NATIONAL SECURITY

Killing of Al-Qaeda leader is long-sought ‘justice’, Biden says in televised address

Brazil still represents one of the main channels to smuggle illegal drugs from Latin America into Europe and other continents

RIYADH: Six people have been arrested for attempting to smuggle almost half a million amphetamine pills into Saudi Arabia, the General Directorate of Narcotics Control said on Wednesday. Spokesman Maj. Mohammed Al-Nujaidi said during a security follow-up on drug smuggling and distributing networks targeting the security of the Kingdom, officials seized 456,000 amphetamine tablets hidden […]

Italy’s Prime Minister Mario Draghi will hold a phone call with US President Joe Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson later on Monday, Rome’s government said in a statement. The phone call will be dedicated to preparations ahead of the next Nato, G7 and European Council […]

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has opened up diplomatic and commercial opportunities for gas exporter Qatar to expand energy sales to the West and bolster its alliance with Washington amid US tensions with other Gulf Arab states. Qatar has sought a largely neutral stance on the conflict, but while trying to avoid choosing sides, it has […]

Lana Nusseibeh calls for tougher international stance against Iran-backed Yemeni militia

In 50 years, Dubai has been transformed from a desert land to a remarkable, evolving metropolitan city. While the growth and development of Dubai indeed constitute a fascinating tale, Dubai Police have played a crucial role in the emergence of the emirate as one of the safest cities in the world and one of the […]

The Israeli Defence Ministry accused Iran of launching sea attacks from bases in the United Arab Emirates. According to the ministry, the attacks originated from naval bases in Chabahar and on the island of Kesem.