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Saudi army officers walk past F-15 fighter jets, GBU bombs and missiles displayed during a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of the King Faisal Air Academy at King Salman airbase in Riyadh.
DEFENCE

Saudi Arabia seems to be boosting its ballistic missile capabilities, according to recent satellite imagery

Recent satellite imagery suggests that Saudi Arabia may be discreetly enhancing and expanding its long-range missile capabilities. Fabian Hinz, a defense and military analyst at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), examined these images in a report released on Thursday. The kingdom first developed long-range surface-to-surface missiles during the 1980s, primarily in response to the Iran-Iraq war and the increasing missile proliferation in the … Continue reading Saudi Arabia seems to be boosting its ballistic missile capabilities, according to recent satellite imagery

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Buildings lie in ruin in North Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, as seen from Israel.
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Arab leaders will meet to discuss a postwar initiative for Gaza to counter Trump’s ‘Riviera’ proposal

Arab leaders are scheduled to convene in Saudi Arabia on Friday for their inaugural meeting aimed at addressing US President Donald Trump’s proposal for the US to assume control of Gaza, displace its Palestinian inhabitants, and transform it into a Middle Eastern “Riviera.” This gathering will include representatives from Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and other Gulf Arab states, and is … Continue reading Arab leaders will meet to discuss a postwar initiative for Gaza to counter Trump’s ‘Riviera’ proposal

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China supports Trump’s Ukraine peace initiative at the G20, while U.S. allies back Zelenskiy

China expressed its support for U.S. President Donald Trump‘s initiative to negotiate a deal with Russia aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine during a G20 meeting in South Africa on Thursday. Meanwhile, U.S. allies rallied behind Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. In the early days of his presidency, Trump significantly altered U.S. policy regarding the war, abandoning a strategy to isolate Moscow following a phone … Continue reading China supports Trump’s Ukraine peace initiative at the G20, while U.S. allies back Zelenskiy

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Korean K2ME tank targets UAE and Saudi Arabia as part of its export strategy shift

At IDEX 2025, Hyundai Rotem from South Korea introduced the K2ME, a variant of its advanced K2 Black Panther main battle tank specifically designed for the Middle Eastern market. This development represents a crucial advancement in South Korea’s strategy to enhance its defense exports to the Gulf region, with a particular focus on the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. Initially showcased as a scale … Continue reading Korean K2ME tank targets UAE and Saudi Arabia as part of its export strategy shift

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi National Security Advisor Mosaad bin Mohammad Al-Aiban, U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Russian President Vladimir Putin's foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov, at Diriyah Palace, in Riyadh.
DIPLOMACY

US and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia to negotiate a resolution for the Ukraine conflict

U.S. and Russian officials convened in Riyadh on Tuesday for their most significant discussions to date regarding the resolution of the conflict in Ukraine. The agenda was anticipated to include strategies for concluding the three-year war and improving American-Russian relations. These discussions may set the stage for a potential summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ukraine, which is not participating … Continue reading US and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia to negotiate a resolution for the Ukraine conflict

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The head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund Kirill Dmitriev speaks to media ahead of his meeting with U.S. delegation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
DIPLOMACY

Russia’s sovereign wealth fund leader calls Trump a solution-oriented individual ahead of high-level talks

The head of Russia’s sovereign wealth fund stated on Tuesday that U.S. President Donald Trump is a problem solver, just ahead of U.S.-Russian discussions in Saudi Arabia. These talks are anticipated to be pivotal in addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine between the two nations, which were once Cold War adversaries. This dialogue may set the stage for a summit between Trump and Russian President … Continue reading Russia’s sovereign wealth fund leader calls Trump a solution-oriented individual ahead of high-level talks

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French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer as he arrives for a meeting with European leaders on Ukraine and European security at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France.
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Europe emphasizes increased defence spending amid divisions over a Ukraine peacekeeping proposal

European leaders convened in Paris for urgent discussions on Monday, advocating for increased investment to enhance the continent’s defence capabilities. However, they remained divided on the proposal to send peacekeepers to Ukraine to support any potential peace agreement. The leaders concurred that it would be perilous to establish a ceasefire in Ukraine without simultaneously securing a peace deal. They expressed readiness to offer security guarantees … Continue reading Europe emphasizes increased defence spending amid divisions over a Ukraine peacekeeping proposal

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks with U.S. President Donald Trump via a phone line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv.
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Ukraine peace negotiations represent a pivotal moment for Europe

Since the conclusion of World War Two, Europe has relied on the United States as a protective ally against Russia. However, the current geopolitical landscape presents challenges with strong leaders in both Washington and Moscow—U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Europe’s ability to navigate this dual pressure will hinge on its financial resources, resolve, and political cohesion. The pivotal question for select … Continue reading Ukraine peace negotiations represent a pivotal moment for Europe

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio waves as he departs Israel for Saudi Arabia, at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel.
DIPLOMACY

Rubio reaches Saudi Arabia ahead of discussions with Russia aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to arrive in Saudi Arabia on Monday for anticipated discussions with Russian officials aimed at resolving Moscow’s nearly three-year conflict in Ukraine. These talks follow a recent phone conversation between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, during which Trump instructed senior officials to initiate negotiations to end the war, a commitment he made during his … Continue reading Rubio reaches Saudi Arabia ahead of discussions with Russia aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict

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Secretary of State, Sen. Marco Rubio testifies during his Senate Foreign Relations confirmation hearing at Dirksen Senate Office Building.
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Rubio states that Ukraine and Europe will be part of real peace talks as the U.S. evaluates Putin’s intentions

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Sunday that any genuine negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict initiated by Moscow would involve Ukraine and Europe. This indicates that the upcoming discussions between the U.S. and Russia could provide insight into Russian President Vladimir Putin‘s commitment to achieving peace. Rubio addressed European apprehensions regarding their exclusion from the initial talks scheduled to occur in Saudi … Continue reading Rubio states that Ukraine and Europe will be part of real peace talks as the U.S. evaluates Putin’s intentions

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