The news is evolving once again in Saudi Arabia.
On October 21, 2026, the U.S. Department of State issued a departure order for non-essential U.S. government employees and their families in Saudi Arabia.
This development suggests that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security fears for the safety of its personnel. Or worse, that the government knows the war in the country could intensify in the coming days.
Despite this information, WWE Crown Jewel 2026 remains on the WWE and Riyadh calendar for November 7. As mentioned by Catch-Newz, WWE has a contingency plan to relocate the show.
A situation still to be monitored and far from settled.
This is inaccurate. The U.S. Department of State issued an ordered departure for non-emergency U.S. government employees and their family members in Saudi Arabia only.
Iranian-supported Houthis have increasingly engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on… https://t.co/yNrCwDcfIg
— Tommy Pigott (@statedeptspox) October 21, 2026
