US Intel Memo Raises Security Fears for WWE Crown Jewel
A memo from the director of national intelligence has raised security concerns ahead of WWE's Crown Jewel event in Saudi Arabia. The memo informed the Secretary of State that intelligence agencies have received reports of Iran substantially increasing efforts to target US personnel.
The intelligence indicates that lethal plotting efforts by Iran against US citizens have reached advanced stages in the Middle East and certain other countries. The Trump administration confirmed the memo's existence through a US official.
Security worries for the premium live event have grown as Saudi Arabia has faced increased attacks from the Iranian-backed Houthi rebel group. WWE's executive chairman and CEO stated that plans for the November 7 event in Riyadh remain in place.
The executive noted that upcoming events including a UFC fight in Abu Dhabi and a Frieze art show are also proceeding without cancellation. He added that a team is monitoring the situation daily and would consider moving the event if necessary.
The United States has ordered nonessential diplomatic personnel and family members to leave the country.
Story timeline · 18 reports
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- US Intelligence Memo Raises Saudi Security Fears for WWE Crown JewelA new memo from Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton warned Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Iran has ramped up efforts to target U.S.
- WWE Crown Jewel Stadium Construction Underway in Saudi Arabia Amid Security Concerns — WATCH0 Construction of the Riyadh Season Stadium for WWE Crown Jewel is underway despite regional security worries.
- Another Major Event in Saudi Arabia Postponed as New Missile Attack Raises WWE Crown Jewel ConcernsPer Ringside News: that’s just two days after WWE is supposed to hold Crown Jewel at Riyadh Season Stadium on November 7.
- WWE Crown Jewel Stadium Construction Underway in Saudi Arabia Amid Security ConcernsThe latest: that explained, the construction activity makes it clear that preparations on the Saudi side haven’t stopped despite the growing security concerns…
- Ari Emanuel Speaks On Possibility of Relocating WWE Crown Jewel Amid Security ConcernsBret Baier asked Emanuel directly whether Crown Jewel would still happen amid the escalating security situation in Saudi Arabia.
- The REAL Reason WWE Won't Cancel Crown Jewel In Saudi ArabiaPer TheSportster: over the last a number of weeks, advice from the likes of the US Embassy and State Department have been increasing in severity over their…
- US State Dept Orders Diplomats Out Of Saudi Arabia Before Crown JewelThe US State Department has ordered the departure of non-emergency government employees and their family members from Saudi Arabia.
- US Embassy Orders Staff Exit Before WWE Crown JewelThe US Embassy has directed all non-essential staff and their families to depart Saudi Arabia amid escalating warnings over Houthi attacks.
- U.S. Embassy Orders Staff Exit From Saudi ArabiaNon-essential U.S.
- WWE Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia unchanged after embassy alertThe U.S.
- WWE Crown Jewel to proceed despite Saudi Embassy evacuationThe U.S.
- US Orders Embassy Evacuation Amid Saudi Tensions as Crown Jewel Stays OnThe U.S.
- U.S. Orders Diplomatic Personnel Out of Saudi Arabia Ahead of WWE Crown Jewel 2026The latest: none of this means WWE has canceled Crown Jewel.
- WWE NEEDS To Cancel Crown Jewel 2026 In Saudi ArabiaSign in to your TheSportster account It is just a few weeks until WWE is scheduled to head to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Crown Jewel PLE.
- Riyadh Airport Reopens as WWE Crown Jewel’s Saudi Arabia Status Remains UncertainThe latest: that has raised serious questions about whether WWE can safely get its wrestlers, staff and production crew into Riyadh for Crown Jewel.
- Riyadh Airport Reopens With WWE Crown Jewel Still In DoubtKing Khalid International Airport in Riyadh reportedly reopened on Sunday after being closed since the previous Saturday due to attacks.
Source: Wrestling Observer
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