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Saudi Arabia Continues to Deny Syrians’ Right to Hajj

After Qatar’s protest, the Syrian government has also slammed Saudi Arabia for politicization of Hajj pilgrimage, saying the Saudi authorities continue to deny Syrian citizens the right to perform this Islamic duty.

Giving Ultimatums Not to Resolve Qatar Crisis: Turkish Envoy

Turkish ambassador to Tehran has criticized the approach Saudi Arabia and a number of its Arab allies have adopted towards Qatar, saying the only way to handle the ongoing crisis in the Persian Gulf region is engaging in a meaningful dialogue rather than giving ultimatums.

Ottawa ‘Deeply Concerned’ about Riyadh’s Use of Canadian Equipment against Saudis

Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland’s department says she is “deeply concerned” about the reports that Saudi Arabia is deploying Canadian-made armoured vehicles in an escalating conflict with Saudi citizens.

Saudi Gunboat Hit by Yemeni Naval Forces: Source

Yemeni naval forces carried out a missile attack against a Saudi military vessel in Hudaydah, torching it off the coast of the Arab country’s western province, a military source said.

US Lawmaker Says Saudi Textbooks Taught at ISIS Schools

The reports that ISIS terrorists are teaching Saudi Arabia’s textbooks in their schools further prove the ideological commonalities between the two sides.

Yemen Hits Saudi Oil Refinery with Long-Range Ballistic Missile (+Video)

Yemeni forces have targeted an Aramco Saudi oil refinery in Yanbu province with a long-range ballistic missile in retaliation for the Saudi-led coalition’s ongoing aggression against Yemen.

Riyadh Backs Out: No Need for Qatar to Close Al Jazeera

Saudi-led bloc has dropped the list of 13 demands for Qatar saying Doha does not need to close down Al Jazeera News Network. They are now urging Qatar to commit to six principles.

US Seeking Own Interests in Qatar Crisis: Analyst

A political commentator says the US is capitalizing on the ongoing crisis in Qatar’s ties with Persian Gulf Arab states to secure its own interests.

Documents Show Saudi, UAE Back Al-Qaeda, ISIS

Papers recently revealed by Qatar show Riyadh and Abu Dhabi support terrorist groups in Yemen.

‘Al Saud Likely behind Cholera Outbreak in Yemen’

The secretary-general of Yemen’s Supreme Political Council highlighted the heinous crimes committed by the Saudi-led coalition in the Arabian Peninsula country and said the Riyadh regime may have caused the current outbreak of Cholera in Yemen on purpose.

Confrontation with Iran Could Result in Global Crisis: Qatar

A Qatari official says any confrontation with the Islamic Republic of Iran could lead to crisis at the international level.

“No State Pays Heed to Riyadh’s Call to Confront Iran”

Head of Al Jazeera’s Office in Tehran blames Saudi Arabia for creating tensions in the region, saying no state will take any heed of Riyadh’s call to counter the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iran Seizes Trespassing Saudi Boat with 4 on Board

The Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has seized a Saudi vessel after trespassing on the Islamic Republic’s territorial waters in the Persian Gulf.

Saudi Arabia Main Promoter of Extremism in UK: Report

A report by the Henry Jackson Society indicates that foreign funding for extremism in Britain primarily comes from Saudi Arabia.

Unverified Details of Qatar’s Response to Saudi Demands

Qatar on Monday responded to a list of demands from Saudi Arabia and its allies after they agreed to give Doha another 48 hours to address their grievances.

“Bin Salman Too Indiscreet to Be Political Leader”

A political commentator says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman is too indiscreet and imprudent to be a political leader.

Dissidents Threaten Saudi Regime with Overthrow

A number of Saudi dissidents have formed a new coalition against the Al Saud family, threatening to overthrow the ruling regime.

A Kiss that May Outrage Saudis, Escalate Qatar Crisis (+Video)

The Qatari emir has recently greeted a senior Egyptian cleric and kissed his turban in a move that can further unleash the Saudis’ wrath and deepen the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.  

“Riyadh’s Real Nature Revealed to Ankara”

An Iranian lawmaker says the crisis between Qatar and Saudi Arabia has revealed the true nature of Riyadh to Turkey.

Qatar Not to Cut Ties with Iran: Report

Qatari officials have reportedly declared they will not cut their relations with Iran, a precondition set by Saudi Arabia and its allies for normalization of ties with Doha.

‘Saudis Fabricate Mecca Blast Story to Deflect Attentions’

A senior Iranian lawmaker says the reports on a foiled attack on Mecca’s Grand Mosque were fabricated by Saudi Arabia to deflect the world’s attention away from the political turmoil in the kingdom.

Bin Salman behind Mecca Blast: Saudi Dissident

A leading opposition figure in Saudi Arabia says the country’s new crown prince has been behind the recent failed attempt to launch a terrorist attack on the Grand Mosque of Mecca.

Saudi Arabia Close to Political Suicide

By appointing his son as the new crown prince, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has pushed his country closer to a political suicide.

Bin Salman to Replace Saudi King in Coming Days: Saudi Activist

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman will step down in favour of his son Mohammad in the next couple of days, said a Saudi Arabian activist who is known for disclosing secrets of the Saudi royal house.

Internal Struggle Imminent in Saudi Royal Family: Analyst

With the elevation of Mohammad bin Salman to the crown prince of Saudi Arabia, the Saudi family will get involved in a fierce internal struggle, says an Iranian expert on Middle East affairs.

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