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China has called for an immediate end to hostilities in the Middle East. Special envoy Zhai Jun made the remarks during a meeting with the Saudi foreign minister in Riyadh.

外務省、東京都千代田区外務省は９日、米・イスラエルとイランの戦闘激化を受け、カタールの首都ドーハから邦人２０８人がサウジアラビアの首都リヤドへ陸路で退避したと発表した。 Japan's Foreign Ministry said Monday that 208 Japanese nationals have been evacuated from Doha, the capital of Qatar, to Riyadh by land amid the growing conflict between U.S.-Israeli forces and Iran.

For review:1. Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was chosen Sunday to succeed him, despite never having been elected or appointed to a government position.A secretive figure within the Islamic Republic, Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen publicly since the start of the war.2.  US President Donald Trump told The Times of Israel on Sunday that a decision on when to end the war with Iran will be a “mutual” one that he'll make together with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.3. Israel Defense Forces chief Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir warned on Sunday that there was “no safe place” for the Iranian regime to hide.The military provided details on a strike carried out on Saturday against the newly appointed military secretary to Iran's supreme leader, Abol-hasem Babian, who was appointed last week- was confirmed killed by the IDF.4. Iranian Fars news agency reported that Israel's Saturday strikes hit four oil storage facilities and an oil production transfer center in Tehran and Alborz. Residents reported the smell of burning lingering in the air, with many saying it appeared dark even as the sun rose and rain poured on the city. 5. ·NYT Report:  Iran may be able to access and move highly enriched uranium that had been previously thought to have been buried underground by US strikes on the Isfahan nuclear facility last June.6. ·Emirati officials raged on Sunday over what they called false Israeli media reports claiming that the United Arab Emirates had carried out a military strike on Iran amid the ongoing US-Israeli bombing campaign against the Islamic Republic.7. · Saudi Arabia has told Tehran that while it favors a diplomatic settlement to Iran's conflict with the United States, continued attacks on the kingdom and its energy sector could push Riyadh to respond in kind, four sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on Saturday.

Japan's Foreign Ministry said Monday that 208 Japanese nationals have been evacuated from Doha, the capital of Qatar, to Riyadh by land amid the growing conflict between U.S.-Israeli forces and Iran.

Il 28 febbraio 2026 inizia la guerra. Droni iraniani intercettati sopra Riyadh, lo Stretto di Hormuz sotto minaccia, il Golfo Persico nella sua fase più instabile dagli anni Ottanta. Eppure il Tadawul recupera quasi interamente lo shock iniziale in cinque sedute. Il motore è Saudi Aramco: pesa il sedici per cento dell'indice, sale con il petrolio, e trascina il mercato con sé. Una contraddizione strutturale che in questa puntata analizziamo dall'interno, visto che dal primo febbraio la borsa saudita si è aperta a qualsiasi tipologia di investitore.

//The Wire//2300Z March 5, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: MERCHANT VESSEL STRUCK BY EXPLOSIVE FASTBOAT IN PERSIAN GULF. DRONE AND MISSILE ATTACKS REMAIN CONSTANT AMONG GULF STATES. DRONE STRIKES REPORTED IN AZERBAIJAN.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE-----  -International Events-Persian Gulf: Attacks on merchant shipping continue as an oil tanker that was anchored off the coast of Kuwait was struck by Iranian forces overnight. The vessel has been identified as the M/V SONAGOL NAMIBE, an oil tanker that is currently anchored in the group of vessels that are waiting for the risks in the Strait to subside.Analyst Comment: Turns out, in such a small waterway, it's just as dangerous to remain at anchor. This strike is also different from the rest, as video evidence confirms that this was the result of a (possibly remote-controlled) Iranian fastboat conducting a strike on the vessel. For context, the Iranian Navy is split into two parts, the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy (IRIN), which is the more traditional navy comprised of Line ships, and the Islamic Republic Guard Corps Navy (IRGCN). The majority of the IRIN has mostly been sunk over the past few days, however the smaller "speedboat navy" of the IRGC-N was created solely for the purpose of conducting asymmetric warfare, and is likely the culprit of this attack. As there are a few dozen other tankers parked immediately adjacent to the one that was struck, it is likely that more of these attacks will take place, as long as the IRGCN is able to.Iran: Within the mainland itself, the large-scale bombing of Tehran and other major population centers continues alongside the bombing of most military bases throughout the country. Yesterday Israeli forces shot down an Iranian YAK-130 training aircraft, which had somehow managed to get airborne, and drone attacks launched by the Iranians continue as before.Azerbaijan: Iranian forces launched a drone attack on the airport in the border town of Nakhchivan. The main terminal was hit by Shahed-type drones, and another undisclosed location in Shekarabad was also struck.Analyst Comment: This is noteworthy as Azerbaijan was one of Iran's only regional allies. As a result, Azerbaijan has demanded an apology, and diplomatic relations are not great as two people were killed during the strikes on the airport. Officially, the Iranians have denied that they carried out the attack, stating that it was a false flag incident.-HomeFront-Utah: Overnight a killing spree was reported spanning multiple counties, involving multiple casualties. The incident began after an assailant murdered an elderly victim in Lyman. The attacker then stole her vehicle, and traveled to a hiking trailhead in Wayne County, where he murdered two women on the trail. This prompted a state-wide manhunt, which located the suspect after he had fled the scene, with the assailant eventually being located and arrested. As the suspect was arrested over the border in the state of Colorado, he has been identified as Ivan Miller.Analyst Comment: At the moment, this appears to be a series of random murders, as none of the victims (nor the perpetrator) appears to have any connection to any sort of motive, other than random mental illness. More details are expected to emerge as the investigation continues.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: European evacuations of European citizens from the Middle East continues, with Spain dedicating military assets to getting some of their citizens out of the region over night. So far, zero Americans have been evacuated via American military means (which have the capabilities to fly when civilian aircraft cannot), and any American who has managed to get out has done so via commercial means. Commercial flights out of Dubai and Riyadh are occurring, they're just slow due to the sheer number of people trying to leave and the few aircraft landing between

As Israel and the US continued to bomb Iran after killing the country's supreme leader Ali Khamenei, Iran lashed out at its neighbours with multiple drone strikes, including against the US embassy in Riyadh.Saudi Arabia and Iran have a long and bitter rivalry. Yet, in recent years, the Saudis had begun building new diplomatic relationship with Iran, even as they and other Gulf states continued to host American military bases, and court American investment.Now the Gulf states find themselves in the middle of the very regional conflict many of its leaders hoped to avoid. It's one which threatens longstanding efforts to cement the Gulf as a hub for finance, travel and tourism, and as an oasis of security.Were they blindsided? Or did some actually want the US to attack Iran? With the US and Israel seemingly calling the shots, what will the Gulf states do now?In today's episode, we speak to Simon Mabon, a professor of international relations at Lancaster University in the UK and expert in Saudi-Iran relations, about how the Gulf's delicate balancing act between the US and Iran came toppling down.This episode was written and produced by Mend Mariwany and Katie Flood. The executive producers was Gemma Ware. Mixing by Eleanor Brezzi and theme music by Neeta Sarl. Read the full credits for this episode and sign up here for a free daily newsletter from The Conversation.If you like the show, please consider donating to The Conversation, an independent, not-for-profit news organisation.Mentioned in this episode:The Making of an AutocratSearch "The Conversation Weekly" for our new series: The Making of an Autocrat. Is America watching its democracy unravel in real time? In The Making of an Autocrat from The Conversation, six of the world's pre-eminant scholars reveal the recipe for authoritarian rule. From capturing a party, to controlling the military, Donald Trump is borrowing from the playbook of strongmen thoughout history. This is the story of how democracies falter — and what might happen next.

In this episode of The Horn, Alan is joined by H. A. Hellyer, Senior Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute and Senior Fellow at the Center for American Progress, to explore what's behind the rift between Saudi Arabia and the UAE and the competing visions of regional order driving it. They examine where tensions have emerged most sharply, including in Yemen and Sudan, and what these flashpoints reveal about each country's red lines and regional strategy. They look at how, despite the dispute, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh are coordinating their response to Iran's attacks on Gulf states following U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran. They also discuss what Saudi-UAE détente might look like, whether Riyadh and Abu Dhabi can manage their disagreements, including over Sudan, if they are unable to fully resolve them and how countries in the Horn of Africa can avoid being drawn into the rivalry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Puff, Sip, Chat! In this exciting episode, Reggie Kimble makes his highly anticipated return after spending 18 months living and working in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Joined by business partner in crime, Steve, the duo dives into a candid conversation about Reggie's overseas adventures—covering memorable travel stories, the unique Saudi cigar and food culture (including his first taste of camel!), and the realities of puffing and sipping abroad.The episode also highlights the evolution of Puff, Sip, Chat, with an exclusive look at what's next for the community. From focusing on boutique cigars and supporting minority- and female-owned brands, to the official launch of Smoke Dogg Cigars—there's a lot for cigar enthusiasts to get excited about!Plus, get the scoop on upcoming events like Tampa Cigar Week's golf tournament and a brand-new Inland Empire golf scramble, complete with great cigars, good food, and even better company.Tune in, reconnect, and join the lifestyle—where it's always about smoking what you like, drinking what you like, and celebrating the journey together.**Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment—let us know what you think!**---**Connect with Puff, Sip, Chat:**- Instagram: @puffsipchat- Website: Coming soon—smoke-dogg.com**Featured Cigars:**- DBL Nicaraguan- Roberto James Cigars**Sponsors:**- Smoke Dogg Cigars#Cigars #CigarLifestyle #PuffSipChat #BoutiqueCigars #SaudiArabia #TampaCigarWeek #GolfAndCigars #ReggieKimble #SmokeDoggCigarsSupport the show

Today's Headlines: The first 2026 primaries are done. In North Carolina, Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley advanced to face off for retiring Sen. Thom Tillis' seat. In Arkansas, Sen. Tom Cotton cruised to renomination, while Democrat Hallie Shoffner won with 77%. Texas was a little more dramatic. After historic turnout, a Dallas judge extended voting hours over polling confusion. Attorney General Ken Paxton — who's on the ballot — asked the Texas Supreme Court to block it, and the court agreed. Paxton now heads to a GOP runoff with Sen. John Cornyn after neither hit 50%. Abroad, the Iran war intensified after drones struck the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh. President Donald Trump said Iran's air defenses were “knocked out” and promised “big-scale” strikes. Sen. Richard Blumenthal warned of possible “boots on the ground.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested U.S. strikes were preemptive ahead of Israeli action — then tried to walk that back. Israel also hit a meeting of Iran's Council of Experts during its Supreme Leader selection. Stateside, reports say some commanders framed the war to troops as “God's divine plan.” FBI Director Kash Patel fired counterintelligence officials who had worked Trump-related cases, including Iran matters, and now faces whistleblower claims over handling of an ICE shooting investigation. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem endured a bruising hearing, with Sen. Tillis suggesting she resign. House Oversight is expanding its Epstein probe to include Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and former Goldman Sachs counsel Kathy Ruemmler. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to expand France's nuclear arsenal, and Melania Trump chaired a UN Security Council meeting during the U.S. presidency rotation. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Primary election live updates: Texas GOP Senate headed to a runoff Axios: Iran targets U.S. allies, hits American Embassy in Riyadh The Guardian: Rubio tries to backtrack after Israel comments later contradicted by Trump trigger criticism – as it happened | US news Axios: Israel bombs council choosing Iran's next supreme leader, official says Substack: U.S. Troops Were Told Iran War Is for “Armageddon,” Return of Jesus NYT: Macron Expands French Nuclear Arsenal and Vows Protection for Neighbors CNN: Kash Patel gutted FBI counterintelligence team tasked with tracking Iranian threats days before US strikes, sources say The Daily Beast: Sinister Reason Keystone Kash Halted ICE Killing Probe Revealed NYT: Noem Defends Describing Minneapolis Protesters' Actions as Domestic Terrorism Politico: Canceled contracts, a failed polygraph and personal disputes: Inside the turbulent tenure of Noem's former cyber czar NYT: Lutnick Agrees to Testify in House Epstein Investigation BBC: Melania Trump chairs UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict amid Iran strikes Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: ⁠⁠⁠betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on March 4th 2026. You can hear more reports on our homepage www.radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio. Presenter/producer: Kris Boswell.

The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh is hit by drones, Primary voters head to the polls across Texas, Arkansas and North Carolina, An Indian consulate staff is accused of aiding the 2023 assassination of a Canadian Sikh activist, Melania Trump presides over a U.N. Security Council meeting, U.K. Chancellor Reeves delivers the spring financial forecast, A Paris court reduces the sentences of three men convicted for beheading a teacher, Bill and Hillary Clinton's Epstein deposition videos are released, Kristi Noem testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee on immigration enforcement, Several U.S. departments join the Trump administration's ban on Anthropic, and a lost Rembrandt painting is authenticated after 60 years. Sources: Verity.News

Ray White chats with Vicki Turner on several trending topics: United States President Donald Trump’s comment that the UK’s Keir Starmer is “no Winston Churchill” amid tensions over Iran strikes; questions around footballer Cristiano Ronaldo’s private jet leaving the Middle East for Madrid after a drone attack on the US embassy in Riyadh, sparking speculation he may have fled; and why, despite beauty treatments or surgical enhancements, it’s actually your ears that reveal your true age. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray White chats with Vicki Turner on several trending topics: United States President Donald Trump’s comment that the UK’s Keir Starmer is “no Winston Churchill” amid tensions over Iran strikes; questions around footballer Cristiano Ronaldo’s private jet leaving the Middle East for Madrid after a drone attack on the US embassy in Riyadh, sparking speculation he may have fled; and why, despite beauty treatments or surgical enhancements, it’s actually your ears that reveal your true age. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The facts on the ground and the ludicrous statements speak for themselves: The administration inadequately planned for the execution of this war. That's likely why six service members were killed in an insufficiently protected facility. It's why our embassy in Riyadh and our consulate in Dubai were hit with drones. And the administration clearly does not have an exit plan. Venezuela had Trump thinking this could be a cakewalk, but in the Middle East, circumstances can change in a heartbeat. Plus, Israel's role in pushing for the military campaign, Marco's effort to pawn off responsibility for the war, and Gallego's endorsement of Graham Platner in the Maine Democratic Senate primary. Sen. Ruben Gallego and Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling join Tim Miller.show notes Pre-order Hertling's new book, "If I Don't Return: A Father's Wartime Journal" Watch The Bulwark's LIVE coverage of the Texas Senate primary on Substack YouTube Carol Leonnig's reporting on the firing of FBI agents with Iran expertise  Tickets for our LIVE show in Austin on March 19: TheBulwark.com/Events.

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up — Israel strikes the very body responsible for selecting Iran's next supreme leader, targeting members of the Council of Experts in what appears to be a calculated move to prolong Tehran's leadership vacuum and prevent the regime from consolidating power after the death of Ayatollah Khamenei. We examine what this means for Iran's internal stability and whether the Islamic Republic can reestablish command and control. Later in the show — Iran escalates further, launching drone strikes against the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital. While casualties were limited, the attack signals a widening battlefield and raises serious questions about Tehran's willingness to directly target American diplomatic facilities across the region. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB Acre Gold: Start building physical gold with simple monthly payments and enter to win two Ancient Collection gold bars at https://GetAcreGold.com/PDB  Goldbelly: Discover iconic meals from legendary restaurants delivered nationwide with Goldbelly—get 20% off your first order at https://Goldbelly.comusing promo code PDB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

//The Wire//2000Z March 3, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: DRONE AND MISSILE ATTACKS CONTINUE THROUGHOUT THE PERSIAN GULF. SAUDI FORCES DEPLOY TO QUELL RIOTS IN BAHRAIN. MAJOR OIL FACILITIES SHUT DOWN THROUGHOUT MIDDLE EAST DUE TO STRIKES. ISRAEL LAUNCHES GROUND INVASION OF LEBANON.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE-----  -International Events-Middle East: The Gulf War continues as Iranian forces begin shifting to strategic targets. Most of the drone/missile attacks overnight targeted oil production facilities, such as the Fujairah Industrial Zone in the UAE, which has been taken offline. Otherwise, the attacks on American installations continue, with the American Embassy in Riyadh being hit multiple times by drones overnight.Bahrain: Significant riots have broken out around the country, as the majority-Shia population begins expressing dissent with the Sunni government, and more specifically the American presence within the nation. Saudi Forces crossed the bridge this morning with anti-riot forces to help quell the more kinetic protests, which have become intense over the past 24 hours.Analyst Comment: Politics in Bahrain were complicated before the war, as the population is mostly Shia (and aligned with the Ayatollah), but the country is ruled by a Kingdom that is Sunni. Even before the shooting started the situation was tenuous at best, and the assassination of the Ayatollah might have been the spark needed to kick off a civil conflict within the island nation. This is a complicating factor for the United States, as Bahrain has long served as a major Center of Gravity for American combat power in the region. Now that some locals are getting rowdy (and are also aligned with Iran), this will make things more difficult.Lebanon: This morning Israeli forces launched a ground invasion in the south, opening up another front so as to seize terrain along the border. Lebanese Army forces have withdrawn from the border as Israeli units advance.Analyst Comment: It is not clear as to if this is a legitimate, full-scale ground invasion, or limited border incursions that Israel is known to do throughout southern Lebanon. So far, Israeli forces haven't crossed their limit of advance set during the height of the conflict two years ago.United Kingdom: A stabbing attack was reported in Edinburgh, which resulted in a standoff lasting several hours yesterday afternoon. One unidentified assailant began stabbing people an apartment building, which resulted in two people being wounded. After the attack, the suspect fled into the apartment building, which resulted in a standoff situation that lasted seven hours. Eventually, police were able to breach the building and detain the suspect.Separately, in Birmingham a different stabbing attack was captured on film this morning, which involved an assailant stabbing a man on the street outside a Catholic school in Alum Rock. This attacker was arrested at the scene, and very few details remain public regarding his identity.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Yesterday afternoon the US State Department published the list of nations that Americans should evacuate from, which includes the entire Middle East. The "depart now" order has been issued for the nations of: Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, West Bank, Gaza, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the UAE, and Yemen.However, the US State Department has stated that Americans are on their own regarding evacuations. Even though the start of this combat operation was easily predicted down to the exact day (and nearly the exact hour) that it began, the United States somehow believes that they needed to maintain the element of surprise. The State Department believed that if they made attempts to evacuate the Middle East before the attack, the world would know that the war was imminent. This is also why many American bases appea

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The United Stated closed its embassies in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait on Tuesday. The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh is also warning of immediate missile and UAV threats over Dhahran, a city in the eastern part of Saudi Arabia, directing residents to shelter indoors. Iran has fired hundreds of missiles and drones at Gulf states hosting U.S. air bases. A drone also struck the U.S. Embassy compound in Kuwait yesterday. The embassy said today it would close until further notice, citing regional tensions.President Donald Trump will meet with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday. In an X post on Saturday, Merz said the two will discuss "the latest developments in the Middle East."

Trump and the administration say the operation in Iran is ahead of schedule. Iran attacked the US Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in a move that will not please the Saudis. Iran's entire navy has been eliminated according to reports. A new poll from Harvard Harris is horrible for Democrats and very encouraging for Republicans. SCOTUS ruled that California schools cannot hide students' "Gender Identity" from parents in a MASSIVE decision.    Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN!    www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.SLNT.com/SHAWN

As the war on Iran enters its fourth day, Tehran's retaliatory attacks on US assets in Arab countries ramp up, testing the limits of their patience. Recent remarks from US officials suggest a limited timeframe for the war that could last a few weeks. The question is how much appetite and military might do the warring parties have? At the same time, US President Donald Trump warned that people will soon find out how America will retaliate for an attack on the US embassy in Riyadh on Monday night, and the deaths of US military personnel. GCC countries continue to issue stern condemnations and warnings for Iranian attacks on their territories. This all comes as Tehran came under another wave of heavy US-Israeli air strikes overnight. In this special episode of Beyond the Headlines, host Nada AlTaher rounds up the most recent developments in the conflict. She covers the latest statements from US officials about extent of the war, Hezbollah's involvement and the impact on humanitarian aid in Gaza.

Lindsey Hillsum, International Editor with Channel 4 News, reports from Beirut on the latest events in Lebanon.

Attacks have continued to escalate on both sides of the Middle East conflict. The U.S. embassy in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh has been hit by two drones. President Trump says people will soon find out how America will retaliate. It comes as Iran continues to strike Gulf states that host U.S. military. New Zealand is not immune, with exports to Gulf Co-operation council countries valued at almost $3 billion in 2025. Trade and Associate Foreign Affairs Minister Todd McClay spoke to Lisa Owen.

Saudi Arabia says the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh has been struck by two drones. The kingdom's defense ministry saying on Tuesday, the attack resulted in a limited fire and some material damage. The embassy has issued a "shelter in place" notice for U.S. citizens in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dhahran, and recommends they avoid the embassy until further notice.As Iran strikes countries in the Middle East, Secretary of State Marco Rubio addresses Americans currently in the region, warning U.S. citizens to leave the Middle East immediately. The State Department saying it has ordered the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members from Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan and the UAE, citing "serious safety risks.”Israel is escalating air strikes on the Lebanese capital today. It says it is targeting areas controlled by the Hezbollah terrorist group. The Lebanese state news agency NNA reporting that at least 31 people were killed and 149 injured in the ongoing strikes. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaking on Fox News, saying action was necessary now in Iran because the regime had restarted its nuclear program.

Today's top stories, with context, in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:1) The US-Israeli war on Iran reverberated across the Middle East and global markets on Tuesday, as oil and gas prices surged and Tehran vowed to close the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane. Both the US and Israeli militaries continued to bombard Iran’s capital. The US embassy in Riyadh was attacked by two drones, causing limited damage, and Israel sent soldiers into southern Lebanon, where the Iran-aligned Hezbollah militia is based. The escalation came as the US sent conflicting messages about how long the war might last, and an adviser to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander told state TV that forces “will set fire to any ship attempting to pass through” the Strait of Hormuz. China, which buys most of Iran’s oil, urged “all sides” to ensure the safe passage of ships through the waterway, where traffic has effectively halted.2) President Trump escalated his criticism of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in a fresh indication of how strained the two allies’ relationship has become over the US president’s efforts to enlist the UK’s help in its strikes against Iran. Starmer — who declined a US request to use British bases for offensive operations against the Islamic republic — has “not been helpful,” Trump said in an interview with The Sun tabloid. “It’s very sad to see that the relationship is obviously not what it was.” It’s the latest in a series of jibes Trump has made toward the Labour Party leader since he pushed back against Trump’s designs on Greenland earlier in the year. The US president has repeatedly criticized Starmer’s deal ceding sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius — something he did again in his Sun interview — and has also dismissed Britain’s role alongside American troops in the Afghanistan war.3) US and Chinese trade negotiators are slated to meet in mid-March, according to people familiar with the matter, signaling a planned summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping is pushing ahead despite American strikes against Iran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng are expected to convene in Paris at the end of next week to discuss business deals that could stem from the leaders’ meeting, said the people who requested anonymity to discuss plans that aren’t yet public. Both the timing and location of the meeting could still shift, the people added. Among the issues that could be addressed are a possible Chinese purchase of Boeing Co. planes, commitments to buy US soybeans and Taiwan, the self-ruled island China views as its own, some of the people said. The future of US fentanyl tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court could also be on the agenda, they added.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. strikes at more than 1,000 Iranian sites including IRGC facilities while Tehran retaliates by hitting the U.S. embassy in Riyadh. President Trump says he is prepared to extend the conflict if necessary. Oil and gas shipping prices surge as Iran claims it has blocked the Strait of Hormuz and vows to hit any vessels attempting to pass through. Qatar, meanwhile, has said it is suspending LNG production. Asian markets suffer a day in the red with the Kospi falling by more than 7 per cent. U.S. and European futures indicate continued selling later today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Operation Epic Fury & Roaring Lion update for review:1. US CJCS: “Our military objectives are clear,” Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine told reporters. “Our mission is to protect and defend ourselves, and together with our regional partners, prevent Iran from the ability to project power outside of its borders and be ready for follow on actions as appropriate.”2. Three US F-15 fighter jets crashed over Kuwait on Monday after they were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses in a so-called friendly fire incident, the American military confirmed.3. On Monday, President Trump laid out more specific goals for the operation — targeting Iran's ballistic missiles, nuclear program, navy, and support for proxy groups — and said that the largest wave of strikes was still to come. He declined to rule out using ground troops and said that the campaign could last about four weeks.“We haven't even started hitting them hard. The big wave hasn't even happened. The big one is coming soon,” President Trump told CNN.4. Israel said Monday that the head of Hezbollah's intelligence arm was killed in an overnight strike and Beirut said it would ban the terror group's military activities, hours after the Iran-backed organization fired rockets and drones at Israel, leading to major retaliatory strikes overnight and throughout Monday.5. Saudi Arabia's state oil giant Aramco shut its Ras Tanura refinery after a drone strike caused a blaze, an industry source said on Monday, after Tehran launched strikes across the region in response to the US-Israeli attack on Iran.A source familiar with the incident told AFP the blaze had already been extinguished.6. An attack using at least two drones on the US embassy in Riyadh sparked a small fire, a Saudi defense ministry spokesman says in a statement, as Iran presses on with its campaign of retaliatory strikes across the Gulf.“The US Embassy in Riyadh was attacked by two drones, according to initial assessments. 7. Britain's Royal Air Force base  in Cyprus was hit by a drone strike overnight, causing limited damage and no casualties, Cypriot authorities and the UK's Ministry of Defense said early Monday.8. France is “ready” to defend Gulf countries and Jordan against Iran if necessary, Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said Monday.His remarks came as key European ally Germany also spoke of readiness to defend its interests against Iranian assaults.

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day.On today's podcast:(1) The US sent conflicting messages about how long a war with Iran might last as Israel launched new airstrikes on Monday, with the widening conflict reverberating across the Middle East and upending energy markets.(2) Just three days into the conflict, the Iran war has become attritional. Waves of drone attacks by the Islamic Republic are putting pressure on the defenses of the US and its partners from Bahrain to the United Arab Emirates, depleting weapons stockpiles. The outcome of the fight may depend on which side runs out of munitions first.(3) The United Arab Emirates and Qatar are privately lobbying allies to help them persuade President Donald Trump to reach for an off-ramp that would keep US military operations against Iran short, according to people familiar with the matter.(4) Having spent a year attempting to charm and appease Donald Trump, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday drew a clear line in the sand: Britain will not join its closest military partner in offensive action against Iran.(5) Oil extended gains as the US and Israel stepped up their war against Iran, while Tehran threatened a full closure of the Strait of Hormuz and hit the American embassy in Riyadh with drones.(6) Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves will use her economic statement on Tuesday to lament that the world is awash with uncertainty. And she’ll try not to contribute any more of it — by saying as little as possible.(7) Emirates and Etihad Airways will resume limited operations as the carriers seek to ease some of the congestion caused by the airspace closing in the wake of the ongoing Iranian attacks.Podcast Conversation: Polymarket Geopolitics Wagers Reach Record as Iran War EscalatesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

//The Wire//1800Z March 2, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: TERROR ATTACK STRIKES TEXAS. GULF WAR CONTINUES IN MIDDLE EAST AS IRANIAN FORCES STRIKE AMERICAN BASES AND OIL FIELDS. MULTIPLE AMERICAN AIRCRAFT SHOT DOWN IN FRIENDLY FIRE INCIDENTS. QATAR SHOOTS DOWN TWO IRANIAN FIGHTERS OVER PERSIAN GULF.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE-----  -International Events-Middle East: The Gulf War continues to expand, with nearly every nation throughout the region being involved as airstrikes and drone/missile attacks remain regular around the clock.Kuwait: This morning, three separate American F-15E's were shot down due to alleged friendly fire incidents after allegedly being engaged by Kuwaiti air defense systems. All six pilots and weapons officers ejected and were rescued from the desert by Kuwaiti forces.Analyst Comment: This situation was rather dicey as local Kuwaitis on the ground initially thought that the Americans parachuting down were Iranians. This is possibly due to the American parachutes from the ACES II ejection seats being in the standard colors of Orange, White, and Green (which has been a standard for a long time). Unfortunately, this also looks very similar to the colors of the Iranian flag as it's descending on a residential neighborhood. As a result, several Kuwaitis responded to the crash site with weapons drawn, until it became clear that they were Americans. After the Americans were identified, they were protected and rendered aid until they were recovered safely back to American lines.Saudi Arabia: Most of the targeting efforts by the Iranians have focused on hitting oil infrastructure. This morning, the Ras Tanura refinery was been shut down completely following Iranian drone strikes, which halts roughly 16% of Saudi Arabia's total oil production capacity.Qatar: All Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) production has been halted due to Iranian strikes, and the airport in Doha remains closed at the moment. This morning Qatari forces downed two Iranian Su-24 fighters which were sortied to conduct targeting within their nation.Analyst Comment: If this report is accurate, this would be the first indication that the Iranians still maintain some limited air combat power, even though the runways at most of their airports have been cratered.UAE: In the Emirates, Iranian forces have been hitting Dubai and Abu Dhabi hard over the past two days. Power plants, oil terminals, and other energy infrastructure have been targeted, along with more military targets. The French Naval Base in Abu Dhabi was hit by Iranian munitions, and the fires have been burning overnight.Bahrain: The semi-former headquarters of the US Navy's 5th Fleet has been heavily damaged, with a significant portion of the base being completely destroyed. This morning, Iranian forces struck an American strategic oil tanker, the M/T STENA IMPERATIVE, as she was sitting in port.Cyprus: The British Airbase at Akrotiri Airport has been targeted by Iranian missiles/drones several times over the past two days, with heavy smoke being reported at the installation sporadically yesterday afternoon.Israel: Substantial targeting efforts continue by the Iranians, with many ballistic missile strikes being carried out overnight. Rocket attacks by Hezbollah cells in Lebanon continue, with the IDF conducting several airstrikes in downtown Beirut in response yesterday evening.Regarding civilian infrastructure in the Middle East, most major airports throughout the entire region are closed for flights, most notably Kuwait International, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Bahrain. Right now, the main logistical hub for citizens fleeing the region is Riyadh, however the Saudis stated overnight that King Khalid International Airport was targeted by Iran. The ballistic missiles were successfully intercepted, but the window for evacuations throughout much of the region is probably clo

On today's Legally Speaking Podcast, I'm delighted to be joined by David Pope. David is an Executive Voice Coach, based in Hong Kong. He runs CPD-accredited communication skills workshops and 1-on-1 coaching sessions. With over 30 years of experience, David has worked with thousands of legal professionals globally in Magic Circle, US and local firms. He has coached legal professionals in Hong Kong, Tokyo, Sydney, Singapore, Dubai, Riyadh and London. David is passionate about helping good speakers become great speakers. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and David discussing:- Society's Lack of Vocal Awareness- Voice Projection & Breath Control- Making the Most of Vocal Variety- Confidence VS Warmth Imbalance- Over-Imitating Others Instead of Trusting Their Own VoiceConnect with David Pope here - https://hk.linkedin.com/in/popedavid

Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Kuwait City, Bahrain and Jeddah are all under attack as Iran’s desperate regime fires drones and missiles at its neighbours across the Persian Gulf: punishment for hosting American forces as Donald Trump’s Operation Epic Fury continues to pound Iran’s territory and assets, sinking at least half of the Iranian navy fleet alone. Follow our live blog here. Read more on this developing story: Australian mosques, organisations slammed for events honouring ‘martyrdom’ of Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Conflict spreads as Hezbollah weighs in, ‘drone strike’ on British base in Cyprus, new Israeli salvo Trump says he has fulfilled his promise to the Iranian people, but the rest is up to them Ayatollah’s son or ‘Iranian Putin’ could step into power A weakened Iran will have ripple effects across the Middle East See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FAN MAIL--We would love YOUR feedback--Send us a Text MessageA map doesn't just change with borders; it changes when the rules do. We trace a straight line from the Abraham Accords through October 7, the region-wide June escalation, and the strike that removed Iran's Supreme Leader to explain why the Middle East just entered a new era. The thread is simple but profound: normalization unsettled the status quo, terror tried to reverse it, and a coalition responded by targeting not just fighters but the entire architecture behind them.We walk through how the Accords quietly re-ordered incentives for Israel and several Sunni states, making open cooperation normal and isolating Tehran's ambitions. Then we examine October 7 as a deliberate shock aimed at blowing up normalization, and how Israel's doctrine shifted from “manage the threat” to “dismantle the network.” As Hezbollah, Iraqi and Syrian militias, and Hamas moved in concert, June's escalation exposed a single grid of proxies. With U.S. backing, strikes expanded from rocket crews to commanders, infrastructure, and nuclear assets during Operation Midnight Hammer, turning a shadow war into a multi-front confrontation.The final, startling turn—the killing of the Supreme Leader—breaks an old taboo and sends a message across every capital from Riyadh to Moscow: proxy violence no longer shields the regime at the top. We reflect on how this changes deterrence, why it hardens a loose coalition of Israel, Sunni partners, and the West, and what it means for global energy, great-power opportunism, and the possibility of more accountable politics across the region. Think of the Berlin Wall falling: a single event that announces a different world and forces everyone to rewrite their playbooks.If you're ready to understand how these moments connect—and what likely comes next—tune in, share this episode with a friend who follows geopolitics, and leave a quick review so more listeners can find the show. Subscribe to stay with us as the next chapters unfold.Key Points from the Episode:• Abraham Accords as a realignment, not a photo-op• Iran isolated as Israel and Sunni states cooperate• October seventh as a bloody backlash to normalization• Israel ends contain-and-manage doctrine• June escalation exposes a single proxy grid• Operation Midnight Hammer against nuclear capability• Strike authority expands to senior leadership and infrastructure• Supreme Leader killed signals end of regime immunity• New coalition hardens against Tehran's network• Berlin Wall analogy for a new geopolitical eraBe sure to check out our show page at teammojoacademy.com, where we have everything we discussed in this podcast as well as other great resourcesOther resources: Israel's September 11thLM#38--Israel's 9-11, pt 1LM#39--Israel's 9-11, pt 2Want to leave a review? Click here, and if we earned a five-star review from you **high five and knuckle bumps**, we appreciate it greatly!

Elke Sterling-Presser and Nicolas Sterling are the founders of STERLING PRESSER ARCHITECTS + ENGINEERS in Berlin an interdisciplinary practice that brings architects and civil engineers together from the outset and where structural logic and spatial experience are conceived as one. We speak with Elke and Nicolas about their approach embodied in projects such as the Theater Park Bridge in Taiyuan, China, their impressions from Cityscape Global 2025 in Riyadh held under the theme “The Future of Urban Living”, their interest in the indigenous culture of the Kogi of Colombia and what contemporary architecture can learn from ideas of balance, long-term responsibility, and respect for the environment. A focussed discussion on connection - across disciplines and continents. Birgit Eller Krumm is host of episode 113 of KAP Podcast. Links: https://sterlingpresser.com Instagram: sterlingpresser Elke Sterling-Presser is director of STERLING PRESSER since 2018, co-founded in Berlin with engineer-architect Nicolas Sterling. She holds an advanced Master of Architecture degree from the SAC-Städelschule at the Staatliche Hochschule für Städelschule Bildene Künste, Frankfurt am Main, Germany. She is also a respected educator. Since 2019, she has been imparting her knowledge at the University of Arts (UdK) in Berlin. Previously, between 2013 and 2015, she contributed to the academic environment at the University of Greenwich in London. Her professional experience includes significant stints at various architecture offices, notably Zaha Hadid Architects in London from 2006 to 2015. Nicolas Sterling is a structural engineer and architect. He is a graduate of the Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers in Paris and the Paris La Villette School of Architecture. He founded STERLING PRESSER in 2018, a studio in architecture and engineering, based in Berlin. Nicolas was previously Associate Director of AKTII Adams Kara Taylor, managing a group delivering buildings and special structure. He joined ARUP AGU's Advanced Geometry Unit in 2005, a team of specialists within ARUP led by Cecil Balmond, and was part of the ARUP Building Engineering Group in London until 2011. Support KAP: patreon.com/kap_podcast Apply to be a KAP guest: https://www.kapture.ch/contact Get in touch with KAP: https://www.kapture.ch/contact KAP Homepage: www.kapture.ch Foto Credits: Chloé Desnoyers.

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Mike Huckabee's reference to borders stretching “from the Euphrates to the Nile” has sparked a diplomatic firestorm across the Middle East.Even governments that normalized relations with Israel — including the UAE — publicly condemned the remarks. Why did this rhetoric hit such a nerve? And is it really new, or just unusually blunt?At the same time, tensions between Israel and Saudi Arabia are rising, fractures between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi are deepening, and the risk of a U.S.–Iran war looms in the background, a conflict that could drag Gulf states into a confrontation they don't control.What does this moment reveal about the future of normalization, regional alliances, and the possibility of a wider war?Rania Khalek was joined by Giorgio Cafiero on Dispatches to break it all down.

Mo and Alex are back after a few weeks off due to busy travel schedules -- but the laughs remain in this all male episode. 3 guy callers all in their 30's with a variety of love issues that they'd like a dude take on. Let's go!Caller #1 is El 37yrs from Riyadh, KSA. El's wife feels like she is competing with El over his time with his son and family members when they vacation in the Philippines. Is it unfair to him or does he need to manage his time better?Caller #2 is RC 39yrs from Paranaque. RC is an introvert looking for at least a date. He hasnt been on one in 4 years, hasnt had sex in 13 years. He's good-looking and owns a business, but doesn't hit with the ladies. Caller #3 is Erwin 36yrs from Laguna. Erwin is also another successful guy looking for something. This time, it's a girl who is willing to co-parent with him on a baby. Erwin is a traditional gay with a strong urge to be a biological parent. GTWM and Good Times Radio are now streaming exclusively live on Discord!Join the Discord community by going to ⁠⁠www.discord.gg/goodtimesradio

The TWENTY30's co-hosts Hanaa Almoaibed and Lucien Zeigler sit down with Saud Alturki, Saudi music producer, curator, and founder of Brij Entertainment ahead of the release of his third album, High Octane. A project two and a half years in the making, the track list reads like a love letter to hip hop royalty. Busta Rhymes. Swizz Beatz. West Side Boogie. Rhapsody, whom Saud calls his favorite female MC alive today.    Working with his creative director Chindi, who turned every production conversation into something closer to a therapy session, Saud landed on a concept that's deeply rooted in where he's from, the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.   Saud takes us back to the beginning: a freshman at McGill in Montreal, freezing through his first Canadian winter and discovering that music wasn't just something he loved — it was something he could do. A move to LA, a chance encounter at a Verizon store with a gospel-tinged R&B singer named Bernard, and seven years of patience later, he finally put out his first single. That story alone sets the tone for everything that follows: Saud is someone who builds slowly, deliberately, and for keeps.   But the conversation doesn't stop at the album. Saud talks about what it really takes to build a music industry in Saudi Arabia — not just a music scene. Venues, labels, studios, government support, festivals like Middle Beast that have built an entire ecosystem around artists. He's careful to say Saudi isn't quite an industry yet, but the infrastructure is finally arriving, and the talent — including his Brij Entertainment artist Hajaj, the first Saudi to perform at Grammy weekend in LA — is already outpacing it.   There's also a sharp, honest take on the streaming era, why dropping albums in 2025 is "not the best move" (and why he's doing it anyway), the emerging Saudi genre Hoppe — a fusion of Sambri and hip hop that he wishes he'd invented — and what he tells young artists in Riyadh who have every resource he never had at 17.   High Octane drops after Ramadan.

PTF is joined by broadcaster extraordinaire Nick Luck to go over the tremendous weekend of racing from King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia including the first-ever repeat victory in the $20,000,000 Saudi Cup by Japan's Forever Young, who continues to build a resume for his status as one of the greatest racehorses of the modern era.

PTF is joined by broadcaster extraordinaire Nick Luck to go over the tremendous weekend of racing from King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia including the first-ever repeat victory in the $20,000,000 Saudi Cup by Japan's Forever Young, who continues to build a resume for his status as one of the greatest racehorses of the modern era.

PTF catches up with Lawrence (of Arabia) Roman who is on hand in Riyadh to watch his stable star Banishing compete in the Saudi Cup.

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Lazar Focus. Each Friday, join host diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman for a deep dive into what's behind the news that spins the globe. Only 16 days before the October 7, 2023, attack, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took to the podium at the United Nations. As a Saudi diplomat listened intently, he said, "We are on the cusp of an even more dramatic breakthrough, a historic peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia.” The war that erupted with the Hamas invasion has, not surprisingly, pushed off normalization, but it was still seen as likely once the hostages came back and Hamas was beaten. That prognosis has been replaced by alarm in recent months. The rivalry between Saudi Arabia and the UAE -- a close Israeli ally -- spilled out into the open in Yemen, and continues to simmer in Sudan and Libya. Meanwhile, Riyadh's relations with Ankara and Doha continue to improve. In parallel, Saudi media and clerics launched a bitter war of words on the UAE, Israel, and even Jews. Berman drills down into the economic, strategic, and military roots of the UAE-Saudi regional rivalry, and whether the idea of blocs in the Middle East is even accurate. He then gives his assessment of whether Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is really realigning the kingdom's foreign policy, and what it means for a peace deal with Israel. Lazar Focus can be found on all podcast platforms. This episode was produced by Ari Schlacht.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nick is in Riyadh ahead of the 2026 Saudi Cup, where he catches up with Kyoto Maekawa, the first woman to be licensed in Japan by the JRA and trainer of Cup contender Sunrise Zipangu. Plus, broadcast colleague Michelle Yu runs down the US contingent across the card. Also on today's show, Cornelius Lysgaht joins Nick to wrap up all the latest from around the racing world, with contributions today from trainers Joe Tizzard and Alan King, both of whom are well represented this weekend. Eddie Harty Jr pays tribute to his father, a towering figure of jump racing and equestrianism who died yesterday aged 88, just a week after his wife Patricia.

Nick is in Riyadh ahead of this weekend's Saudi Cup. The city also plays host this week to the Asian Racing Conference, where Nick catches up with NYRA CEO David O'Rourke, alongside Total Performance Data supremo Will Duff-Gordon. At the track, trainer Tom Clover talks about his quartet of runners across 4 Middle Eastern venues over the next fortnight, while Toshi Onikubo runs the rule over the Japanese contingent. David Yates is in Closutton, drawing out the thoughts of Willie `Mullins on his key Cheltenham contenders.

Andy and Brendan are together in Chicago for this Wednesday episode, bringing a jolt of in-person energy for the first Signature Event of 2026. To start, the two tie up some loose ends from Phoenix, discussing Hideki's "chair-gate" in the playoff and some distressing tweets from Spieth Legion. There's plenty of discussion about the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, with one-and-done picks, Andy's "5 Guys to Monitor," and a new game that we'll be following for every Signature Event. They also debate whether Pebble Beach is now obsolete for PGA Tour pros following the debut of a new tee on the sixth hole for this week's tournament. LIV is back for a second straight week, jumping from Riyadh to Adelaide for the league's biggest non-U.S. event. Aussie Elvis Smylie is riding high following his win and was rewarded with a big OWGR boost for his troubles! Speaking of world ranking points, Andy and Brendan also react to Chris Gotterup reaching No. 5 in the world following his win at the WM Phoenix Open. They briefly recap Monday's TGL match, featuring three players that aren't on the rosters of the teams that played, and PJ suggests there's a new conspiracy afoot in the SoFi Dome. Everyone is ready to roll for a full week in Chicago ahead of Thursday night's event at SPACE. Join us in Chicagoland for an SGS Live Show on Thursday, February 12! We'll be hanging out at SPACE in Evanston, Illinois for a night of Q&A, Champs Tour Minute, and plenty of Bears chatter. Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ticketweb.com/event/the-shotgun-start-space-tickets/14054084?pl=space⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details.

Nick brings you today's edition from Riyadh ahead of this weekend's Saudi Cup, the world's richest horserace. In Riyadh, Nick talks to Bob Baffert, who stands in the way of Forever Young's repeat bid with Nysos and Nevada Beach. He also catches up with JCSA's Chief Racing Officer David McKinnon. Meanwhile - in Ireland - Daily Mirror journalist David Yates sits down with Gordon Elliott to spin through his massive Festival squad, while Dan Barber adds the Timeform perspective. Plus, in association with Weatherbys, Jessica Rummel from Norton Grove Stud has news on a high profile recent acquisition.

Andy and Brendan planned to go LIVE on YouTube as part of "Golf's Favorite Pregame Show," but Hideki Matusyama had other plans. After a few too many wayward drives, Matsuyama could not make this a Victory Monday for Boston and coughed up the WM Phoenix Open to Chris Gotterup midway through the first quarter of the Super Bowl. Andy and Brendan recap a jam-packed week in the desert, hitting on Scottie Scheffler's t3 finish, Hideki's driver woes, and Chris Gotterup's continued ascension into the game's top tier. Patrick Reed could be the only player hotter than Gotterup right now, remaining undefeated in regulation in his last three starts with a win in Qatar. He is all but guaranteed a PGA Tour card through the DP World Tour now, but Brendan doubts his "lifelong goal to win the Order of Merit" is a real thing. Elvis Smylie immediately paid dividends for Rippers GC, staring down Jon Rahm in Riyadh for a win in his LIV debut. The two then run through results from the rest of the world and a bit of news before unpacking Brandel Chamblee's latest masterpiece of a take. Brandel made waves by suggesting that The Players Championship is ABOVE the four majors in stature and should absolutely be qualified as a major championship moving forward. Andy and Brendan are aghast at this statement and share some unsubstantiated rumors suggesting that the current PGA Tour membership does not share Brandel's personal opinion. Andy then previews Thursday night's live show in Chicago by reading some internet information about the event. Join us in Chicagoland for an SGS Live Show on Thursday, February 12! We'll be hanging out at SPACE in Evanston, Illinois for a night of Q&A, Champs Tour Minute, and plenty of Bears chatter. Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ticketweb.com/event/the-shotgun-start-space-tickets/14054084?pl=space⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details. Use code "FriedEgg" for 15% off at ⁠mobjak.com

LIV Golf has finally gotten the Official World Golf Rankings they’ve been waiting for, but there’s a major catch that has many players and fans frustrated. In this week's episode of The Golf Podcast we'll break down the biggest wrinkle in golf's power struggle right now: LIV Golf finally receiving Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points — and the immediate backlash that followed. After LIV revamped its schedule and format to meet ranking expectations, points are now being awarded right away, but only to the top 10 finishers (and ties) in individual stroke play. That hard cutoff has sparked frustration from players like Jon Rahm, who said it “doesn't seem fair,” and from LIV CEO Scott O'Neil, who argued the policy leaves the vast majority of the field with zero points. We'll explain why OWGR categorized LIV as a “small-field” situation, why no-cut events elsewhere still earn points deeper down the leaderboard, and what this means for players chasing majors, Ryder Cup points, and long-term career opportunities. To put it into perspective, we compare real recent points totals from the PGA TOUR (Waste Management Phoenix Open), LIV's season opener in Riyadh, and the DP World Tour event Patrick Reed won, plus how LIV's winner points stack up against a PGA TOUR alternate-field event like the Puerto Rico Open. Then we open it up to you: fair framework, or flop?   Listen to This Week’s Show Download on iTunes here Listen on Spotify here Thanks to this Week’s Sponsors Titleist is committed to ensuring that every golf ball delivers superior quality and consistency.  From ball to ball, dozen to dozen we should expect our golf ball to perform exactly the same way, shot after shot. That's why Titleist owns the design, the technology and the manufacturing to make sure consistency spot on every time. They even conduct all the testing and quality checks to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.  Titleist is the #1 ball for every player and the #1 ball in golf.  Choose the best for your game and find out more at Titleist.com. Trust your golf game to FootJoy, the number one Shoe in Golf. Shop now at FootJoy.com. Thanks for tuning to The Golf Podcast! Cover Image via X

Brie Mode is officially BACK—and the crowd let the whole world know it! This week on The Nikki & Brie Show, we're bringing you the full behind-the-scenes story of that legendary return to WWE at Royal Rumble 2026 in Saudi Arabia. Brie takes us through every moment: from the surprise phone call and whirlwind training to the jetlagged adrenaline rush, the affirmations backstage, and the deafening chants that shook the arena. Nikki and Brie reflect on the emotion, the chaos, and the love that made this comeback not only unforgettable—but historic.In a candid conversation filled with laughter and goosebumps, the twins share how divine timing made this the perfect moment. Brie opens up about conquering doubt, finding her confidence, and what it was like to hear "You Still Got It" echo through the crowd. Plus, she tells the heartwarming story of the extra backstage who gave her the affirmations she didn't know she needed—and how a wave of Bella Army support around the world reminded her why she's always been that girl.And this is only the beginning. Nikki & Brie talk tag team dreams, their run at the Women's Tag Titles, their first night back on Raw together, and how the energy in Riyadh set the tone for an epic new era. Get ready, because Brie Mode is officially activated! Press play now! Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.