Saudi journalist, dissident, editor, columnist
A Paris investigating judge will examine JR complaints that Mohammed bin Salman was involved in torture and enforced disappearance in Jamal Khashoggi's 2018 killing. The Paris Court of Appeal has allowed the civil-complaint process to proceed against the Saudi crown prince, though no charges have been filed.
Israeli defense firms have pivoted from film sets to military drone components, driving sales toward a record near $15 billion in 2024 and expanding international orders despite criticism of Israel’s wars. Massivit’s 3D-printed drone parts illustrate a broader shift in defense manufacturing amid global demand for missiles, rockets and air-defense systems.
Tensions escalate between Washington and Riyadh after Saudi Arabia blocks U.S. use of its bases and airspace for Project Freedom, prompting a rethink of the U.S. Gulf military footprint even as officials insist the partnership remains strong.
Canada’s Mark Carney has arrived in Saudi Arabia to deepen economic ties, with a focus on mining, energy cooperation, and investment in AI and skills development. The visit follows a 2023 diplomatic reset and precedes a signing ceremony for commercial agreements worth over CAD 1 billion.