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More Airstrikes in Saudi Arabia as Soldiers Said to be Captured by Houthis
- September 22,2015
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- SUSTG Team
Two Saudi soldiers fighting with the Arab coalition in Yemen have been detained by Houthi rebels and three others are missing as Saudi airstrikes continue to pound targets across the war-torn country today. The two Saudi soldiers were on the ground in Yemen and “are detainees and not hostages,” according to Brig. Gen. Ahmed Asseri of […]
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2015 C3 US-Arab Business Summit – New York City
- September 18,2015
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- SUSTG Team
In collaboration with the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and C3 International, the C3US-Arab Business Summit will take place on Monday, October 19, 2015, in New York City at the Union League Club. The summit will focus on “Cyber Security, Smart Cities, and Bilateral Prosperity.” Save the date and register now […]
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Key Backing of Iran Deal by Saudi King Salman Could Further Boost U.S.-Saudi Military Ties
- September 11,2015
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- Lucien Zeigler
Following King Salman’s personal and public support for the P5+1 deal with Iran at the White House last week, the United States and Saudi Arabia have overcome one of the largest bi-lateral diplomatic hurdles in decades. The strong support follows months of salesmanship by the Obama administration and paves the way for continued military and […]
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Boeing, Saudi Companies to Form New Joint Venture for Helicopter Service
- August 28,2015
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- SUSTG Team
Boeing and its Saudi partners are forming a maintenance, repair and overhaul company for commercial and military helicopters in Saudi Arabia, according to reports. Boeing has signed the agreement with Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries (SAEI) and Alsalam Aircraft Company to create the Saudi Rotorcraft Support Center in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The joint venture will have locations […]
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King Salman’s Visit to United States Follows Years of U.S.-Saudi Bi-Lateral Diplomacy
- August 27,2015
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- SUSTG Team
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman is set to meet with President Obama on September 4, 2015, the first visit by a Saudi head of state since King Abdullah in September of 2010. This is the second time President Obama and King Salman will meet in person this year and follows a busy 2015 for bi-lateral meetings between the […]
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Saudi-led coalition pounds key Yemen port as violence escalates on both sides of the border
- August 18,2015
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- SUSTG Team
Saudi-led coalition warplanes pounded a key supply city for the Houthi forces in Yemen as the Hadi-backed fighters continue to rely on recently introduced military equipment to make gains in the ongoing conflict. Warplanes hit the Houthi-controlled Red Sea port of Hodeida on Tuesday, destroying cranes and warehouses in the main entry point for aid supplies […]
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‘ISIS Offshoot’ Claims Responsibility for Terrorist Attack in Asir as Images Emerge of Aftermath
- August 7,2015
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- SUSTG Team
An alleged new branch of ISIS in Saudi Arabia has claimed responsibility for an attack that targeted a mosque used by police special forces in the kingdom’s southwest, according to latest reports. The suicide bomber attacked a mosque inside a local security force headquarters in Abha, the capital of Saudi Arabia’s south western province of Asir, […]
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Blast Hits Mosque in Asir Province, at Least 13 Confirmed Dead in Third Major Mosque Attack in 2015
- August 6,2015
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- SUSTG Team
A suicide bomber attacked a mosque inside a local security force headquarters in Abha, the capital of Asir province near the Yemeni border. The Guardian reports that, “Ten members of emergency services and three mosque workers killed when a bomber detonated vest during noon prayers in Asir.” The attack is the third such attack in Saudi Arabia […]
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In Egypt, Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Signs ‘Declaration of Cairo’ as Ties Strengthen
- July 31,2015
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- SUSTG Team
Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Egypt’s President Sisi signed the “Declaration of Cairo,” a document said to “reinforce the strategic alliance between Egypt and Saudi Arabia,” according to reports. The pact aimed at boosting military and economic ties between the two Arab allies “stressed the need to exert all efforts to boost security […]
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U.S. State Department OKs Sale of 600 Patriot Missiles, Ammunition and Arms to Saudi Arabia
- July 30,2015
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- SUSTG Team
The U.S. State Department today approved the sale of 600 patriot missiles to Saudi Arabia at a cost of $5.3 billion, according to reports. The additional additional PAC-3 missiles for Saudi Arabia will be built by Lockheed Martin Corp. “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has requested a possible sale of six hundred (600) Patriot Advanced Capability-3 […]
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Yemen Civil WarSaudi-Brokered Deal Defuses Tensions in Yemen’s South, but Security Challenges Linger
The Saudi-brokered bargain, referred to as the Riyadh agreement, is a significant breakthrough that, if successful, will prevent the fragmentation of the country and avert a new civil war.
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LebanonU.S. withholding $105 million in security aid for Lebanon – sources
The officials did not say why the aid was blocked. One of the sources said the State Department did not give Congress a reason for the decision.
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IraqIraqi security forces open fire on protesters, kill 14
Iraqi security forces killed at least 14 people in the Shi’ite holy city of Kerbala overnight after opening fire on protesters, medical and security sources said, in a return to tactics denounced by the government’s own internal inquiry.
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Global Oil MarketsSaudi Arabia, U.S. to cooperate on security of global energy supply: Saudi press
The two discussed oil markets, the role of OPEC and oil-producing countries outside the organization in coordinating oil production, achieving stability in oil markets and threats against oil facilities in the Gulf, SPA said.
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Cyber Security ForumSaudi Arabia to Host Global Cybersecurity Forum in February
The two-day forum will bring together a range of decision-makers and experts from government, business and academia, as well as investors and representatives of international organizations to address cyber opportunities, challenges, threats and risks, said the NCA.
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Security and Defense ConferenceSaudi-GCC Chiefs of Staff and a host of friendly countries hold Security and Defense Conference
The Security and Defense Conference of the Chiefs of Staff of the Gulf Cooperation Council States and a number of friendly countries including Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Jordan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Korea, United Kingdom and United States was held here today.
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Israel in the RegionSenior Israeli official attends Bahrain security meeting focusing on Iran
The maritime workshop being held in Manama stems from a Middle East conference held in Warsaw in February that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the time called a “historical turning point” for an alliance against Tehran.
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Energy SecurityU.S., Saudis Heighten Security Defenses After Attacks on Oil Industry
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have stepped up efforts to protect the kingdom’s oil production, holding talks on connecting Saudi missile defenses to U.S. systems and investigating new antidrone technologies, after an attack last month knocked out half of the country’s crude production.
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IranIran’s National Security Debate: Implications for Future U.S.-Iran Negotiations
Despite significant limits on acceptable speech in Iran, national and elite debates can be vigorous. They often include voices from across the political spectrum of opinions permitted by the regime. Domestic debates on key issues play a critical role in framing, molding, and selling foreign and security policies.
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Turkey in the RegionU.N. Security Council to discuss Syria on Thursday after Turkey takes military action: diplomats
The discussion of the situation in Syria by the 15-member Security Council was requested by the five European members, Britain, France, Germany, Belgium and Poland, diplomats said.
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