Saudis Shoot Down Scud Missile Fired By Houthi Rebels In Yemen
The Cold War-era rocket, which appeared to be targeted at a major air base in the kingdom's south, was brought down by Patriot missiles, officials say.
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Mecca Becomes A Mecca For Skyscraper Hotels
Mecca is the destination for Muslim pilgrims. To house the millions of worshippers, massive hotels are rising at a furious pace, upsetting those seeking to protect the city's traditional architecture.
Islamic State Claims Responsibility For Second Saudi Attack
At least four people, including a suspected suicide bomber, were killed in the attack on a Shiite mosque in the kingdom's Eastern Province.
ISIS Affiliate Claims Responsibility For Suicide Attack In Saudi Arabia
The bombing of a Shiite mosque killed at least 19 people. The claim of responsibility is a first for the extremist group involving an attack inside the kingdom.
Saudi Women Can't Drive To Work; So They're Flocking To The Internet
With so many restrictions on their movements, it has never been easy for Saudi women to join the workforce. But the Internet has opened up a new range of opportunities to work from home.
Saudi King Won't Attend Camp David Summit
A statement by the Saudi foreign minister cited conflicts. The king of Bahrain also said he would not be attending the summit on Thursday.
Yemen's Houthis Agree To 5-Day Cease-Fire To Allow Humanitarian Aid
The temporary truce comes amid an upsurge in Saudi-led airstrikes, including one in the capital that hit the private residence of former President Ali Abdullah Saleh, said to be a rebel ally.
Saudi Arabia Proposes A 5-Day Truce In Yemen
Saudi Arabia says the cease-fire will help get much-needed humanitarian aid into Yemen, but the offer is good only if Houthi rebels comply with the deal.
New Fighting Along Yemen Border Closes Schools And Airports
Fresh fighting around Najran comes after a nearly six-week Saudi-led air campaign against Houthi rebels. Aid agencies urge a halt to bombing Yemen's airports so humanitarian supplies can be delivered.
Saudi King Salman Reshuffles Line Of Succession
Saudi Arabia's King Salman shook up the monarchy on Wednesday. According to a royal decree, the king's nephew takes over as crown prince, and the king's young son becomes deputy crown prince.