Saudi Arabia
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Former crown prince opposed Saudi aggression against Yemen
Muqrin has said that his opposition was shrugged off and that the defense minister has made the decision [to attack Yemen] on his own.
FM spokeswoman unaware of visit by Taliban delegation
An investigation should be launched as to who released the news on a trip by a Taliban team to Iran and what information they based their story on, Afkham said.
UN must act to stop Saudi killing in Yemen: Iran official
The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to carry out any necessary measures in order to send humanitarian aid to the oppressed and defenseless Yemeni people, said Amir Abdollahian.
Crisis will continue to plague the Al Saud family
An Iranian expert says an unexpected Saudi cabinet reshuffle which has brought to power a team of novices will provoke a political storm in the kingdom.
Future holds more infighting in store for Saudi Arabia
The former king managed to keep Saudi Arabia united, with his demise, more division will emerge, says a former Iranian diplomat.
The objectives Saudis pursue in airstrikes against Yemen
It is no longer possible to stir up insecurity in the region and buy security at home, writes Sadegh Kharrazi, a former Iranian diplomat.
Strangest way to sneak camels into country
Smugglers use a very innovative way to haul the desert animal across rough terrain.
Sliding crude prices at the expense of alternative energies
Mohsen Renani, a university professor, says he does not buy arguments that Saudi Arabia has refused to reduce its output only to undermine Russia, Syria and Iran.
King Abdullah is likely to pass away within three days: Saudi hospital officials
A Saudi Twitter user who has proved reliable in the past says Saudi King Abdullah is likely to pass away within three days.
Crisis of succession brewing on the Red Sea
Hossein Rouyvaran, a Middle East expert, explains why the question of succession in Saudi Arabia is complicated.
