Saudi Arabia’s economy is projected to grow by 4 per cent in 2026, according to International Monetary Fund estimates. Reuters

Saudi Arabia signals easing in bond sales amid cautious approach to spending

Kingdom reveals borrowing plan with $58 billion financing forecast

Economy

Opec+ opts for caution as US takeover of Venezuela oil adds supply risks

Energy

Infighting among Yemen's anti-Houthi forces reaches Mukalla

MENA

UAE urges dialogue as Saudi Arabia declares readiness to host Yemeni talks

Gulf

Middle East IPOs to bounce back in 2026 after slump

Markets

How Ithra is helping shape the future of Saudi cinema beyond blockbusters

Culture

Sudan heads into 2026 with shifting front lines and no end to war in sight

MENA
Mohamad Ali Harisi, The National Foreign Editor

What has UAE’s role in Yemen really been since 2015?

As divisions erupt within Yemen’s leadership, The National examines the UAE’s military and counterterrorism role in the country

MENA

Yemeni Presidential Council members denounce 'unilateral decisions' by chairman

MENA

UAE withdraws remaining counter-terrorism personnel from Yemen

Gulf

Yemen formally asks Saudi-led coalition to counter southern military movements

MENA

US 'concerned' by recent events in southern Yemen

MENA

UAE praises Saudi Arabia's efforts for security in Yemen

MENA

Metallica in the Middle East: Band documents regional tours on YouTube

Music & On-stage
Southern troops patrol during a rally calling for South Yemen’s independence in the southern port city of Aden, on December 25. EPA

US 'concerned' by recent events in southern Yemen

Secretary of State Marco Rubio welcomes Saudi Arabian and Emirati leadership supporting Yemen’s sovereignty and regional security

MENA

UAE praises Saudi Arabia's efforts for security in Yemen

MENA

Metallica in the Middle East: Band documents regional tours on YouTube

Music & On-stage

Saudi Arabia says military actions by STC harm stability of Yemen

Gulf

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