This aerial photo shows a tanker unloading imported crude oil at a terminal port in Qingdao, in China’s eastern Shandong province on June 25, 2026. Instead of risking the chokepoints, two state-owned shipping companies are now loading oil through ship-to-ship transfers at safer locations outside the Arabian Gulf.

24.6 million bopd: Mid-East oil finds a way around war

Middle East crude flows recover but shipping challenges persist

Saudi Arabia probes Jeddah water tank collapse

Mecca Governor directs committee to investigate causes, assess safety of nearby buildings

Governor of Mecca launched probe into Jeddah water tank collapse, investigating safety violations and structural concerns after a torrent caused damage in the area.

Saudi Arabia issues heavy rain, flash flood warning

Civil Defence urges residents to avoid valleys and flood-prone areas as rain continues

Thunderstorms and flash floods forecast across Saudi Arabia until Monday. Authorities advise caution and avoiding valleys and flood-prone areas.

Saudi-Houthi conflict: 7 big developments on October 21

Houthi attacks, Macron’s visit, Turkish troop plans and growing Western military support

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman accompanies French President Emmanuel Macron after a meeting at Al Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on October 21, 2026.

Middle East conflict: Key updates for UAE residents

Emmanuel Macron visits Saudi Arabia in solidarity amid Houthi attacks on the kingdom

Pezeshkian criticised Washington for increasing sanctions and pressure while simultaneously calling for negotiations.

Boy dies, another missing in Mecca flash floods

Civil Defence rescues one boy as search continues for third swept away by floodwaters

A boy was killed and another is still missing after flash floods swept away three children in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Rescue teams continue their search for the missing child.

Saudi Arabia postpones FII10 conference to 2027

FII event delayed as Kingdom faces Houthi attacks; organisers cite quality considerations

The investment conference, originally scheduled for October 26–29 in Riyadh, has been postponed to 2027. It was expected to bring together leading international investors, business executives, policymakers and strategic partners to mark the initiative's 10th anniversary.

Saudi-Houthi conflict: 7 things you need to know

Kingdom faces fresh missile and drone attacks as Riyadh airport remains closed

King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Nearly half of Saudi Arabia’s scheduled flight departures have been affected since October 8 amid continuing Houthi missile and drone attacks.

UK to deploy fighter jets to help protect Saudi Arabia

Fighter jet deployment will provide additional defensive military support to Saudi Arabia

The defence ministry said the deployment formed part of "additional defensive military support" to Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia: Heavy rain forecast until October 28

NCM forecasts intense downpours across western, southwestern and northern regions

Saudi Arabia braces for heavy thunderstorms and widespread rain until October 28, with intense downpours expected in several regions, warns meteorology centre.

Indian injured in Riyadh airport attack returns home

Indian Embassy aids recovery and return of Riyadh attack victim

Riyadh airport attack: Injured Indian national returns home after hospital discharge

Flying from UAE? Latest flight schedules, Saudi updates

Saudi flight disruptions continued, with 45.49% of departures affected since October 8.

UAE passengers advised to check flight status due to regional disruptions

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