Some lawmakers are likely to oppose the move, but officials said the Biden administration has noted the kingdom’s de facto cease-fire with the Houthi militia in Yemen.
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Amid Gaza War and Red Sea Attacks, Yemen’s Houthis Refuse to Back Down
The militia, which has targeted ships it says are connected to Israel, has vowed not to stop until the siege in Gaza ends and claims that a new U.S.-led maritime task force cannot deter the attacks.
Putin to Visit Saudi Arabia and U.A.E. on Wednesday
The trip is part of a series of diplomatic meetings by the Russian leader, and comes as Ukraine tries to shore up eroding Western support for its war effort.
In a Shaky Oil Market, OPEC Has Bitter Decisions to Make
Anticipating a drop in demand for 2024, major producers, led by Saudi Arabia, are trying to reduce supply.
Saudi Arabia Wins Bid to Host World Expo 2030
Winning the rights to host the major global event is a coup for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s efforts to remake the kingdom’s international image.
Israel Blocks Palestinian Americans From Entering From West Bank
The move is an apparent violation of a recent agreement that says citizens from the United States and Israel can travel to the other nation without a visa.
In a Report Card on Global Warming, Nations Get a Very Poor Grade
Countries are taking “baby steps,” a U.N. official said. In a separate study, Saudi researchers warned of an “existential crisis” for their nation from rising temperatures.
Iran and Saudi Arabia Demand Gaza Cease-Fire
The leaders of both Islamic countries appeared to put aside their historical animosities at a summit to present a united stand against Israel’s bombardment of the strip after Hamas’s attack.
Arab States Intensify Pleas for Gaza Cease-fire as Public Anger Mounts
Citing deepening fears for regional stability, Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries are beseeching the U.S. to push Israel to end its military campaign in Gaza.
Saudi Arabia’s Fund-Raiser for Gaza Aid Raises $17 Million in Hours
The belated campaign, announced more than three weeks into the war, appeared consistent with the Saudi government’s ambivalent response to the conflict.