoff after bombing?
Explainers | Dec 31, 2025, 08:31 AM ISTYemen conflict: The UAE is taking back its troops from Yemen after Saudi Arabia bombed a weapons cache sent by Abu Dhabi for a seperatist group.
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UAE debunks Saudi claims of fuelling Yemen conflict, calls for restraint
World | Dec 30, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTThe UAE firmly denied sending arms or directing the STC to conduct operations against Saudi borders and reiterated its commitment to the safety and stability of the Kingdom.
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Saudi Arabia warns UAE, links Abu Dhabi to Yemen separatists' advances
World | Dec 30, 2025, 01:15 PM ISTThe Saudi Foreign Ministry directly linked the UAE to the recent advances made by the Southern Transitional Council (STC) and cautioned the UAE over the group's actions.