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Middle East at a Crossroads: Iran, Saudi Arabia and the US

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Middle East at a Crossroads: Iran, Saudi Arabia and the US

Middle East at a Crossroads: Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United States Enter a New Era of Strategic Uncertainty By: Javid Amin | 22 September 2026 The old Middle East was shaped by oil, ideology and military alliances. The emerging one is being defined by deterrence, economic survival, strategic autonomy and control of critical trade routes. At the centre of that transformation are Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United States. The Middle East Has Entered a Different Strategic Era For decades, the Middle East was explained through familiar rivalries: Iran…

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Houthi Capture of Mocha and Bab el-Mandeb: Why Global Oil Markets Are Worried

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Houthi Capture of Mocha and Bab el-Mandeb: Why Global Oil Markets Are Worried

Houthi Advance to Bab el-Mandeb: How the Yemen War Became a Global Oil and Shipping Crisis By: News Desk | 17 September 2026 Sana’a/Riyadh: A war that began as a struggle for power inside Yemen is once again spilling far beyond the country’s borders. In the space of little more than a week, Iran-aligned Houthi forces have seized the strategic Red Sea port city of Mocha, advanced onto important islands including Mayun and the Hanish Islands, and moved closer to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, one of the world’s most important…

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From Yemen to Mecca: How Houthi Attacks Are Reshaping the Red Sea Crisis

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From Yemen to Mecca: How Houthi Attacks Are Reshaping the Red Sea Crisis

Mecca Under Drone Threat: Houthi Escalation Puts Saudi Arabia, Islamic Holy Sites and Global Oil Routes on Edge By: Javid Amin | 15 September 2026 Jeddah/Sana’a: The Yemen war has entered a profoundly sensitive new phase. For years, the Houthi-Saudi confrontation has been fought largely around military installations, border provinces, airports, oil facilities and shipping routes. But on Tuesday, the conflict moved dangerously close to the symbolic heart of the Muslim world when Saudi Arabia said its air defences intercepted a Houthi drone south of Mecca before it could enter…

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US–Iran Conflict Enters New Phase as Saudi Arabia Joins Military Campaign, Diplomacy Remains Frozen

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US–Iran Conflict Enters New Phase as Saudi Arabia Joins Military Campaign, Diplomacy Remains Frozen

US–Saudi Operations Against Iran-Backed Militias Expand Across Iraq and Syria as Nuclear Talks Stall By: Javid Amin | 29 July 2026 US–Iran Conflict Enters a More Dangerous Phase The confrontation between the United States and Iran is entering a new and potentially more volatile chapter, with Saudi Arabia emerging as an active military partner alongside Washington in operations targeting Iran-backed militia networks across Iraq and Syria. The latest developments signal a shift from isolated military exchanges to a broader regional confrontation involving multiple countries, competing strategic interests and mounting diplomatic…

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Trump’s Iran Ceasefire Gamble: Will a Tentative Deal Redefine U.S.–Iran Relations and Gulf Stability?

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Trump’s Iran Ceasefire Gamble: Will a Tentative Deal Redefine U.S.–Iran Relations and Gulf Stability?

Trump’s Iran Ceasefire Gamble: A High-Stakes Decision That Could Reshape the Middle East By: Javid Amin | 30 May 2026 Trump Iran Ceasefire Deal 2026: Sanctions Relief, Naval Blockade Rollback and What It Means for the Middle East A proposed ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran has emerged as one of the most consequential diplomatic developments in the Middle East in recent years. U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly reviewing what officials describe as a tentative framework aimed at reducing hostilities, reopening critical maritime routes and creating conditions…

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Navigating Life in Saudi Arabia: A Comprehensive Guide for Expats

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Navigating Life in Saudi Arabia: A Comprehensive Guide for Expats

Working and Living in Saudi Arabia: A Comprehensive Guide By: Javid Amin Saudi Arabia has long been a top destination for expatriates seeking job opportunities in the Gulf region. The Kingdom offers numerous advantages, from tax-free income and a strong Islamic environment to a high standard of living. However, life in Saudi Arabia comes with its unique set of challenges. This comprehensive guide aims to provide valuable insights and actionable advice for those planning to live and work in this fascinating country. Advantages of Working in Saudi Arabia 1. Islamic…

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