TEHRAN (Basirat): A senior political commentator based in London highlighted reasons behind recent covert acts by Saudi Arabia to pursue a closer relationship with Israel, saying Riyadh is seeking “not only to deter Iran but also to bring the Shiites to their knees”.

TEHRAN (Basirat): Yemeni forces and popular fighters inflicted major losses on Saudi-paid mercenaries in the Nihm district of Sana'a Province.