Former President Omar al-Bashir, questioned in court for the first time, said he had received tens of millions of dollars from the Saudi crown prince.
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‘I Couldn’t Stop Crying’: Saudi Women React to New Travel and Work Rights
After the announcement of seismic changes to the “guardianship” system, readers in Saudi Arabia shared their hopes — and skepticism.
Ally Attacks Ally in Yemen’s War Within a War
The United Arab Emirates is accused of bombing Saudi-backed forces in Yemen, even though Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E. are allies there.
Al-Bashir Trial in Sudan Opens with Claim of $90 Million Payment From Saudis
A senior police officer said that the country’s deposed leader had admitted to receiving the money.
Yemeni Separatists Relinquish Control of Buildings in Aden
The separatists’ takeover of Aden has strained a Saudi-led military coalition formed to confront the Iranian-aligned Houthis, who bombed a Saudi oil facility on Saturday.
Hajj Begins as Muslims Flock to Mecca
Among the faithful making the annual pilgrimage are survivors and relatives of victims of the New Zealand mosque attacks.
إن كنت تعيشين / إن كنت تعيش / في المملكة العربية السعودية، كيف ستؤثر حقوق السفر والعمل الجديدة عليكِ / عليك؟
أخبرونا بما تأملون أن يأتي من التغييرات المعلنة مؤخرًا لنظام ولي الأمر .
If You Live in Saudi Arabia, How Will the New Travel and Work Rights Affect You?
Tell us what you hope will come from the recently announced changes to the “guardianship” system.
Saudi Arabia Extends New Rights to Women in Blow to Oppressive System
Saudi women will be able to travel without a man’s permission and receive equal treatment in the workplace, eroding the a system that made women second-class citizens.
Saudi Arabia Says Women Can Travel Without Male Guardians
The kingdom said that women could get passports, travel and work without the permission of a male guardian.