Germany has decided to extend weapon exports ban on Saudi Arabia for one more year. The ban imposed by the Angela Merkel govt was to end on December 31, 2021.

Germany decides to extend weapon exports ban on Saudi Arabia

Saudi citizens took to social media to express their disapproval of the Pakistani Foreign Minister, Shah Mehmood Qureshi, for sitting in an 'offensive' posture during his meeting with Saudi leader Nawaf bin Said al-Malki, in Islamabad.

Saudi social media users slam Pakistan FM Qureshi for his posture in meeting with KSA ambassador

At least five people have been killed in the conflict between Saudi led coalition and Houthi rebels. watch this report for more.

At least five people killed in conflict between Saudi led coalition, Houthi rebels

Saudi Arabia is said to be developing its own ballistic missiles - with China's help. At a time when US - Saudi Arabia ties are going through rough times, Riyadh is deepening its ties with Beijing. Will this trigger a new arms race in West Asia? Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: China is 'sharing' missile tech with Saudi Arabia

Gulf kingdom of Saudi Arabia interestingly is building its own ballistic missiles and it is China that seems to have transferred the missile technology to the Gulf power.

Did China share missile tech with Saudi?

Intelligence agencies in the United States have determined that Saudi Arabia is now manufacturing ballistic missiles with China's assistance, a development that could have significant implications for the Middle East and complicate efforts by the Biden administration to contain Iran's nuclear ambitions, Saudi Arabia's perennial foe.

As per a report by CNN, the Saudis have historically bought ballistic missiles from China, but have never been able to build their own, until now. CNN also obtained satellite images suggesting the Kingdom is manufacturing weapons in one or more locations.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warns-that-only-some-weeks-left-to-revive-iran-nuclear-deal-438880">US warns that only 'some weeks' left to revive Iran nuclear deal</a>

Recent months have seen US officials from numerous agencies, including the White House's National Security Council, briefed on classified information that reveals large-scale transfers of sensitive ballistic missile technology between China and Saudi Arabia.

Now the Biden administration is facing increasingly pressing questions about whether Saudi Arabia's ballistic missile advances will change regional power dynamics. This can potentially complicate efforts to include missile technology restrictions in a nuclear deal with Iran, a goal shared by the US, Europe, Israel and the Gulf countries.

Saudi Arabia and Iran are bitter enemies, and Tehran is unlikely to agree to stop making ballistic missiles if Saudi Arabia has already begun manufacturing its own.

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There could also be diplomatic complications with the US response. Especially with the Biden administration trying to reengage Beijing on several high-priority policy issues, including climate change, trade, and the pandemic, any US response may be complicated by diplomatic considerations with China.

An official in the Biden administration told CNN that it is simply a matter of calibrating.

Both the National Security Council and the CIA declined to comment.

The report states that when asked if sensitive ballistic missile technology has recently been transferred between China and Saudi Arabia, the Chinese Foreign Ministry explained that the two countries are "comprehensive strategic partners" and that they maintain friendly cooperation in all areas, including military trade.

Watch |&nbsp;US NSA Jake Sullivan meets Israel's PM Naftali Bennett in Jerusalem amid ongoing tensions with Iran

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There is no violation of international law in such cooperation, and it does not involve the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, the statement added.

The range and payload of the ballistic missiles Saudi Arabia is building at this site are still not known.

Intelligence agencies in the United States have determined that Saudi Arabia is now manufacturing ballistic missiles with China's assistance, a development that could have significant implications for the Middle East and complicate efforts by the Biden administration to contain Iran's nuclear ambitions, Saudi Arabia's perennial foe.

Intelligence agencies in the United States have determined that Saudi Arabia is now manufacturing ballistic missiles with China's assistance, a development that could have significant implications for the Middle East and complicate efforts by the Biden administration to contain Iran's nuclear ambitions, Saudi Arabia's perennial foe. As per a report by CNN, the Saudis have historically bought ballistic missiles from China, but have never been able to build their own, until now. CNN also obtained satellite images suggesting the Kingdom is manufacturing weapons in one or more locations. Also read | US warns that only 'some weeks' left to revive Iran nuclear deal Recent months have seen US officials from numerous agencies, including the White House's National Security Council, briefed on classified information that reveals large-scale transfers of sensitive ballistic missile technology between China and Saudi Arabia. Now the Biden administration is facing increasingly pressing questions about whether Saudi Arabia's ballistic missile advances will change regional power dynamics. This can potentially complicate efforts to include missile technology restrictions in a nuclear deal with Iran, a goal shared by the US, Europe, Israel and the Gulf countries. Saudi Arabia and Iran are bitter enemies, and Tehran is unlikely to agree to stop making ballistic missiles if Saudi Arabia has already begun manufacturing its own. Also read | They 'left the deal': Iran says US should 'take first step' in revival of 2015 nuclear deal There could also be diplomatic complications with the US response. Especially with the Biden administration trying to reengage Beijing on several high-priority policy issues, including climate change, trade, and the pandemic, any US response may be complicated by diplomatic considerations with China. An official in the Biden administration told CNN that it is simply a matter of calibrating. Both the National Security Council and the CIA declined to comment. The report states that when asked if sensitive ballistic missile technology has recently been transferred between China and Saudi Arabia, the Chinese Foreign Ministry explained that the two countries are "comprehensive strategic partners" and that they maintain friendly cooperation in all areas, including military trade. Watch | US NSA Jake Sullivan meets Israel's PM Naftali Bennett in Jerusalem amid ongoing tensions with Iran There is no violation of international law in such cooperation, and it does not involve the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, the statement added. The range and payload of the ballistic missiles Saudi Arabia is building at this site are still not known.

US intel shows China is helping Saudi Arabia build its own ballistic missiles: Report

Saudi Arabia did the unexpected over the&nbsp;weekend as it threw a giant rave party.&nbsp;The four-day electronic music festival complete with psychedelic lights and international DJs was held in the deserts of Riyadh with the blessings and money of the Saudi royal family.

The House of Saud fully endorsed and sponsored the carnival. It was attended by artists from all over the world - Tiesto, Martin Garrix, David Guetta and others as the world's leading DJs performed at the rave.

"It was the first time that there was going to be women and men being able to dance together and you know that was also a very historical moment and I was happy to be part of this," DJ David Guetta said.

There was no gender segregation nor any full-length robes and face veils as the country witnessed a &nbsp;"huge evolution".

Watch | Gravitas -&nbsp;&nbsp;Saudi Arabia does the unthinkable, throws a 'rave party' in Riyadh

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There were also no religious restrictions. It was unthinkable earlier in Saudi Arabia just a few years back. The rave party comes close on the heels of the Red Sea international film festival which was the first of its kind to be held in Saudi Arabia.

The festival was a star-studded affair. It saw women strutting the red carpet in sleeveless gowns. A woman filmmaker won the best director award and an openly queer man won the best actor award.

The sands are clearly shifting in Saudi Arabia. The socially conservative kingdom is trying to shake off its regressive image while limiting the role of religion in public life and is pitching itself as a modern, liberal and tourism-friendly kingdom.

It is a welcome change although the critics of Saudi Arabia call it a facade. They insist that Saudi society isn't witnessing any fundamental, meaningful change.&nbsp;

Ever since Mohammed bin Salman was named the Crown Prince he has embarked on a liberalisation drive while loosening gender segregation rules, reopening cinemas and has&nbsp;allowed women to drive and enter stadiums. The Crown Prince has even allowed women to undertake Hajj without a male guardian.

Prince Salman has de-fanged the country's religious police that not too long ago dictated every facet of daily life.

However, they are half measures and have come very late. Some very problematic issues still persist in Saudi society. 
The country continues to arrest dissidents and it continues to extend prison terms of activists. It has also detained the rich over allegations of corruption.&nbsp;

There is also constant tinkering of power structures, arbitrary reshuffling of personnel and lawmakers whom the Crown Prince sees as potential challengers.

Political reform remains taboo in Saudi Arabia even as women are now allowed to drive. However, activists continue&nbsp;to languish in Saudi prisons.

The country has promised to remove the death penalty but it remains a world leader in capital punishment. The regime has tried to improve societal freedom but it's yet to punish those who made dissidents disappear.

Saudi Arabia did the unexpected over the weekend as it threw a giant rave party. The four-day electronic music festival complete with psychedelic lights and international DJs was held in the deserts of Riyadh with the blessings and money of the Saudi royal family.

Saudi Arabia did the unexpected over the weekend as it threw a giant rave party. The four-day electronic music festival complete with psychedelic lights and international DJs was held in the deserts of Riyadh with the blessings and money of the Saudi royal family. The House of Saud fully endorsed and sponsored the carnival. It was attended by artists from all over the world - Tiesto, Martin Garrix, David Guetta and others as the world's leading DJs performed at the rave. "It was the first time that there was going to be women and men being able to dance together and you know that was also a very historical moment and I was happy to be part of this," DJ David Guetta said. There was no gender segregation nor any full-length robes and face veils as the country witnessed a "huge evolution". Watch | Gravitas - Saudi Arabia does the unthinkable, throws a 'rave party' in Riyadh There were also no religious restrictions. It was unthinkable earlier in Saudi Arabia just a few years back. The rave party comes close on the heels of the Red Sea international film festival which was the first of its kind to be held in Saudi Arabia. The festival was a star-studded affair. It saw women strutting the red carpet in sleeveless gowns. A woman filmmaker won the best director award and an openly queer man won the best actor award. The sands are clearly shifting in Saudi Arabia. The socially conservative kingdom is trying to shake off its regressive image while limiting the role of religion in public life and is pitching itself as a modern, liberal and tourism-friendly kingdom. It is a welcome change although the critics of Saudi Arabia call it a facade. They insist that Saudi society isn't witnessing any fundamental, meaningful change. Ever since Mohammed bin Salman was named the Crown Prince he has embarked on a liberalisation drive while loosening gender segregation rules, reopening cinemas and has allowed women to drive and enter stadiums. The Crown Prince has even allowed women to undertake Hajj without a male guardian. Prince Salman has de-fanged the country's religious police that not too long ago dictated every facet of daily life. However, they are half measures and have come very late. Some very problematic issues still persist in Saudi society. The country continues to arrest dissidents and it continues to extend prison terms of activists. It has also detained the rich over allegations of corruption. There is also constant tinkering of power structures, arbitrary reshuffling of personnel and lawmakers whom the Crown Prince sees as potential challengers. Political reform remains taboo in Saudi Arabia even as women are now allowed to drive. However, activists continue to languish in Saudi prisons. The country has promised to remove the death penalty but it remains a world leader in capital punishment. The regime has tried to improve societal freedom but it's yet to punish those who made dissidents disappear.

Men and women dance together in unusual, giant rave party in Saudi Arabia

Years-long tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia seem to be coming to an end, as the two West Asian nations are planning to hold direct talks.

Iran & Saudi Arabia to hold direct talks signalling a larger regional shift

Saudi Arabia is doing the unthinkable. After hosting a film festival, Riyadh threw a 'rave party' where men and women danced together. Is the kingdom truly transforming or is this all a facade? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Saudi Arabia does the unthinkable, throws a 'rave party' in Riyadh

After a range of countries added flights from Nigeria to their red list amid the Omicron scare, Nigeria is also planning a reciprocal flights ban move against 4 countries.

Omicron scare: Nigeria plans reciprocal flights ban on Argentina, Canada, UK & Saudi Arabia

Pakistan is hosting an Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Foreign Minister's meet on Afghanistan, which is proposed by Saudi Arabia. Taliban interim govt officials are also invited to the meeting. WION's Anas Mallick brings in more information on this.

Pakistan hosts OIC Foreign Ministers' meeting called by Saudi Arabia to address Afghanistan crisis

Pakistan to host OIC Foreign Ministers' meet on Afghanistan crisis

OIC Secretary-General reach Islamabad as Pakistan hosts OIC foreign Ministers' meet on Afghanistan

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Islamic Affairs has termed the Tablighi Jamaat a terrorist organisation and asked preachers to warn people against the group. Palki Sharma tells you why the group has become so controversial.

Gravitas: Saudi Arabia says Tablighi Jamaat is a terrorist organisation

Saudi crown prince MBS is on a whirlwind Gulf tour, adding to a flurry of diplomacy seeking to resolve long-simmering regional tensions. This comes as leaders in West Asia are on a diplomatic spree. They are ending regional rifts that have defined the region for over a decade. On The West Asia Post, Ghadi Francis tells you what this tour means for West Asia.

The West Asia Post | Saudi MBS on a gulf tour | Beirut blast probe resumes

To honour the murdered Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the Washington city council has decided to change the name of the street in front of the Saudi Arabia embassy. It will be now called 'Jamal Kashaoggi Way.'

The council bill stated, "Through his journalism, Jamal Khashoggi was a fierce advocate for democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. By designating the street fronting the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia after Jamal Khashoggi, the District is creating a memorial in his honor that cannot be covered up or repressed."

The decision came after the council voted unanimously. As a part of the process, the bill from the council will be signed by Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser. Also, it is not expected to see any sort of objection US Congress, which reviews all legislation from the US capital city government.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-of-the-suspects-of-jamal-khashoggis-murder-arrested-in-france-reports-434932">Also read |&nbsp;One of the suspects of Jamal Khashoggi's murder arrested in France: Reports</a>

Khashoggi was a prominent journalist who was based in the US in self-exile. He was strangled to death by a hit squad in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, and his body was later dismembered.&nbsp;

His body was never retrieved.

He had gone to the consulate on October 2, 2018, to finish up paperwork that was required to marry his fiancee. Since then, the authorities have been hunting for his murderers.&nbsp;

In the latest development, a key suspect in the murder was arrested at Charles de Gaulle Airport. Khalid Alotaibi was arrested at the airport while he was, reportedly, gearing up to fly to Saudi Arabia. However, it was later declared that it was a case of mistaken identity.

(With inputs from agencies)

To honour the murdered Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the Washington city council has decided to change the name of the street in front of the Saudi Arabia embassy.

To honour the murdered Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the Washington city council has decided to change the name of the street in front of the Saudi Arabia embassy. It will be now called 'Jamal Kashaoggi Way.' The council bill stated, "Through his journalism, Jamal Khashoggi was a fierce advocate for democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. By designating the street fronting the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia after Jamal Khashoggi, the District is creating a memorial in his honor that cannot be covered up or repressed." The decision came after the council voted unanimously. As a part of the process, the bill from the council will be signed by Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser. Also, it is not expected to see any sort of objection US Congress, which reviews all legislation from the US capital city government. Also read | One of the suspects of Jamal Khashoggi's murder arrested in France: Reports Khashoggi was a prominent journalist who was based in the US in self-exile. He was strangled to death by a hit squad in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, and his body was later dismembered. His body was never retrieved. He had gone to the consulate on October 2, 2018, to finish up paperwork that was required to marry his fiancee. Since then, the authorities have been hunting for his murderers. In the latest development, a key suspect in the murder was arrested at Charles de Gaulle Airport. Khalid Alotaibi was arrested at the airport while he was, reportedly, gearing up to fly to Saudi Arabia. However, it was later declared that it was a case of mistaken identity. (With inputs from agencies)

US to change name of street in front of Saudi embassy to 'Jamal Khashoggi Way'

The Saudi government has banned Tablighi Jamaat, a Sunni Islamic movement, calling it “one of the gates of terrorism”.

The Saudi Ministry of Islamic affairs said in a tweet that the preachers in the mosque have been directed to allocate the next Friday sermon to warn people about the Tablighi Jamaat.

“Declaration of the misguidance, deviation and danger of this group, and that it is one of the gates of terrorism, even if they claim otherwise; Mention their most prominent mistakes,” it said.

“Mention their danger to society; Statement that affiliation with partisan groups, including (the Tablighi and Da’wah Group) is prohibited in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” the ministry added.

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Originated in India in 1926, Tablighi Jamaat (Society for Spreading Faith) is a Sunni Islamic missionary movement that urges Muslims to return to a pure form of Sunni Islam and be religiously observant, especially with respect to dressing, personal behaviour, and rituals.

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It is estimated to have somewhere between 350 to 400 million members across the globe. They collectively claim that their focus is only on religion and strictly avoid political activities and debates.

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United States Institute of Peace has described Tablighi Jamaat as an “Islamic revivalist organization” noting that the group “has appeared on the fringes of several terrorism investigations, leading some to speculate that its apolitical stance simply masks ‘fertile ground for breeding terrorism’ in nations such as UK, France and America.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tablighi-jamaat-case-108-foreigners-69-other-attendees-quarantined-in-west-bengal-291541">Tablighi Jamaat case: 108 foreigners, 69 other attendees quarantined in West Bengal</a>

In India, the group the severely criticised for organisation a mass gathering in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area during the first wave of Covid pandemic for violating lockdown rules last year.

According to Pew Research Centre, Tablighi Jamaat operates roughly in 150 countries around the world, including Western Europe, Africa, and South Asia.

In South Asia, the Tablighi Jamaat has a great following, especially in Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Thailand.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Saudi government has banned Tablighi Jamaat, a Sunni Islamic movement, calling it “one of the gates of terrorism”. The Saudi Ministry of Islamic affairs said in a tweet that the preachers in the mosque have been directed to allocate the next Friday sermon to warn people about the Tablighi Jamaat.

The Saudi government has banned Tablighi Jamaat, a Sunni Islamic movement, calling it “one of the gates of terrorism”. The Saudi Ministry of Islamic affairs said in a tweet that the preachers in the mosque have been directed to allocate the next Friday sermon to warn people about the Tablighi Jamaat. “Declaration of the misguidance, deviation and danger of this group, and that it is one of the gates of terrorism, even if they claim otherwise; Mention their most prominent mistakes,” it said. “Mention their danger to society; Statement that affiliation with partisan groups, including (the Tablighi and Da’wah Group) is prohibited in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” the ministry added. His Excellency the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dr.#Abdullatif Al_Alsheikh directed the mosques' preachers and the mosques that held Friday prayer temporary to allocate the next Friday sermon 5/6/1443 H to warn against (the Tablighi and Da’wah group) which is called (Al Ahbab) — Ministry of Islamic Affairs 🇸🇦 (@Saudi_MoiaEN) December 6, 2021 × Originated in India in 1926, Tablighi Jamaat (Society for Spreading Faith) is a Sunni Islamic missionary movement that urges Muslims to return to a pure form of Sunni Islam and be religiously observant, especially with respect to dressing, personal behaviour, and rituals. Also read | 35 foreign Tablighi Jamaat attendees move sessions court against framing of charges order It is estimated to have somewhere between 350 to 400 million members across the globe. They collectively claim that their focus is only on religion and strictly avoid political activities and debates. Watch United States Institute of Peace has described Tablighi Jamaat as an “Islamic revivalist organization” noting that the group “has appeared on the fringes of several terrorism investigations, leading some to speculate that its apolitical stance simply masks ‘fertile ground for breeding terrorism’ in nations such as UK, France and America. Also read | Tablighi Jamaat case: 108 foreigners, 69 other attendees quarantined in West Bengal In India, the group the severely criticised for organisation a mass gathering in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area during the first wave of Covid pandemic for violating lockdown rules last year. According to Pew Research Centre, Tablighi Jamaat operates roughly in 150 countries around the world, including Western Europe, Africa, and South Asia. In South Asia, the Tablighi Jamaat has a great following, especially in Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Thailand. (With inputs from agencies)

Saudi Arabia bans Tablighi Jamaat, calls it ‘one of the gates of terrorism’

Saudi authorities have carried out their biggest crackdown on camel beauty contestants. 40 contestants were disqualified after their owners manipulated their looks with botox injections, hormones, fillers and facelifts. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Saudi festival disqualifies 40 botoxed camels

More than 40 camels have been disqualified from Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Camel Festival, a camel beauty pageant, over the use of Botox and other cosmetic touch-ups.

Over 40 camels disqualified from Saudi Arabia's ‘beauty contest’ over Botox

Over 40 camels were disqualified from a ‘beauty’ pageant after Saudi authorities found that the contestants received Botox injections and other artificial touch-ups, according to the state-run news agency.

In their biggest clam down against artificially enhanced camels, the judges of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival used “specialized and advanced” technology to detect tampering, the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Wednesday.

The month-long camel festival kicked off earlier this month, inviting the breeders of the most beautiful camels to compete in 19 different categories for $66 million in prize money.

Botox injections, facelifts and other cosmetic alterations to make the camels more attractive are strictly prohibited. Jurors decide the winner based on the shape of the camels’ heads, necks, humps, dress and postures.

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This year, the authorities discovered that dozens of breeders had stretched out the lips and noses of camels, used hormones to boost the beasts’ muscles, injected camels’ heads and lips with Botox to make them bigger, inflated the body parts with rubber bands, and used fillers to relax their faces.

“The club is keen to halt all acts of tampering and deception in the beautification of camels,” the SPA report said, adding organisers would “impose strict penalties on manipulators”.

The camel beauty contest is at the heart of the massive carnival, which also features camel races, sales and other festivities typically showcasing thousands of dromedaries.

The camel festival sees the participation of camel owners from the Gulf, the US, France, Russia and the Kingdom, according to SPA.

(With inputs from agencies)

Over 40 camels were disqualified from a ‘beauty’ pageant after Saudi authorities found that the contestants received Botox injections and other artificial touch-ups, according to the state-run news agency.

Over 40 camels were disqualified from a ‘beauty’ pageant after Saudi authorities found that the contestants received Botox injections and other artificial touch-ups, according to the state-run news agency. In their biggest clam down against artificially enhanced camels, the judges of the King Abdulaziz Camel Festival used “specialized and advanced” technology to detect tampering, the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Wednesday. The month-long camel festival kicked off earlier this month, inviting the breeders of the most beautiful camels to compete in 19 different categories for $66 million in prize money. Botox injections, facelifts and other cosmetic alterations to make the camels more attractive are strictly prohibited. Jurors decide the winner based on the shape of the camels’ heads, necks, humps, dress and postures. Watch | Gravitas: Saudi festival disqualifies 40 botoxed camels This year, the authorities discovered that dozens of breeders had stretched out the lips and noses of camels, used hormones to boost the beasts’ muscles, injected camels’ heads and lips with Botox to make them bigger, inflated the body parts with rubber bands, and used fillers to relax their faces. “The club is keen to halt all acts of tampering and deception in the beautification of camels,” the SPA report said, adding organisers would “impose strict penalties on manipulators”. The camel beauty contest is at the heart of the massive carnival, which also features camel races, sales and other festivities typically showcasing thousands of dromedaries. The camel festival sees the participation of camel owners from the Gulf, the US, France, Russia and the Kingdom, according to SPA. (With inputs from agencies)

Over 40 camels barred from Saudi ‘beauty’ pageant over use of Botox, touch-ups

Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman is slated to visit 5 Gulf states ahead of this month's GCC meeting. Is MBS wary of the UAE's rising diplomatic clout? What explains the Saudi-UAE soft rivalry? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: MBS embarks on whirlwind Gulf tour

A proposal in the US Senate that would have prevented $650 million in military sales to Saudi Arabia was defeated.

The motion was rejected in the Senate on Tuesday night by a vote of 30-67.

Saudi Arabia has received 280 medium-range air-to-air missiles from the United States, which will be used to protect against attacks such as Houthi explosive-equipped drones.&nbsp;

It was the latest squabble in Congress over weapons shipments to the country. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-targets-huthi-rebels-in-yemen-after-ballistic-missile-attack-434938">Also read | Saudi Arabia targets Huthi rebels in Yemen after ballistic missile attack</a>

Saudi Arabia has been a longtime ally of the United States, but resentment has grown over civilian casualties in the Saudi-led war in Yemen and the assassination of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi operatives.

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Iran-backed Huthi rebels control much of northern Yemen, including the capital Sanaa, which they seized in 2014.

A year later, a Saudi-led coalition entered in Yemen to support the government in a conflict that has killed tens of thousands of people and displaced millions.&nbsp;

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A proposal in the US Senate that would have prevented $650 million in military sales to Saudi Arabia was defeated. The motion was rejected in the Senate on Tuesday night by a vote of 30-67.

A proposal in the US Senate that would have prevented $650 million in military sales to Saudi Arabia was defeated. The motion was rejected in the Senate on Tuesday night by a vote of 30-67. Saudi Arabia has received 280 medium-range air-to-air missiles from the United States, which will be used to protect against attacks such as Houthi explosive-equipped drones. It was the latest squabble in Congress over weapons shipments to the country. Also read | Saudi Arabia targets Huthi rebels in Yemen after ballistic missile attack Saudi Arabia has been a longtime ally of the United States, but resentment has grown over civilian casualties in the Saudi-led war in Yemen and the assassination of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi operatives. Saudi Arabia will receive $650 million worth of weapons as part of the arms agreement. Almost 600 Raytheon missile launchers and nearly 300 air-to-air missiles, as well as spare parts and maintenance assistance, are included in the arms package. × Watch | Yemen: Saudi-led coalition launches airstrikes, Yemen locked in downward spiral Iran-backed Huthi rebels control much of northern Yemen, including the capital Sanaa, which they seized in 2014. A year later, a Saudi-led coalition entered in Yemen to support the government in a conflict that has killed tens of thousands of people and displaced millions. (With inputs from agencies)

US Senate votes down resolution to block $650 million in missile sales to Saudi Arabia

French police officials detain a man suspected in the assassination of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi. Meanwhile, the Saudi embassy refutes the detained man's involvement and has demanded immediate release.

French police arrests possible suspect in the murder of Jamal Khashoggi

Justin Bieber performed in front of a packed audience on Sunday night in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Several human rights activists had appealed to the pop star to cancel his performance at the Formula One race but the pop star went ahead with his scheduled performance.&nbsp;

The singer was asked to boycott his performance in Saudi Arabia as a mark of protest over the kingdom's arrests and crackdown of its critics.&nbsp;

Bieber's model wife, Hailey Baldwin Bieber, posted a supportive video on Instagram of him on stage, with the words, "Go Baby."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/justin-bieber-urged-to-cancel-performance-in-saudi-arabia-by-jamal-khashoggis-fiancee-431203" hreflang="en">Justin Bieber urged to cancel performance in Saudi Arabia by Jamal Khashoggi's fiancee&nbsp;</a> 
 
Other videos on social media showed Bieber on stage solo, wearing a coordinated red outfit. Pop and R&amp;B singer Jason Derulo also performed at the same event with backup female dancers in sweatpants and baggy tops. 
 
The performance would have been unthinkable in the country just a few years ago where the society is considered to be ultraconservative and strict norms prevailed. Concerts were banned and unmarried men and women were segregated in public spaces.&nbsp; 
 
While the changes have been brought by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince has also been criticised by human rights activists over the kingdom's treatment towards its critics. The activities have called on celebrities to boycott the kingdom- saying such events are aimed at diverting attention from the country's human rights record.&nbsp; 
 
Bieber was the biggest name to take the stage as part of Saudi Arabia’s Grand Prix this year.&nbsp;

The Canadian singer had faced severe public pressure for weeks before his performance as many called for him to cancel the show. The fiancee of slain journalist Jamal Khashoggi had even written an open letter urging the singer to not perform in Saudi Arabia.&nbsp; 
 
The letter published by The Washington Post, Hatice Cengiz had urged the megastar to cancel his performance to "send a powerful message to the world that your name and talent will not be used to restore the reputation of a regime that kills its critics."&nbsp;

Justin Bieber performed in front of a packed audience on Sunday night in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Several human rights activists had appealed to the pop star to cancel his performance at the Formula One race but the pop star went ahead with his scheduled performance.

Justin Bieber performed in front of a packed audience on Sunday night in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Several human rights activists had appealed to the pop star to cancel his performance at the Formula One race but the pop star went ahead with his scheduled performance. The singer was asked to boycott his performance in Saudi Arabia as a mark of protest over the kingdom's arrests and crackdown of its critics. Bieber's model wife, Hailey Baldwin Bieber, posted a supportive video on Instagram of him on stage, with the words, "Go Baby." Justin Bieber urged to cancel performance in Saudi Arabia by Jamal Khashoggi's fiancee Other videos on social media showed Bieber on stage solo, wearing a coordinated red outfit. Pop and R&B singer Jason Derulo also performed at the same event with backup female dancers in sweatpants and baggy tops. The performance would have been unthinkable in the country just a few years ago where the society is considered to be ultraconservative and strict norms prevailed. Concerts were banned and unmarried men and women were segregated in public spaces. While the changes have been brought by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince has also been criticised by human rights activists over the kingdom's treatment towards its critics. The activities have called on celebrities to boycott the kingdom- saying such events are aimed at diverting attention from the country's human rights record. Bieber was the biggest name to take the stage as part of Saudi Arabia’s Grand Prix this year. The Canadian singer had faced severe public pressure for weeks before his performance as many called for him to cancel the show. The fiancee of slain journalist Jamal Khashoggi had even written an open letter urging the singer to not perform in Saudi Arabia. The letter published by The Washington Post, Hatice Cengiz had urged the megastar to cancel his performance to "send a powerful message to the world that your name and talent will not be used to restore the reputation of a regime that kills its critics."

Justin Bieber performs in Saudi Arabia despite pressure to cancel the concert

At a time when Pakistan seems to be under intense international pressure after a Sri Lankan national was lynched by a mob, the country seems to have heaved a sigh of relief on getting $3 billion loan from Saudi Arabia. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Riyadh has again come to Islamabad’s rescue as the loan will alleviate some financial woes. Pakistan has received the loan, which is a part of an economic support package, the prime minister's finance adviser said on Saturday. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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The nation has been reeling under numerous economic challenges, which seem to be growing unabated.&nbsp;The country is witnessing sliding forex reserves, high inflation, widening current account deficit and depreciating currency. &nbsp;&nbsp;

According to the central bank data, total liquid foreign reserves of the country stand at $22,498.8 million. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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In a tweet, Shaukat Tarin, finance adviser to Pakistan's prime minister Imran Khan, said, "I want to thank His Excellency Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the kind gesture." &nbsp;&nbsp;

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The loan has been given for a year at an interest rate of 4% under the terms of the package, which was signed last month. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Saad Hashemy, executive director, BMA Capital, said, "This is positive news ... and will help bolster both the foreign exchange reserves and sentiments in the forex market." &nbsp;&nbsp;

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At a time when Pakistan seems to be under intense international pressure after a Sri Lankan national was lynched by a mob, the country seems to have heaved a sigh of relief on getting $3 billion loan from Saudi Arabia.

At a time when Pakistan seems to be under intense international pressure after a Sri Lankan national was lynched by a mob, the country seems to have heaved a sigh of relief on getting $3 billion loan from Saudi Arabia. Riyadh has again come to Islamabad’s rescue as the loan will alleviate some financial woes. Pakistan has received the loan, which is a part of an economic support package, the prime minister's finance adviser said on Saturday. Also Read: Makeshift memorial honours slain Lankan factory manager in Pakistan The nation has been reeling under numerous economic challenges, which seem to be growing unabated. The country is witnessing sliding forex reserves, high inflation, widening current account deficit and depreciating currency. According to the central bank data, total liquid foreign reserves of the country stand at $22,498.8 million. Good news, US$3 billion Saudi deposit received by SBP. I want to thank His Excellency Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the kind gesture. — Shaukat Tarin (@shaukat_tarin) December 4, 2021 × In a tweet, Shaukat Tarin, finance adviser to Pakistan's prime minister Imran Khan, said, "I want to thank His Excellency Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the kind gesture." Also Read: Sri Lankan Parliament, PM condemn brutal lynching of Lankan man in Pakistan The loan has been given for a year at an interest rate of 4% under the terms of the package, which was signed last month. Saad Hashemy, executive director, BMA Capital, said, "This is positive news ... and will help bolster both the foreign exchange reserves and sentiments in the forex market." (With inputs from agencies)

Under intense pressure, Pakistan heaves a sigh of relief on getting $3 billion loan from Saudi Arabia

If reports are to be believed, foreign Umrah pilgrims in Saudi Arabia can extend their duration of stay to 30 days. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Ministry of Hajj and Umrah seems to have announced the new directive. Earlier, the foreign Umrah pilgrims were allowed to stay for 10 days only, a report by the Saudi Gazette said. &nbsp;

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"Before the travel ban following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, foreign pilgrims were allowed to stay up to 30 days in Saudi Arabia. When the temporary ban on Umrah pilgrims was lifted and the service resumed on November 1, foreign pilgrims were allowed a 10-day stay in the kingdom," the report said. &nbsp;

Earlier, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia had announced that the kingdom has decided to accept foreign pilgrims, who want to perform Umrah in the Grand Mosque of Makkah under the updated coronavirus-related restrictions. &nbsp; &nbsp;

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In a statement on Twitter, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah had shared the requirements of vaccination for Umrah pilgrims, who will be "coming from abroad". It has also shared the list of the jabs approved by the Saudi Arabia. &nbsp; &nbsp;

The list says that the pilgrims must have got two shots of Oxford AstraZeneca, Comirnaty, Pfizer/BioNtech, SK Bioscience, Vaxzevria, Covishield, Moderna or Spikevax or one dose of Johnson &amp; Johnson. &nbsp; &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

If reports are to be believed, foreign Umrah pilgrims in Saudi Arabia can extend their duration of stay to 30 days. Ministry of Hajj and Umrah seems to have announced the new directive.

If reports are to be believed, foreign Umrah pilgrims in Saudi Arabia can extend their duration of stay to 30 days. Ministry of Hajj and Umrah seems to have announced the new directive. Earlier, the foreign Umrah pilgrims were allowed to stay for 10 days only, a report by the Saudi Gazette said. Also Read | Omicron scare: New York records 5 cases, bringing number of new variant cases in US to eight "Before the travel ban following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, foreign pilgrims were allowed to stay up to 30 days in Saudi Arabia. When the temporary ban on Umrah pilgrims was lifted and the service resumed on November 1, foreign pilgrims were allowed a 10-day stay in the kingdom," the report said. Earlier, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia had announced that the kingdom has decided to accept foreign pilgrims, who want to perform Umrah in the Grand Mosque of Makkah under the updated coronavirus-related restrictions. Also Read: With Omicron, reinfection is three times more likely: South African health body In a statement on Twitter, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah had shared the requirements of vaccination for Umrah pilgrims, who will be "coming from abroad". It has also shared the list of the jabs approved by the Saudi Arabia. The list says that the pilgrims must have got two shots of Oxford AstraZeneca, Comirnaty, Pfizer/BioNtech, SK Bioscience, Vaxzevria, Covishield, Moderna or Spikevax or one dose of Johnson & Johnson. (With inputs from agencies)

Now, foreign Umrah pilgrims can stay up to 30 days in Saudi Arabia, says report

As the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan continues, Saudi Arabian govt has called for an urgent meeting of the organisation of the Islamic cooperation to address the matter. The Saudi govt reiterated that millions of Afghans face worsening crisis this winter and are in need of assistance.

Ahead of winters, Saudi Arabia calls for OIC meeting to address Afghan humanitarian crisis

The Saudi Arabian government has called for an extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.

Saudi Press Agency reported that Saudi officials have reiterated on Monday that millions of Afghans face a deteriorating humanitarian crisis this winter and are in need of assistance and aid.

the country further mentioned that it anticipates peace disruption and national as well as global instability if the humanitarian crisis continues to deepen and deteriorate in Afghanistan.

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The Pakistani government has offered to host the meeting on December 17 in its capital, Islamabad.

"We have also offered to host the meeting, in Islamabad, on 17 December 2021. We are confident that the OIC Member States will endorse this offer," said Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi.

Saudi Arabia also stated that if the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan continues to deepen and deteriorate, it anticipates disruption of peace in the country and worldwide instability.

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"The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as Chair of the Islamic Summit, and in line with relevant OIC decisions on&nbsp;Afghanistan, called upon the OIC to, urgently, convene an Extraordinary Ministerial Meeting to discuss the humanitarian situation in the country and pathways for an urgent humanitarian response," reported TOLOnews citing local press agency sources.

The Saudi Arabian government insists that member countries and international organizations attend the said meeting to put an end to the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan as well as to ensure regional and international peace.

Watch |&nbsp;World Bank works to redirect frozen funds to Afghanistan for humanitarian aid only

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The humanitarian crisis and a complete economic collapse have been plaguing Afghanistan and its people since the Taliban took over the country.&nbsp;

According to the United Nations, around 22 million Afghans, or more than half of the country, will experience a severe food shortage this winter as a result of drought caused by global warming and an economic crisis aggravated by the Taliban's takeover.

The financial crisis worsened when Washington froze about $10 billion of Afghanistan's reserves and further deteriorated when the World Bank and &nbsp;International Monetary Fund blocked Afghanistan's access to funding.

The Saudi Arabian government has called for an extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.

The Saudi Arabian government has called for an extraordinary meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. Saudi Press Agency reported that Saudi officials have reiterated on Monday that millions of Afghans face a deteriorating humanitarian crisis this winter and are in need of assistance and aid. the country further mentioned that it anticipates peace disruption and national as well as global instability if the humanitarian crisis continues to deepen and deteriorate in Afghanistan. Also read | Humanitarian aid may be released to Afghanistan by the World Bank: Reports The Pakistani government has offered to host the meeting on December 17 in its capital, Islamabad. "We have also offered to host the meeting, in Islamabad, on 17 December 2021. We are confident that the OIC Member States will endorse this offer," said Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi. Saudi Arabia also stated that if the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan continues to deepen and deteriorate, it anticipates disruption of peace in the country and worldwide instability. Also read | Taliban demolished ancient Buddha statues and now charge tourists $5 to watch empty holes "The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as Chair of the Islamic Summit, and in line with relevant OIC decisions on Afghanistan, called upon the OIC to, urgently, convene an Extraordinary Ministerial Meeting to discuss the humanitarian situation in the country and pathways for an urgent humanitarian response," reported TOLOnews citing local press agency sources. The Saudi Arabian government insists that member countries and international organizations attend the said meeting to put an end to the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan as well as to ensure regional and international peace. Watch | World Bank works to redirect frozen funds to Afghanistan for humanitarian aid only The humanitarian crisis and a complete economic collapse have been plaguing Afghanistan and its people since the Taliban took over the country. According to the United Nations, around 22 million Afghans, or more than half of the country, will experience a severe food shortage this winter as a result of drought caused by global warming and an economic crisis aggravated by the Taliban's takeover. The financial crisis worsened when Washington froze about $10 billion of Afghanistan's reserves and further deteriorated when the World Bank and International Monetary Fund blocked Afghanistan's access to funding.

Ahead of winters, Saudi Arabia calls for OIC meeting to address Afghanistan humanitarian crisis

In a welcome move, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia has announced on Sunday that the kingdom has decided to accept foreign pilgrims, who want to perform Umrah in the Grand Mosque of Makkah under the updated coronavirus-related restrictions. &nbsp;

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In a statement on Twitter, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has shared the requirements of vaccination for Umrah pilgrims, who will be "coming from abroad". It has also shared the list of the jabs approved by the Saudi Arabia. &nbsp;

As per the new directive, the pilgrims, who are travelling to Saudi Arabia on Umrah visa and have been inoculated with any vaccine approved by the kingdom will get to perform Umrah immediately.&nbsp;They will not have to go into quarantine upon arrival. &nbsp;

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The pilgrims, who are travelling on Umrah visas and have been inoculated with any of the vaccines approved by the World Health Organisation, will have to go undergo quarantine for three days on the arrival. &nbsp;

At the end of the quarantine, the pilgrims would have to also submit a negative report of the PCR test, which should have been taken 48 hours after the arrival. &nbsp;

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The list says that the pilgrims must have got two shots of Oxford AstraZeneca, Comirnaty, Pfizer/BioNtech, SK Bioscience, Vaxzevria, Covishield, Moderna or Spikevax or one dose of Johnson &amp; Johnson. &nbsp;

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In a welcome move, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia has announced on Sunday that the kingdom has decided to accept foreign pilgrims, who want to perform Umrah in the Grand Mosque of Makkah under the updated coronavirus-related restrictions.

In a welcome move, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia has announced on Sunday that the kingdom has decided to accept foreign pilgrims, who want to perform Umrah in the Grand Mosque of Makkah under the updated coronavirus-related restrictions. Also Read: Canada confirms 'Omicron' infections as US' Fauci warns two weeks needed to study new strain In a statement on Twitter, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has shared the requirements of vaccination for Umrah pilgrims, who will be "coming from abroad". It has also shared the list of the jabs approved by the Saudi Arabia. As per the new directive, the pilgrims, who are travelling to Saudi Arabia on Umrah visa and have been inoculated with any vaccine approved by the kingdom will get to perform Umrah immediately. They will not have to go into quarantine upon arrival. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has updated its Vaccination Requirements for Umrah Pilgrims coming from abroad pic.twitter.com/8cIqJJxwho — Haramain Sharifain (@hsharifain) November 28, 2021 × The pilgrims, who are travelling on Umrah visas and have been inoculated with any of the vaccines approved by the World Health Organisation, will have to go undergo quarantine for three days on the arrival. At the end of the quarantine, the pilgrims would have to also submit a negative report of the PCR test, which should have been taken 48 hours after the arrival. Also Read: World in 'race against time' to tackle Omicron Covid variant, says EU chief The list says that the pilgrims must have got two shots of Oxford AstraZeneca, Comirnaty, Pfizer/BioNtech, SK Bioscience, Vaxzevria, Covishield, Moderna or Spikevax or one dose of Johnson & Johnson. (With inputs from agencies)

Finally, inoculated foreign pilgrims can perform Umrah in Saudi Arabia  

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