Saudi enhances security on both southern, northern borders
ABU DHABI — Saudi Arabia has launched an effort to improve border security. King Abdullah ordered the government to enhance security along the more than 6,000 kilometers of Saudi (more…)
Report urges Aegis destroyers with anti-ballistic missiles for Saudis
WASHINGTON — The Saudi Royal Navy Forces must acquire ballistic missile defense platforms, a report said. The Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs has urged Saudi Arabia to (more…)
U.S. expands and improves 5th Fleet headquarters in Bahrain
WASHINGTON — The United States continues to enhance its naval command in Bahrain. The Defense Department has been awarding contracts for the expansion and enhancement of the headquarters of (more…)
Bahrain credits training for significant reduction in Shi’ite attacks
ABU DHABI — Bahrain has reported a drop in attacks that stem from the Shi’ite revolt. Officials said police and security forces have helped reduce Shi’ite attacks in the (more…)
Saudis report sharp increase in crime amid alert for Al Qaida attack
ABU DHABI — Saudi Arabia has acknowledged a soaring crime rate. The Saudi Justice Ministry reported that crime increased by 102 percent in 2013. The ministry cited 22,113 cases (more…)
United Arab Emirates passes bill said to target Brotherhood
ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates has advanced legislation meant to destroy the presence of the Muslim Brotherhood. The Federal National Council has approved a bill that would (more…)
Jordan deploys security expertise to strengthen ties with Gulf states
ABU DHABI — Bahrain has been improving security cooperation with Jordan. Officials said Bahrain was discussing a range of proposed security projects with the Hashemite kingdom. They said the (more…)
Saudis deploy 2,000 troops, three helicopter squadrons near Iraq
ABU DHABI — Saudi Arabia has sent attack helicopters and established a command and control center along the border with Iraq. Officials said the Defense Ministry and the National (more…)
Lebanon-Saudi meetings review tangled military cooperation
ABU DHABI — Lebanon and Saudi Arabia have renewed efforts to intensify military cooperation. Officials said the two countries have resumed high-level efforts to help build the Lebanese military. (more…)