Threats escalate after Houthis block Saudi warplanes, allowing Iranian plane to land in Sanaa for first time in decade.
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Palestinians in Gaza gathered to watch Spain’s World Cup victory over Saudi Arabia.
Yamal makes a goal-scoring return for Spain as European champions get their World Cup campaign back on track.
Spain and Saudi Arabia fans filled the streets of Atlanta with chants and celebrations ahead of their World Cup clash.
Spain face Saudi Arabia in need of a win to take control of Group H. Can they rediscover their attacking edge?
Filipino conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna were successfully separated during a six-hour surgery in Saudi Arabia.
Governments across the world have welcomed the tentative deal between the US and Iran to end the war.
An Iran-US deal could provide an opportunity for Gulfs to review their security arrangements.
Global growth forecast cut to 2.5 percent due to surging energy prices, inflation and borrowing costs.
Breaking down the eight Middle East and North African teams’ chances at the World Cup in North America.
