Following landmark deal with UAE, US president's son-in-law and adviser says Jerusalem and Riyadh will 'do great things together,' despite silence from Saudis on accord

Gov't watchdog finds secretary of state had right to use special powers in rushing weapons sales to Middle East, but timeline indicates he took his time in doing so

Despite many disputes between its members, Gulf Cooperation Council says it is 'inappropriate' to lift sanctions until Tehran 'abandons its destabilizing activities in the region'

After 2.5 million people visited Islam's holiest site in Mecca last year for pilgrimage, only between 1,000 and 10,000 to be allowed in this year by Saudi authorities

Pilgrims will be required to wear masks, observe social distancing during series of religious rites that are completed over five days in the holy city of Mecca and surrounding area

Pilgrim numbers reduced from annual 2.5 million to a select group of nor more than 10,00 who are being electronically monitored every step of the way for any COVID-19 symptoms

Event normally draws around 2.5 million from across the Muslim world, but this year only 1,000-10,000 people residing in the kingdom will be allowed, after testing and isolation

Aging King Salman, 84, has gall bladder removed, will remain at hospital in Riyadh for some time

State media says 84-year-old monarch hospitalized in Riyadh after inflammation of the gallbladder

Federal judge rules Tehran 'aided Hezbollah in carrying out a horrific, violent attack that killed 19 people and injured hundreds more'; unclear how they can collect