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Updated 20 October 2026

Saudi Arabia backs UN Security Council rebuke of Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet, chaired by King Salman in Riyadh, welcomed a UN Security Council statement that condemned Houthi strikes on civilian infrastructure and threats to Red Sea shipping, urging cooperation to stop the Iran-backed militia getting weapons and other support.

Saudi-led coalition reports drone, missile intercepts over Riyadh area

The Saudi-led coalition said Tuesday it destroyed a drone in the Riyadh region, according to spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki al-Malki on X. He said earlier that a Houthi ballistic missile aimed at the capital had been intercepted.

US government bars agencies from DeepSeek AI products

The US government ordered agencies to stop using AI tools from Chinese startup DeepSeek, with a Homeland Security notice saying its products and third-party tools built on its technology must be removed from IT devices.

UAE official flags surge of over 11,000 bots in one month, warns of regional tension risks

Social media bots are being deployed to heighten tensions among regional states, a senior UAE official cautioned, noting that more than 11,000 new bots emerged in October 2026. He called the figure a huge number.

Abu Dhabi's Liwa Festival to return Dec 11; official app launch planned

The Liwa Festival in Al Dhafra’s Liwa desert will run from December 11 to January 2, 2027, around Tal Moreeb, the UAE’s tallest dune at over 300 metres, with an official app set to launch.

UAE freelance visa scams: bogus offers can ensnare residents in pricey schemes and penalties

A 55-year-old Dubai resident, M.H., turned to a social media ad for a two-year freelance visa costing Dh7,000 after age issues complicated his employment visa renewal. He got a visa and Emirates ID within a week, unaware he was being drawn into a freelance visa scam.

Jio IPO: subscription route for UAE-based investors

Jio Platforms opens subscriptions on October 21, targeting up to ₹30,213 crore ($3.2 billion/Dh11.8 billion) at ₹1,065–₹1,119 a share; the top price implies a valuation of as much as $108.3 billion (Dh398 billion).

UAE five-day outlook: rain chances, dusty winds, fog and 42°C heat

The National Centre of Meteorology expects five days of changeable conditions across the UAE, with possible rain, winds near 50km/h, blowing dust and fog, and highs of 42°C.

Etihad keeps Abu Dhabi-Saudi routes suspended to Oct 24

Etihad Airways has prolonged its suspension of Abu Dhabi flights to Dammam, Jeddah and Riyadh through Saturday, October 24, citing regional disruption. It said Abu Dhabi-Dammam and Abu Dhabi-Riyadh services remain cancelled until that date.

US weather experts warn of slow nor'easter threatening floods and strong winds

Meteorologists in the United States are warning that a slow-moving nor'easter off North Carolina could cause powerful winds, coastal flooding and beach erosion from North Carolina to New Jersey, with effects lasting several days and water levels possibly rising by up to 60 cm.

Yemeni Embassy: Status Correction in Saudi Arabia Is Fully Free

The Yemeni Embassy in Riyadh said all status-correction procedures for Yemenis in Saudi Arabia are free and require no intermediaries. It urged Yemenis to use services on official platforms and warned against exploitation.

Coalition intercepts and destroys two missiles aimed at Khamis Mushait

A spokesperson for the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen said two ballistic missiles fired by the Houthi militia toward Khamis Mushait were intercepted and destroyed.

Saudi, Syrian officials discuss easing administrative steps for citizens

Saudi Ambassador to Syria Ghazi Al-Enezi met Syrian Interior Minister Anas Khattab on Tuesday to discuss bilateral cooperation and ways to simplify administrative procedures for citizens of both countries, Syria’s Interior Ministry said on Telegram.

Empty seats greet Man City's 5-1 Champions League win over AEK Athens

Manchester City beat AEK Athens 5-1 in the Champions League on Tuesday at the Etihad Stadium, where large sections of empty seats were visible in the expanded 61,000-capacity venue. Neither City nor UEFA immediately gave the official attendance.

Saudi Arabia formally joins Arab administrative judiciary union as 16th member

Saudi Arabia signed an accession document at the Egyptian State Council in Cairo, SPA reported Sunday, becoming the Arab Union of Administrative Judiciary’s 16th member.

Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial: artists, venues and dates explained

The exhibition will bring together 21 artists and groups from the UAE and overseas.

UAE seals deal to host 2029 World Bank and IMF gatherings in Abu Dhabi

The choice of Abu Dhabi for the 2029 meetings is seen as a sign of increasing global confidence in the UAE’s economy.

Riyadh Airport Reopens While Some Airlines Still Cancel Saudi Flights

Riyadh airport is open again, but UAE and other international services to Saudi Arabia remain suspended.

Greenpeace: Yucatan drinking water tainted by faecal waste

A Greenpeace report attributes contamination of drinking water in Mexico's Yucatan to nearby pig farms and municipal wastewater.

King Charles hosts Omani sultan, praises Muscat's peace efforts

King Charles III welcomed Oman's sultan on a state visit to the UK and paid tribute to Muscat's efforts to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump says Ilhan Omar may face deportation, derides Somalia

Donald Trump described Representative Ilhan Omar as “sick” and “dishonest,” about a week after federal agents searched her home.

Al-Rai–Aayan alliance taps WeBook as Saudi Super Cup ticket partner

The committee organizing the Saudi Super Cup in Kuwait, represented by the Al-Rai Media Group and Aayan Leasing and Investment alliance, selected webook.com as official ticket-sales partner.

Kuwait FM reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia and full solidarity

Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Al-Jaber renewed on Tuesday Kuwait's backing for sister Saudi Arabia and its complete stand alongside the kingdom.

Kuwait Friday sermons affirm support for Saudi Arabia

Kuwait’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs circulated last Friday’s sermon across all mosques in the country in a show of support for Saudi Arabia.

Dubai international project management forum to begin in January

The Dubai international project management forum is set to start in January, according to UAE business coverage.

GCC industrial investment total hits $426bn at almost 22,000 factories

Industrial investments across the Gulf Cooperation Council have reached $426 billion, spanning almost 22,000 factories.

UAE aviation authority flags possible flight delays amid poor visibility

The UAE aviation authority has warned that flights could face delays because of reduced visibility.

Oman FDI climbs 6.4% to OMR32.2bn by close of Q2 2026

Foreign direct investment in Oman reached OMR32.211 billion at the end of the second quarter of 2026, up 6.4 percent.

Oman women’s sports sub-committee signs Brighton Plus Helsinki 2014 Declaration

Muscat: The Oman Women’s Sports Committee, a sub-committee of the Oman Olympic Committee, has signed the Brighton Plus Helsinki 2014 Declaration concerning women.

Nine Indian seafarers on YARA J safe; tanker reaches Constanta

The chemical tanker YARA J has arrived at Constanta port in Romania with all nine Indian seafarers safe, the Indian Embassy said.

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