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Mehrdad Ghodoussi led a 2021 takeover of Newcastle United with the backing of the Saudi Public Investment Fund and the Reuben family. EPA

'Huge ambitions': Saudi Arabia playing long game at Newcastle, says former owner

Mehrdad Ghodoussi, who led 2021 takeover alongside wife Amanda Staveley, believes PIF has a vision for club and backs boss Eddie Howe to help deliver it

Football

Saudi Arabia to open financial market to all foreign investors

Saudi Arabia raises $11.5 billion from oversubscribed bond sale

Mena consumer packaged goods market to hit $633bn in 2030 as spending grows

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Gulf forces launch joint military exercise in Saudi Arabia

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    Pogacar and UAE Team Emirates target more titles in 2026

  • Mandatory health insurance has already emerged as a critical pillar of healthcare access in several GCC markets. Chris Whiteoak / The National

    CommentIn 2026, 'connected care' will be at the heart of healthcare delivery in the Gulf

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A satellite image shows the Skipper, a Venezuela-related vessel seized by the US on December 10, offshore Texas. Venezuelan heavy crude is widely used in US refineries. EPA

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

Oil market faces more uncertainty as group pauses output

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

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Yemeni Presidential Council members denounce 'unilateral decisions' by chairman

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A fighter from the Southern Transitional Council (STC) in Aden. AFP

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

Coalition warned that any military movements that violate mediation efforts will be dealt with

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US 'concerned' by recent events in southern Yemen

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UAE praises Saudi Arabia's efforts for security in Yemen

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Saudi Arabia says military actions by STC harm stability of Yemen

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Power lines carrying electricity through Egypt. Dana Smillie for The National

Egypt-Saudi Arabia cross‑border power project nears completion

First phase will allow for exchange of 1,500MW, with capacity to double in months

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Saudi Arabia honours Pakistani army chief with King Abdulaziz Medal

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Riyadh airport reports flight cancellations and delays due to operational issues

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Saudi Arabia proposes hosting WTO meeting in 2028

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The World Trade Organisation headquarters in Geneva. Saudi Arabia holds the presidency of the WTO’s general council. Getty Images

Saudi Arabia proposes hosting WTO meeting in 2028

Move demonstrates the kingdom’s commitment to rules-based trade, experts say

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