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The American plan, currently in the drafting stages and expected to be presented after the elections in Israel, includes the establishment of a regional security framework and closing 'open files' in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon. In Washington, they are preparing to advance the initiative even in the event of a political stalemate in Israel, with the president himself stating in closed conversations...

Against the backdrop of recent nuclear agreements, companies from both countries have signed a strategic partnership to upgrade and secure the kingdom's critical energy and electrical infrastructure.

The foreign and defense ministers and chiefs of staff of the three countries will participate tomorrow in Istanbul in the first meeting of the committee established under the "Mecca Agreement". On the agenda: joint exercises, improving coordination between the armies, and joint development of weaponry. The agreement stipulates that an attack against one of the countries will be considered an...

Esther Gonzalez left the USA for Saudi Arabia's Al-Qadsiah, and shortly after, several photos with her partner and daughter disappeared from the web. The move sparked sharp criticism among fans and LGBTQ+ community activists.

Iran reports progress in talks with Oman regarding a maritime corridor in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has submitted a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress.

The historic 30-year agreement grants American companies a central role in developing Saudi nuclear infrastructure while excluding foreign competitors. Trump insists the deal will only proceed if the kingdom normalizes relations with Israel—a last-minute condition. The agreement faces controversy over potential uranium enrichment on Saudi soil, with months of congressional debate expected.

A senior Houthi official threatens to raise the level of military pressure on Saudi Arabia and tighten the naval blockade in the Red Sea to include all foreign vessels operating off the kingdom's coast. According to him, oil facilities in the port of Yanbu have been added to the target bank in order to halt oil exports.

Riyadh will fund and build the parks near the French capital, including one based on the popular Japanese franchise 'Dragon Ball'. An advisor to French President Macron: 'He and the Saudi Crown Prince share a passion for manga, and for this series in particular.' At the same time, Paris rejected criticism regarding the project being entrusted to Saudi Arabia: 'We did not come to lecture others.'

The Yemeni terrorist organization claims it launched a ballistic missile at the ship "Amazon" off the coast of Yanbu. The National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia confirmed the hit and announced that the crew members were unharmed. Simultaneously, reports were received of an attack on weapons convoys and pro-Saudi forces in northern Yemen.

On paper, it is an almost impossible fantasy: a city built in length and height rather than space, with one straight and long street that leads from end to end and reaches everywhere. But on the way to reality, economic constraints and the war with Iran have erected an perhaps insurmountable barrier to the realization of the futuristic Saudi vision.

Opposition leader Yair Lapid presented his party's foreign policy goals, emphasizing the need to strengthen the alliance with the USA, restore ties with Europe, and pursue regional peace agreements.

Sources identified with the organization threaten escalation against vital targets in the south of the kingdom, including Aramco facilities, and the blocking of Saudi vessels in the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The remarks come after the Houthis claimed they recently attacked an Aramco refinery in the Jizan area.

Against the backdrop of turmoil in the oil market and continued disruptions to shipping routes in the Middle East, the Gulf is no longer waiting for a solution: "You cannot rely on Donald Trump."

An investigation published in the British 'Telegraph' deals with one of the central goals of the Islamic defense alliance, of which Saudi Arabia is a key member.

In the strategic sophistication of the Middle East, the primary target of the Saudi-Turkish-Pakistani triangle is not Israel, but Tehran. When Riyadh builds a solid wall against Tehran, backed by Turkish technology and a Pakistani army, the regional balance of deterrence shifts in our favor.

A spokesperson for Houthi forces claimed on Monday that the organization launched ballistic missiles at a Saudi military landing craft and four escorting boats off the coast of Al-Mukha in the Red Sea. The Houthis allege the vessels were hit and sunk, though there is no independent verification of these claims.

A new report by IMPACT-se points to a continued softening of attitudes toward Israel in Saudi textbooks: hostile expressions have been removed, phrasing has been changed, and maps have been updated, but Israel is still presented in some content as an occupying force and the lack of recognition of it is still evident.

The American decision on whether to attack Iran or refrain from action is not made in a vacuum. It is a product of a system of checks and balances, in which the Saudi voice has become more significant than ever.

After weeks of Houthi attacks, forces loyal to the Yemeni government reported a series of strikes they carried out. As a result of the strikes, there are dozens of dead and wounded in the ranks of the Shiite terrorist organization, in addition to the destruction of vehicles and weapons depots.

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey have signed a defense agreement signaling a reduction in dependence on the United States. The alliance is not aimed directly against Tehran but is intended to establish security independence under the quiet sponsorship of Beijing. The move creates an opening for Israel to deepen ties with the UAE, which is wary of the new power center. Commentary.

The custom common on national days of mourning 'skipped' one country – which even asked FIFA not to appear on the official World Cup ball.

Exporting nuclear reactors is not just an infrastructure deal, but a tool for geopolitical influence. The supplier secures technological and political ties for decades to come.

Bahrain and the UAE are not giving up on Israeli weapons, Saudi Arabia has set a new ironclad condition, and Turkey is stirring the pot. The war has completely disrupted Israel's dream of integration in the Middle East, and according to a Saudi commentator, "it is impossible to build a strong economy and large development projects in a region that is on the verge of war." The changing map of Gulf...

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the UAE are investing billions in Africa, taking over ports, and expanding their military presence. The goal: minerals, shipping routes, and influence over one of the most important arenas in the world.

Saudi Arabia announced that 13 countries have officially joined a multinational maritime defense alliance, marking its formal launch. The Saudi Ministry of Defense stated that the third planning meeting for the alliance was held in Jeddah with representatives from 39 nations in attendance.

According to a report in a newspaper affiliated with Hezbollah, the Houthis began shelling Saudi weapons depots in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait area. The bombings began after they received information about Saudi Arabia's preparations for an attack against them, in coordination with the USA and the UK.

The defense agreement signed last week between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan is moving from the stage of declarations to implementation on the ground. The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced that the three countries will establish permanent political and military coordination mechanisms, turning the alliance into a coordinated operational force.

Middle East expert Dr. Eddie Cohen described in an interview with Tal Meir the potential for a war between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis in Yemen, amid escalating tensions and ongoing exchanges of fire.

The X network suspended the account of Yahya Sarea, the military spokesman for the Houthis, which had more than 121,000 followers. The account was used by him to announce attacks in the Red Sea and the region, and X stated that he violated the platform's rules.

Maritime exports of Saudi oil from the Red Sea are becoming increasingly difficult to track as tankers disable their AIS tracking systems due to fears of Houthi attacks. This practice, known as 'dark sailing,' complicates market assessments of energy supply volumes.

In an interview with "Asharq Al-Awsat", Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detailed the joint defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, presenting it as a move to bolster regional stability while criticizing Israeli policy.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a joint defense agreement under which an attack on one of them would be considered an attack on all, but Egypt did not join. Conflicting reports present two versions of the reason.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, which signed a defense agreement, look with concern at the 'day after' and are aware of the opportunities that have opened up.

If an arrangement is reached that restores freedom of navigation and allows Iran to export oil, all sides will be able to declare victory. But if the talks fail, the story changes quickly.

The defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey creates a new Middle Eastern reality that distances Israel's integration into the region. Turkey strengthens its regional standing, Pakistan brings a nuclear umbrella, and Saudi Arabia explores alternatives to Washington.

In an interview with "Hayom", senior Saudi researcher Aziz Al-Ghashian explains why Riyadh prefers to contain the conflict with Iran, how American benefits might raise the bar for Saudi demands from Israel - and what lies behind the alliance with Turkey and Pakistan.

The joint agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan is a significant loss for Israel and the USA. It testifies to the disappointment of the Gulf states in the United States, which failed against the Iranian threat, and clarifies the price of the Israeli refusal to normalize relations with Riyadh. Although the defense alliance is unlikely to work in real-time, it is a serious problem.

Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan signed a security agreement in Jeddah featuring a collective defense mechanism. Egypt, invited to join, declined at this stage due to sensitive relations with Israel and regional tensions.

The defense agreement signed between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan was quickly violated by Iran. After the promises and smiles for the camera, in practice, we received only media and political silence.

The agreement signed in Mecca between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan includes a mutual defense clause. Pakistan emphasizes that the pact is purely defensive and remains open to other nations.

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have signed an agreement to establish a "Muslim NATO," and the Turkish Foreign Minister announced that Egypt may join later. The cooperation is expected to block the plan to move goods from India to Europe via Israel and the expansion of the Abraham Accords.

The Houthis claim to have attacked an Aramco refinery in Jizan, days after a major assault on government forces in Yemen that left at least 17 soldiers dead.

Saudi Arabia is building strategic independence: a defense alliance with Turkey and Pakistan, ties with Washington, and open channels with Iran and China. For Israel, the meaning is clear: Riyadh is no longer dependent on one axis.

On August 7, 2026, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the "Mecca Agreement for Joint Defense." The document, signed by the leaders of the three nations, states that any armed attack on one party will be considered an attack on all. The agreement covers security cooperation, including training, exchange of expertise, and defense industry development.

The Turkish Foreign Minister revealed that Cairo may join the defense alliance that his country signed with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, "after settling technical issues." He said the agreement is identical to Article 5 of NATO, according to which an attack on a member of the alliance is considered an attack on all.

Normalization with Saudi Arabia may be a historic achievement, but if its price is permission for uranium enrichment in the kingdom, Israel may open the door to a dangerous nuclear arms race in the Middle East.

Tehran states that the opening of the Strait of Hormuz depends on the US accepting all of Iran's conditions. Amid rising regional tensions, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have formed a defense alliance.

Many questions surround the agreement signed in Mecca. On paper, if Saudi Arabia is attacked, the burden of proof lies with Turkey and Pakistan. But will it really happen? "The Pakistanis do not want to get involved, and it is not certain that the Turks have the capabilities to give," said Dr. Yoel Guzansky from the INSS. These are the facets of the agreement, and what is likely behind Riyadh's...

Against the backdrop of growing tension in the Middle East, and in the shadow of fears of a confrontation between Israel and Turkey, three regional powers have signed a tripartite agreement that defines any attack on one of them as an attack against all.

Yaakov Nagel, former National Security Advisor and head of the NSC, provided his perspective during an interview on 103FM regarding the defense agreement being formed between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan: "Saudi Arabia is in many ways a paper tiger."