US, Russia agree to start push towards peace in Ukraine

The United States and Russia agreed on Tuesday to address "irritants" to the U.S.-Russia relationship and begin working on a path to end Russia's war in Ukraine, the State Department said, making clear the effort was in its early stages, Reuters reported.

Lavrov says ‘no reason’ to invite European leaders to Ukraine Talks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday that he saw “no reason” for European leaders to take part in negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine and accused Brussels of wanting to prolong the conflict, The Moscow Times reported.

Trump team to start Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia

A Ukrainian official said Kyiv wasn’t informed and doesn’t plan to attend

Senior Trump administration officials are heading to Saudi Arabia to start peace talks with Russian and Ukrainian negotiators, according to a Republican lawmaker and two U.S. officials familiar with the plan. 

Tehran, Riyadh condemn Netanyahu’s remarks on forced displacement of Palestinians

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has strongly denounced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s suggestion of establishing a Palestinian state within Saudi Arabia, calling it an unprecedented act of aggression that threatens regional stability and security.

Saudi ambassador lauds Isfahan as a desired travel destination

TEHRAN - The Saudi ambassador to Iran, Abdullah bin Saud Al-Anzi, has highlighted the significant tourism potential of Isfahan, describing it as a city with vast cultural and historical attractions for international visitors.

Minister highlights plans to boost tourism and strengthen ties with Arab nations

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has announced plans for the country’s tourism sector, predicting that the number of inbound travelers will surpass seven million in the current Persian year that comes to an end on March 20.

Israeli-Saudi normalization is within reach: Atlantic Council

High on the agenda of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House is a potential deal to normalize relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia. Trump wants to move fast on it, having dispatched his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, to Riyadh both during the transition and last week.

Tehran, Riyadh need to boost ties in ICT: minister

TEHRAN –The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister, Sattar Hashemi, in a meeting with the Saudi ambassador to Iran, Abdullah bin Saudi Al-Enzi, has underlined need to boost cooperation, particularly in the ICT sector.

By Khaled Elgindy

The fallacy of the Abraham Accords

Why normalization without Palestinians won’t bring stability to the Middle East

U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to cement his legacy in the Middle East were well underway even before he reclaimed the White House.

Saudi Arabia plans to enrich and sell uranium

Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman announced on Monday that the kingdom intends to commercialize all resources, including uranium, Al Mayadeen said in a report on its website.

Iran summons Saudi envoy over execution of citizens

TEHRAN – Iran summoned the Saudi ambassador Wednesday to protest the recent execution of six Iranian citizens, the foreign ministry stated.

Saudi Arabia named 2034 FIFA World Cup host

TEHRAN - The world footballing body, FIFA, has officially announced Saudi Arabia as the host of the FIFA World Cup 2034.

Qatar, Saudi, Iran, Iraq condemn Israel’s ‘dangerous’ land grab in Syria

Qatar, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Iran have decried Israel’s seizure of land in Syria near the occupied Golan Heights as the Israeli military continues to launch air strikes across the country.

Tehran, Beijing, Riyadh unite to condemn Israeli aggression against Iran

TEHRAN – In a joint statement published on Tuesday, Iran, China, and Saudi Arabia condemned Israel for its October attack against Iranian territory.

China lauds ‘progress’ in Iran-Saudi ties after mediating 2023 rapprochement

TEHRAN – The Chinese Foreign Ministry has expressed strong support for the constructive interactions between Saudi Arabia and Iran, emphasizing their role in fostering enduring good-neighborly relations.

Saudi de facto leader says Israel committing ‘collective genocide’ in Gaza

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has accused Israel of carrying out “collective genocide” in Gaza, in some of his strongest criticism of the country since the war began last year.

Riyadh OIC summit key to halting Israeli aggression: Iranian president

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian voiced optimism ahead of an extraordinary summit, jointly organized by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Arab League, aimed at addressing the escalating Israeli actions in Gaza and Lebanon. 

Leading Iranian, Saudi generals hold talks in Tehran

TEHRAN – In a major advancement for bilateral relations, senior military leaders from Iran and Saudi Arabia met in Tehran to discuss opportunities for strengthened collaboration.

Saudi FM says ties with Iran on the ‘right path’

TEHRAN – Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan said on Thursday that the relations between the Saudi Kingdom and Iran are on advancing on the “right path”.

Iranian, Saudi chief diplomats hold talks on regional development

TEHRAN – The Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers held phone talks late on Monday during which they agreed to maintain consultation on regional development amid the Israeli cruel attacks on Gaza and Lebanon.

Saudi Arabia, Malaysia condemn Israeli violation of Iran’s sovereignty

TEHRAN - Saudi Arabia and Malaysia have condemned Israel’s attacks on Iran as a violation of the country’s sovereignty and a violation of international laws and norms.

Saudi Arabia requests joint naval exercise with Iran to improve regional security

TEHRAN – The head of the Iranian Army Navy has announced that Saudi Arabia has expressed interest in a joint naval exercise, a move aimed at strengthening regional cooperation.

Saudi TV's new role: A mouthpiece for US and Israel assassination campaigns

TEHRAN- The recent controversy ignited by a Saudi-owned television channel has spotlighted the animosity of certain Arab states towards the Palestinian resistance and their struggle against the Israeli occupation.

Smotrich says Israel must extend into Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Syria, Iraq, and S. Arabia

Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has advocated for the creation of a Jewish state that would encompass all Palestinian territories and neighboring Arab territories, including the Syrian capital of Damascus. 

Israel’s further provocation will lead to stronger response from Iran: FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has issued a stern warning to Israel, cautioning the regime not to underestimate Tehran’s resolve.

Saudi Arabia forms global alliance to push for Palestinian state

Saudi Arabia has formed a global alliance to push for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the country’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al Saud, said on Thursday on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York, Reuters reports.