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The Arab League condemned the Houthi attack on Taif Governorate and affirmed its solidarity with Saudi Arabia. The statement followed an announcement by Saudi Civil Defence that a Yemeni resident had died and a Saudi woman and Pakistani resident had been injured after fragments from an intercepted and destroyed drone fell, causing material damage to buildings and vehicles.
Eight teams are preparing to compete in the 2026 Gulf Cup, hosted by Jeddah from 23 September to 6 October 2026. The squads announced by Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Qatar, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates feature a mix of young and experienced players, while Salem Al-Dawsari is absent from Saudi Arabia’s squad.
The US State Department approved a potential military sale to Saudi Arabia estimated at $24.3 billion, including 48 F-35 fighter jets, engines, equipment and related services. The deal was referred to Congress as part of the required procedures before moving forward with its implementation.
Saudi Minister of Information Salman Al-Dosari announced the launch of the Lions Riyadh festival, scheduled to take place at the King Abdullah Financial District from 6 to 8 December 2027. The event will bring together marketing executives, creative leaders, agencies, brands and emerging talent in a programme focused on marketing effectiveness and the future of the creative industries.
The UAE affirmed its solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for measures aimed at protecting its security after the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen announced that Saudi air defences had intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by the Houthis south of Mecca before it entered restricted airspace.
The Saudi-led coalition supporting legitimacy in Yemen said it intercepted a drone that the Houthis had launched toward Mecca before it entered the city’s prohibited airspace on Tuesday evening. The group denied targeting Mecca, saying its operations were directed at oil facilities and military bases, amid Arab and Islamic condemnations of the incident.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced his country's solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for its efforts to protect the security of the Two Holy Mosques after the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen said Saudi air defenses had intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by the Houthis south of Mecca before it entered prohibited airspace.
The Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen said it had intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by the Houthis before it entered Makkah’s restricted airspace, confirming the operation took place south of the city. An Ansar Allah official, meanwhile, described claims that Makkah was targeted as a previously used allegation.
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation declared its solidarity with Saudi Arabia after a drone launched by the Houthi group was intercepted south of Mecca on Tuesday evening. The organisation described targeting holy sites and civilian objects as an act incompatible with Islamic values and international law, affirming its support for Saudi measures to protect the kingdom’s security and sovereignty.
The Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen said ballistic missiles and drones targeted three Saudi cities, injuring 13 civilians, as Saudi Arabia pledged to respond. The attacks coincided with escalating clashes inside Yemen, where the United Nations reported civilian deaths and injuries and the displacement of about 125,000 people since the beginning of September.
Saudi Civil Defense announced that the potential danger had passed in Yanbu, Taif, Jeddah, Abha, Jazan and AlUla after emergency alerts urged residents to follow safety instructions. The warnings came amid an escalation in attacks carried out by the Houthi group against cities and facilities inside the Kingdom.
Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt and Oman condemned attacks targeting the East-West pipeline in the Riyadh and Medina regions, affirming their solidarity with Saudi Arabia. In Iraq, the commander of Maysan Operations was dismissed and an investigation began into the attacks’ launch from the province, as three border crossings with Iran were fully closed.
Morocco’s Youssef En-Nesyri scored twice as Al-Ittihad beat hosts Al-Faisaly 3-1 in the opening match of the seventh round of the Saudi league. Al-Ittihad moved to 17 points after a third consecutive victory, taking temporary sole possession of first place, one point ahead of Al-Qadsiah.
Leading Saudi clubs are strengthening the positions of sporting directors within their administrative structures, appointing Richard Hughes at Al Hilal and specialized officials at Al Nassr, Al Ittihad, Al Qadsiah, Al Shabab and NEOM. The trend reflects a shift from focusing solely on player transfers to managing recruitment, scouting, academies and long-term technical planning.
Al Nassr extended its run to 93 consecutive Saudi Pro League matches in which it has scored after beating Abha 2-1 with a decisive goal from Cristiano Ronaldo. The team needs to score in three more matches to equal Argentine side River Plate’s run of 96 consecutive official matches between 1936 and 1939.
Turki al-Maliki, spokesman for the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen, said the Houthis targeted Khamis Mushait, Abha and Jazan on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, with ballistic missiles and drones. He said the coalition would respond to the attacks in self-defence, without announcing their outcome or any damage toll in the statement.
Saudi Arabia’s Energy Ministry said Houthi attacks on energy facilities in the kingdom’s south caused fires, injured several people and temporarily suspended some operations. The Houthis said they targeted Aramco sites and an air base with ballistic missiles and drones, while oil futures rose following the announcement.
Saudi media personality Ali Al-Ghafili has announced his return to the MBC Group through a weekly talk show focused on the Saudi real estate market. “Jah Al Aqar” will host owners, developers, chief executives and policymakers, and will air on MBC FM and be available on the Shahid platform and the MBC Mood app.
The Saudi Film Commission has set the eligibility rules and selection procedures for the Kingdom’s entry in the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards, including a runtime of more than 40 minutes and a paid commercial theatrical run of seven consecutive days.
Saudi actor Mohammed Al-Qass said that the idea and script for a drama project he had worked on emerged attributed to someone else, noting that his lack of sufficient material evidence prevented him from proving his rights through legal channels.
