Iran reopens its embassy in Saudi Arabia as the Gulf rivals restore ties
The reopened embassy could ease travel between the two countries as they work to resume direct flights, increase trade and restore business ties.
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Saudi Arabia cuts oil production again to shore up prices — this time on its own
OPEC+ countries also agreed to extend oil production cuts they announced in April through the end of 2024, reducing production by more than 1 million barrels per day.
People fleeing Sudan face uncertain futures in Egypt, Saudi Arabia and beyond
In Port Sudan, Jeddah, Aswan and Cairo, people have sought safety from the fighting in Khartoum. After making difficult decisions and journeys, the biggest challenges for many are only beginning.
Syria's embrace, Sudan's conflict and Saudi Arabia's rise define Arab League summit
With Syria's president returning to the fold — despite U.S. resistance — and with Saudi Arabia's recent detente with Iran, this year's Arab League summit reflects a changing region.
Port Sudan is a refuge for foreigners and families trying to escape the fighting
The Sudanese city of Port Sudan has been overwhelmed by people trying to flee the growing conflict in the country and make their way by ship across the Red Sea to the Saudi city of Jeddah.
Saudi officials visit Yemen's capital for talks with rebels
Saudi officials were in Yemen's capital Sunday for talks with the Iran-backed Houthi rebels, as part of international efforts to find a settlement to Yemen's nine-year conflict, officials said.
Top Saudi and Iranian envoys meet in China for a deal that could remake the region
Their highest level public meeting in years was held in China, which brokered an agreement last month.
5 things to know about Saudi Arabia's stunning decision to cut oil production
Oil prices surged after Saudi Arabia and some other oil producers announced they're reducing their oil output. That will send gas prices higher – and benefit energy companies in America.
Saudis, other oil giants announce surprise production cuts
Higher oil prices would help fill Russian President Vladimir Putin's coffers as his country wages war on Ukraine and force Americans and others to pay even more at the pump amid worldwide inflation.
Four takeaways as oil giant Saudi Aramco reports a huge $161 billion profit
The world's biggest oil company has announced it made $161 billion in profits in 2022, a whopping figure for the corporation and its main shareholder, the Saudi government.