Recent drone incidents near Saudi Arabia have increased concerns about safety and stability in the region. Saudi authorities said they intercepted three drones that entered their airspace from Iraq, stopping them before they could cause harm. The government warned that it will take strong action against any future violations of its borders. Although a ceasefire [...]
The migrant workers crisis in Saudi Arabia highlights the difficult reality faced by many migrant workers who come hoping for better opportunities. Human rights groups' reports show that workers on major projects like the Riyadh Metro often deal with unfair treatment. Many workers from India, Bangladesh, and Nepal pay high fees to get jobs, which [...]
Corruption in Saudi Arabia is being strongly addressed through recent government action. The Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority, known as Nazaha, carried out a large campaign in April 2026 to investigate wrongdoing in public offices. During this period, officials completed 3,041 inspection rounds across different government bodies. These efforts led to investigations involving 259 individuals and [...]
The use of the death penalty in Saudi Arabia has increased greatly in recent years, raising serious human rights concerns. Since King Salman bin Abdulaziz came to power, along with Mohammed bin Salman, executions have passed 2,000. This rise goes against promises to reduce such punishments and improve human rights. Many executed people were not [...]
Migrant workers in Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, are facing serious challenges during the current regional conflict. Many of them work in important jobs like driving, cleaning, cooking, and helping in hospitals, so daily life can continue. However, their lives have become more difficult and uncertain. Some workers are afraid for their safety because of [...]
Severe flooding in Saudi Arabia has forced authorities to close schools and suspend classes in several regions. Heavy rainfall caused streets and roads to become flooded, especially in areas like Riyadh and Al Ahsa. Water covered roads and made travel difficult for people. Many schools and universities were closed to keep students and teachers safe. [...]
Pakistan recently hosted important talks with regional countries to discuss the ongoing conflict involving Iran and ways to reduce tensions. Officials from countries like Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt met in Islamabad to find peaceful solutions. A key focus of the discussions was the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and gas [...]
In Saudi Arabia, the use of the death penalty has increased sharply in recent years, causing strong concern among human rights groups. In 2025, authorities carried out more than 300 executions, including people accused of nonviolent crimes such as drug offences and peaceful protests. Some of those executed were foreign workers, and at least two [...]
Iran has continued its drone attacks against Saudi Arabia, with a new wave on Monday (March 16, 2026) involving about 63 drones aimed at the Eastern Province and Riyadh. Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed all the drones, adding to more than 230 drones and over 30 missiles already shot down in recent attacks. The [...]
A projectile struck a residential area in Al-Kharj, a city in Saudi Arabia, killing two foreign workers and injuring twelve others. Authorities said the victims were from India and Bangladesh. The attack happened as tensions grew during the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it had [...]