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Monday, January 5, 2026
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Topic: Saudi Arabia

Middle East is replacing Europe as neutral ground. Prisoner exchange to ceasefire deals

The choice of Oman for US-Iran talks highlights the growing trust in Middle Eastern nations to provide a neutral ground for contentious international negotiations.

Saudi Arabia plans to pay off Syria’s debts to World Bank, sources tell Reuters

This would be the first known instance of Saudi Arabia providing financial support for Syria since Islamist-led rebels toppled former leader Bashar al-Assad in 2024.

Global executions soar to highest in a decade, 91% reported from Iran, Iraq & Saudi Arabia

Death sentences were used in some Middle East countries to silence human rights defenders, dissidents, protesters, political opponents & ethnic minorities, Amnesty report adds.

Saudi Arabia reaffirms ‘unwavering’ stance on Palestine hours after Trump’s Gaza remark

The statement, issued by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underscores the kingdom’s refusal to accept any peace plan that would undermine Palestinian rights or involve the displacement of Palestinian people.

Saudi Arabia says no ties with Israel without Palestine, rejects Trump’s claims

In a statement Wednesday, Saudi's Crown Prince-led foreign ministry said it rejects the idea of displacing Palestinians from their land & its stance towards Palestine is non-negotiable.

Activist Zahack Tanvir arrested in Saudi Arabia for anti-Pakistan posts released, thanks India

Originally from Hyderabad, Tanvir was arrested in December 2023 for social media posts that Saudi officials thought could harm ties with Pakistan.

India, Saudi Arabia could not arrive at mutually convenient dates for Modi’s visit, says MEA

Modi’s visit to Kuwait is 1st by an Indian Prime Minister in 43 yrs. Kuwait is also the only GCC member state Modi has not visited since assuming office in 2014.

172 Indians attacked or murdered abroad in last 3 years, most in Saudi, then US & Philippines

In the US, 12 Indians assaulted in 2023 alone, Rajya Sabha told, marking the most attacks in a single year. Foreign ministry tells Parliament it has no data on culprits.

Here’s why BCCI took IPL auction to Saudi Arabia—cricket is not the main course

Even if investments into the IPL franchises don’t happen, Saudi involvement can take other routes. The IPL franchises are buying into world cricket.

Piyush Goyal to visit Saudi Arabia, to participate in FII Summit

New Delhi: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, will embark on an official visit to Saudi Arabia between 29 and 30 October...

On Camera

Trump is tying his legacy to whatever happens in Venezuela

A bad turn in Venezuela would raise the same questions that have dogged the unlawful US strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean: Why now, and why at all?

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.