### [2026-10-25](/feed/2026/10/25/index.md)

##### 2027 Dakar Rally
# In rally raid, Dakar Rally organizers move the 2027 event from Saudi Arabia due to security concerns regarding the conflict with the Houthis. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP via France 24](https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20261025-2027-dakar-rally-to-be-moved-from-saudi-arabia)

### Changes:

1. In rally raid, Dakar Rally organizers move the 2027 event from Saudi Arabia because of security concerns regarding the conflict with the Houthis.  _2026-10-30 04:19:09 (First version)_
1. In rally raid, Dakar Rally organizers move the 2027 event from Saudi Arabia due to security concerns regarding the conflict with the Houthis.  _(Current version)_

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