Class oppression in Saudi Arabia
Saad Yaqub details instances of class oppression in Saudi Arabia, from the exploitation of migrant workers to the destruction of working-class neighbourhoods
Saudi Arabia expels Lebanese ambassador over minister’s Yemen comments
The government of Saudi Arabia have expelled the Lebanese ambassador to their country, following comments made by a Lebanese politician on Saudi Arabia’s role in the war in Yemen. Ambassador Fawzi Kabbara was given 48 hours to leave the country, following backlash to comments by Lebanon’s Information Minister, George Kordahi. Mr Kordahi caused controversy when he argued the war in Yemen was “pointless and should stop”
Saudi state takes over Newcastle United
The initial reaction to the move has been one of joy and relief from fans of the club, who have long suffered from parasitic owners producing bad results, but although the takeover may produce good results for Newcastle on the pitch, off of it there are much more nefarious intentions at play.
Israeli-made software used to spy on journalists and politicians worldwide
The malware allows the perpetrator to infect mobile phones without the knowledge or consent of their user and can subsequently access the entirety of their data including their messages, phone calls, microphone, camera, location and more.
U.S. finds Saudi Prince culpable of Khashoggi killing – slap on the wrist ensues
Due to the monopoly on political power held by the Saudi monarchy, with the Prince acting as its de-facto leader, it is unquestionable that he had ordered, or had concrete knowledge of Khashoggi’s killing as it happened.
Saudi Pilots conduct test-bombings at RAF bases in Britain
The Ministry of Defence has revealed that Saudi pilots have undergone test-bombings at British ‘air weapon ranges’ in cooperation with the RAF.
Ministry of Defence blacklists media outlets that criticise the British Military
The arrest of former Lance Corporal Ahmed Al-Batati by military police on Monday 24th August for protesting outside Downing Street against the British government’s sale of arms to the Saudis for their invasion in Yemen was a clear enough indicator as to how the British government and the Ministry of Defence in particular view anyone attempting to speak out against any wrongdoings.
End the humanitarian catastrophe for the people of Yemen
Andrew Gibson explores the crisis unfolding in Yemen, the role of the West, and what can be done to help.
