Monday, March 2, 2026

Watch: Saudi Aramco oil refinery, one of the Middle East’s largest hubs, hit by Iranian drone March 1, 2026 at 10:21PM

Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura refinery facility was struck by a drone, leading to its shutdown and exacerbating global supply concerns. This incident follows attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, nearly halting oil shipments. The drone strike is part of a wider regional escalation, with other Gulf states also targeted, shocking officials with the intensity of Iran's response

US-Israel attack Iran: Saudi capital Riyadh becomes evacuation hub for wealthy individuals March 1, 2026 at 10:19PM

Riyadh has become a crucial evacuation hub for wealthy individuals and executives as missile and drone attacks disrupt previously secure Gulf cities. With limited alternatives, the Saudi capital's open airspace and operating airport offer the most viable departure point for those seeking to leave the region.