• Lebanese capital shrouded in smoke as protesters torch tyres and smash shop windows
  
  Small groups of demonstrators gathered in Beirut in an effort to keep the protests going, with storefronts of banks and upmarket retailers in the capital's commercial district smashed in.
  Daily Mail.  Sat, 19 Oct 2019 13:32:19 +0100.
• Lebanon's Nasrallah says he's against government resignation
  
  BEIRUT (AP) - Lebanon's influential Hezbollah leader says he doesn't support the government's resignation amid nationwide protests calling for politicians to step down over a deepening economic crisis. ...
  Washington Times.  Sat, 19 Oct 2019 05:54:05 -0400.
• Lebanon protests: Five things you need to know
  
  Cutting across sects and walks of life, Lebanese have hit the streets demanding an overhaul of government institutions.
  Al Jazeera.  Sat, 19 Oct 2019 09:03:05 GMT.
• Barclays board 'approved' controversial Qatar deal
  
  Barclays' board approved an agreement at the heart of fraud charges against former executives, a court hears.
  BBC News.  Fri, 18 Oct 2019 13:30:03 GMT.
• The Dubai PM, a Chinese billionaire and a betting company: Who are The Everest slot-holders?
  
  The Everest's eclectic mix of 12 slot-holders have engaged in Machiavellian games throughout the concept, but who's making a buck?
  Adam Pengilly.  Sydney Morning Herald.  Fri, 18 Oct 2019 22:00:00 +1100.
• Lebanon paralyzed by nationwide protests over proposed taxes
  
  BEIRUT (AP) - Nationwide protests paralyzed Lebanon on Friday as demonstrators blocked major roads in a second day of rallies against the government's management of a severe economic crisis and proposed new taxes. ...
  Zeina Karam.  Washington Times.  Fri, 18 Oct 2019 05:03:56 -0400.
• Raffles Hotel Singapore Officially Marks Its Iconic Return
  
  Raffles Hotel Singapore, which is owned by Katara Hospitality, global hotel owner, developer and operator based in Qatar; and managed by Accor, is officially celebrating its reopening today. ...
  Hsyndicate.  Fri, 18 Oct 2019 10:53:24 +0200.
• Saudi Arabia bus crash leaves 35 Arab and Asian expatriates dead
  
  The expatriate Arabs and Asians were reportedly travelling from Medina to Mecca for a pilgrimage.
  BBC News.  Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:04:17 GMT.
• Swiss weapons export numbers explode in 2019
  
  Saudi Arabia and Turkey among purchasing countries as Swiss weapons exports increase by more than half in 2019.
  The Local.  Wed, 16 Oct 2019 09:26:23 +0200.
• Wiesberger Completes Italian Job And Tops Race to Dubai
  
  When Bernd Wiesberger left Olgiata GC in 2010 he was ready move up from the Challenge Tour to European Tour. This year he leaves ready to join the world's elite.
  By Matthew Cooper, Contributor.  Forbes.  Sun, 13 Oct 2019 16:40:39 +0000.
• Over 70,000 Visitors, SR2m Falcon Sales on First Day of Riyadh Exhibition
  
  RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 13, 2019 -- The 2nd Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition, which opened in Riyadh on Friday, received more than 70,000 visitors on the first day. ...
  PR Newswire.  Sun, 13 Oct 2019 11:13:00 +0000.
• US Deploys More Forces to Saudi Arabia to Deter Iran
  
  Secretary of Defense Mark Esper says new deployments include two fighter squadrons, additional Patriot missile batteries, a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system and supporting personnel.
  Voice of America.  Fri, 11 Oct 2019 19:04:12 -0400.
• Thousands of US troops deploying to Saudi Arabia: Pentagon
  
  The United States is deploying thousands of additional U.S. forces to Saudi Arabia in the aftermath of the Iran's attack on Saudi oil facilities in September.
  ABC News.  Fri, 11 Oct 2019 14:08:58 -0400.
• Iranian Oil Tanker Struck by Missiles Off Saudi Arabia
  
  Two missiles struck an Iranian tanker traveling through the Red Sea off the coast of Saudi Arabia on Friday, Iranian officials said, the latest incident in the region amid months of heightened tensions between Tehran and the U.S.
  Newsmax.  Fri, 11 Oct 2019 07:07:11 EDT.
• Iran says oil tanker struck by missiles off Saudi Arabian coast
  
  Two missiles struck an Iranian tanker travelling through the Red Sea off the coast of Saudi Arabia on Friday, Iranian officials said, the latest incident in the region amid months of heightened tensions between Tehran and the U.S.
  CBC News.  Fri, 11 Oct 2019 04:12:38 EDT.
• Saudi women allowed to join military in latest ease on restrictions
  
  Following a string of updates to Saudi Arabian laws that loosen restrictions on women, the Middle Eastern country has unveiled another--permission for women to join the military.
  Nicole Darrah.  Fox News.  Thu, 10 Oct 2019 17:45:40 GMT.
• Astronauts return safely to Earth after flight from International Space Station
  
  An American, a Russian and the first astronaut to fly into space from the United Arab Emirates have safely landed after a six-hour flight from the International Space Station.
  Irish Independent.  Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:33:32 +0100.
• Investors Are Back In Saudi Arabia A Year After Khashoggi's Killing
  
  The oil-rich kingdom has poured millions of dollars into a global damage control campaign. While some governments have shunned the country, the Trump administration remains a strong supporter.
  Jackie Northam.  NPR.  Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:41:59 -0400.
• Saudi Arabia Courts Tourists
  
  Saudi Arabia is likely seeking another revenue stream and to repair its tarnished image in the wake of the killing of Jamal Khashoggi.
  Voice of America.  Fri, 27 Sep 2019 05:51:14 -0400.
• ETFs in Focus as Oil Spurts on Rising Middle East Tensions
  
  Allegations surrounding Iran's involvement are increasing geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region. Also, uncertainty about time needed by Saudi Arabia to return to full-capacity production adds to the woes.
  Sweta Jaiswal, Frm.  Zacks.  Mon, 23 Sep 2019 21:52:00 GMT.

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