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US Approves $2 Billion Sale of 20,000 Laser-Guided Rockets to Saudi Arabia
The US State Department has greenlit a potential $2 billion deal to sell 20,000 advanced laser guidance kits to Saudi Arabia, a move that will significantly boost the kingdom's defense capabilities. This major sale will enable Saudi Arabia to better protect itself against current and future threats.
Pakistan Charts Middle East Course Between Iran and Saudi Arabia
Pakistan is emerging as a key player in the Middle East, leveraging its diplomatic prowess to broker a historic ceasefire between the US and Iran in April 2026, and positioning itself at the centre of a region in flux. This bold move has sparked debate about Iran's growing ambitions and Islamabad's role in shaping the region's future.
Saudi Arabia Upends Pakistan's African Arms Push
Saudi Arabia pulled the plug on a $1.5 billion arms deal between Pakistan and Sudan, effectively shutting down Islamabad's ambitious plans to expand its defense exports and influence in Africa. This sudden move was part of a larger shift in Saudi Arabia's Gulf strategy.
Pakistan's Gulf Strategy Exposes Enduring Ambiguity
Six months after the historic Saudi-Pakistan Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement was signed, its true test has come in the form of Operation Epic Fury, which has dramatically reshaped the Gulf security landscape. The pact, aimed at tackling threats from Iranian drones and missiles, is being put to the ultimate test - can it live up to its promise?
Pakistan's Saudi Defence Pact Tested in Iran War Crisis
As Iran's war crisis deepens, Pakistan's defence pact with Saudi Arabia - forged in peacetime - is being put to the ultimate test: can it withstand the pressures of war and live up to its promise of mutual defence? Signed in 2025, the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement was meant to be a rock-solid guarantee that an attack on one is an attack on both.
Ukraine Bolsters GCC Air Defense with Counter-Drone Pacts
When Iranian loitering munitions started striking Gulf Cooperation Council facilities in March 2026, the GCC states surprisingly turned to a war-tested newcomer for help - Ukraine, not the regional heavyweight they traditionally rely on. Ukraine has since signed landmark 10-year defence cooperation agreements with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE to bolster GCC air defence with cutting-edge counter-drone pacts.
Pro-Iranian Hackers Expose Personal Data from the 2024 Saudi Games
Pro-Iranian hackers leak personal data from the 2024 Saudi Games, raising security concerns and highlighting vulnerabilities in event management.
Cyber Fattah Exposes Saudi Games Data in Suspected Iranian Hack
Cyber Fattah reveals leaked Saudi games data amid suspected Iranian hacking, raising concerns over cybersecurity and international tensions.
Unveiling MbS’s Deputy Crown Princes: The Expansive Business Ties from Riyadh to Paris
Explore the influential Deputy Crown Princes of MbS, revealing their extensive business connections from Riyadh to Paris and shaping global dynamics.
Saudi Arabia : PwC enlists former US defence intelligence official to target Saudi contracts
Saudi Arabia: PwC enlists former US defence intelligence official to strategically target lucrative contracts and boost market insights in the region.
Saudi Arabia : SPL football: European agents squeezing clubs over players’ potential ‘tax traps’
European agents pressure Saudi Arabia’s SPL football clubs by exploiting players’ potential tax traps in a high-stakes transfer battle.
Chinese Hackers Deploy MarsSnake Backdoor in Multi-Year Attack on Saudi Organization
Chinese hackers deploy MarsSnake backdoor in a multi-year attack on a Saudi organization, sparking rising global cybersecurity concerns.
Turkey’s PKK Dissolution Spurs European Security Worries Over Foreign Fighters
Turkey’s dismantling of the PKK fuels European security fears as worries mount over a potential surge in foreign fighters.
Tokyo Weighs Saudi Bid for GCAP Fighter Jet Program Amid Mounting Pressure
Tokyo weighs Saudi’s bid for the GCAP Fighter Jet Program amid rising pressure that could reshape global defense dynamics.
Saudi Arabia/United States : How a Saudi Arabian university is quietly pouring millions into US tech
A Saudi Arabian university is secretly investing millions in US tech, fueling innovation and forging new academic-industry bridges.
Second Saudi THAAD Team Completes Training in Texas
Second Saudi THAAD team finishes training in Texas, enhancing missile defense capabilities and strengthening U.S.-Saudi military cooperation.
New Horizons for Paris: Collaboration with the Saudi Navy
Explore the groundbreaking collaboration between Paris and the Saudi Navy, paving new horizons in maritime security and international relations.
Bahrain’s Drone Company, Backed by Spymaster, Expands into Saudi Arabia
Bahrain’s drone company, supported by a spymaster, expands its operations into Saudi Arabia, enhancing regional security and technology innovation.