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World Defense Show 2026 Accelerates Defense Localization With 28 Strategic Agreements

World Defense Show 2026 Accelerates Defense Localization With 28 Strategic Agreements Riyadh’s World Defense Show 2026 gathered strong momentum on its second day, as Saudi Arabia signed a wave of defense agreements and strategic partnerships with leading international players, underscoring the Kingdom’s accelerating localization drive under Vision 2030. The Saudi Ministry of Defense confirmed the

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Shared Rival, Split Strategy: Why the US and Israel Are Not Aligned on Iran

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Shared Rival, Split Strategy: Why the US and Israel Are Not Aligned on Iran WASHINGTON / TEL AVIV — Despite their close alliance, the United States and Israel are increasingly diverging in how they approach their shared adversary, Iran, as diplomatic signals from Washington contrast with Israel’s more hardline stance, analysts say. While both countries

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US Open to Talks With Iran, But Rubio Insists Missiles and Militias Must Be on the Table

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US Open to Talks With Iran, But Rubio Insists Missiles and Militias Must Be on the Table WASHINGTON — The United States is prepared to engage in talks with Iran as early as this week, but any discussions must go beyond Tehran’s nuclear program and address its missile capabilities and support for regional armed groups,

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Saudi Arabia and Turkey Pledge Deeper Coordination to Uphold Regional and Global Security

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Saudi Arabia and Turkey Pledge Deeper Coordination to Uphold Regional and Global Security RIYADH — Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan renewed their commitment to intensifying coordination aimed at safeguarding international peace and security, as the two leaders concluded high-level talks in Riyadh. In a joint statement issued on

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Israel Charges 12 Suspects, Including Reservists, Over Large-Scale Gaza Smuggling Operation

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Israel Charges 12 Suspects, Including Reservists, Over Large-Scale Gaza Smuggling Operation JERUSALEM — Israeli prosecutors have indicted 12 suspects, including military reservists, in what authorities described as a major and highly organized smuggling operation involving prohibited goods entering the Gaza Strip during wartime. According to a statement issued Wednesday by Israel’s Justice Ministry, the suspects

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Iran Protest Crackdown Sees Over 50,000 Arrests as Death Toll Continues to Rise

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Iran Protest Crackdown Sees Over 50,000 Arrests as Death Toll Continues to Rise TEHRAN — More than 50,800 people have been arrested in connection with Iran’s sweeping crackdown on nationwide protests, according to activists monitoring detentions and casualties linked to the unrest. Activist groups said on Wednesday that at least 50,834 individuals have been detained

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UAE’s Al-Futtaim to Take Strategic 49.95% Stake in Saudi Retail Giant Cenomi

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UAE’s Al-Futtaim to Take Strategic 49.95% Stake in Saudi Retail Giant Cenomi RIYADH — Emirati conglomerate Al-Futtaim has agreed to acquire a 49.95 percent stake in Saudi Arabian retail franchiser Cenomi Retail, in a transaction valued at more than 2.5 billion Saudi riyals ($667 million), marking one of the largest cross-border retail investments in the

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KLM Restarts Flights to Israel, UAE and Saudi Arabia After Middle East Review

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KLM Restarts Flights to Israel, UAE and Saudi Arabia After Middle East Review AMSTERDAM — Dutch airline KLM has announced the resumption of flights to several Middle Eastern destinations, including Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia, following a reassessment of regional security conditions. In a statement issued late Saturday, KLM said it will

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Israeli Airlines Offer Free Cancellations as Fears Grow Over Possible Iran Conflict

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Israeli Airlines Offer Free Cancellations as Fears Grow Over Possible Iran Conflict TEL AVIV — Israeli airlines have announced flexible travel policies, allowing free cancellations and ticket protections, as uncertainty rises over a potential escalation involving Iran that could disrupt regional air travel. Israel’s main carriers — El Al, Israir, and Arkia — said on

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IndiGo Suspends Regional Routes as Iran Tensions Trigger Flight Schedule Changes

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IndiGo Suspends Regional Routes as Iran Tensions Trigger Flight Schedule Changes India’s largest airline, IndiGo, has announced adjustments to its international flight schedule amid rising tensions involving Iran, as concerns grow over potential military escalation in the region. In a travel advisory issued on Tuesday, IndiGo said it was adopting a “cautious and proactive approach”

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