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The US accused Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of approving Jamal Khashoggi's murder, but stopped short of imposing sanctions on the kingdom's heir apparent.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman "approved" the gruesome murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a declassified US intelligence report said.
Saudi crown prince has surgery for appendicitis
SPA tweeted footage of the prince walking out of the hospital with an entourage and getting into the front passenger seat of a car.
Emirati businessman praises UAE human rights
An Emirati businessman has said that the human rights situation is better in the UAE than in the West.
Saudi travel bans stir unease as detainees released
Despite being freed from prison, former detainees like Loujain Al-Hathloul, still have strict travel bans imposed on them, restricting her ...
Dubai royal family says 'abducted' princess 'being cared for'
The royal family of Dubai have released a statement claiming that Princess Latifa, widely believed to be imprisoned against her will, is being cared for.
UN to seek information on missing Dubai princess
Following recently released footage, the UN is to question the UAE about the fate of Princess Latifa.
Dubai princess says fears for life as held 'hostage'
The Princess of Dubai has released a video revealing her alleged forced captivity at the hands of her father, the king.
New Zealand-Australia row erupts over 'terrorist' dual national
New Zealand's Prime Minister said Australia had "abdicated its responsibilities" by leaving Wellington to deal with a dual-national arrested in ...
Olympic powerbroker to go on trial in Geneva
Sheikh Ahmad al-Fahad al-Sabah will go on trial for forgery, allegations he claims are motivated by political factions within Kuwait.
Saudi woman activist's family credits Biden for release
Saudi activist Loujain Al-Hathloul's family said the election of US President Joe Biden helped secure her release.
After broad crackdown, Saudi moves to free some dissenters
Saudi Arabia has begun provisionally releasing some viewed as dissidents as Riyadh comes under US pressure.
Riyadh releases two Saudi-US political prisoners: campaigners
Saudi Arabia released two Saudi-Americans after nearly two years of detention, according to campaigners said.
UK pays tribute after death of hero 'Captain Tom'
Captain Tom was a symbol of hope for people across the world suffering in a global pandemic [Getty]
Kuwait emir re-appoints Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah as premier
Kuwait's cabinet and parliament are in a stand-off, leading to the resignation of the government.
Oman heir joins youthful Gulf royals
Oman's Dhi Yazan bin Haitham was announced as the heir apparent, following Sultan Qaboos' death at the age of 79.
Oman sultan names heir among major constitutional changes
Oman Sultan Haithem has named his son as her heir, among a long list of changes to the constitution.
Oman gets its first crown prince under new laws
Oman's sultan announced on Monday a constitutional shakeup that includes the appointment of a crown prince for the first time and new rules on ...
Questions haunt Iran's downing of Ukrainian plane
For the families of those who lost loved ones on Flight PS752, a lack of transparency and accountability is making the grieving process even ...
Saudi activist's suspended sentence paves way for early release
A partially suspended sentence will allow Loujain al-Hathloul's release within months, relatives said.
Rights groups condemn ‘cruel’ sentencing of Saudi activist al-Hathloul
Human rights groups have condemned the sentencing of Saudi women’s rights activist Loujain al-Hathloul to five years in prison as “cruel” and ...
Loujain al-Hathloul: 'Fierce' Saudi women's rights campaigner
Activists see Loujain al-Hathloul as an "incredible fierce and resolute" champion of women's rights who represented the kingdom's modern ...
Kuwaitis lambast appointment of all-male parliamentary committee for women
News of the appointment of three Islamists to a committee for women's rights was roundly criticised by Kuwaiti social media users, including ...
Israel and the UAE capitalise as Trump era ends
Analysis: Fearing a reversal of policies under the Biden administration, Israel and the UAE are exploiting the last days of Trump's presidency ...
Donald Trump has announced Morocco's intention to normalise relations with Israel.
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