The AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 has been postponed by nearly a year following regional attacks and travel disruptions. The tournament will now take place from December 23, 2027, to January 21, 2028, subject to FIFA approval.
Air India and Air India Express have suspended flights to and from Riyadh until October 10 amid security concerns after the Houthis claimed a missile attack on the Saudi capital’s airport. Affected passengers can check rescheduling and refund options with their airlines.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye have begun implementing the Makkah Alliance for Defense, agreeing to provide military forces and capabilities for rapid deployment in Saudi Arabia amid escalating Houthi attacks.
The recent attacks by Houthis on Saudi Arabia show that the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement is largely symbolic and that Pakistan is unlikely to fight for Saudi Arabia. On August 7, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement. Under the pact, an attack on any one country would be considered as.
Aden: Yemeni government forces repelled several attacks by the Houthi group in the oil-rich province of Marib, resulting in the deaths of two soldiers and injuries to multiple others, according to a military official who spoke to Xinhua under condition of anonymity. “Defensive operations were carried out by government forces across various combat zones in.
