New Saudi king promises continuity
King Salman pledges continuity in Saudi Arabia as his predecessor King Abdullah is buried in an unmarked grave following Friday prayers. BBC News – Middle East
King Salman pledges continuity in Saudi Arabia as his predecessor King Abdullah is buried in an unmarked grave following Friday prayers. BBC News – Middle East
Senior officials from 21 countries gather in London to discuss global efforts to tackle the militant group Islamic State in Syria and Iraq. BBC News – Middle East
Shia Houthi rebels in the Yemeni capital Sanaa shell the president’s home in an attack condemned by the UN Security Council. BBC News – Middle East
A ceasefire takes effect in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, after hours of fierce clashes between the Presidential Guard and Shia Houthi rebels, officials say. BBC News – Middle East
The Yemeni president’s chief of staff has been abducted by Shia Houthi rebels in the capital Sanaa, the group says. BBC News – Middle East
The case of a Saudi blogger sentenced to 1,000 lashes has been referred to the Supreme Court by the king’s office, the BBC learns. BBC News – Middle East