WWE Continues Preparations for Crown Jewel in Riyadh Amid Security Concerns

WWE is advancing with its plans for the Crown Jewel event scheduled for November 7 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, despite ongoing attacks from the Houthis in Yemen. Reports indicate that venue setup is already underway, with no indications that WWE will alter its plans in light of recent warnings of increased violence.

Video evidence from Riyadh shows that construction is taking place at the Riyadh Season Stadium, which is being prepared as a temporary venue for the event. It remains unclear whether WWE staff are involved in the setup or if it is being managed by the Saudi government.

While WWE has contingency plans in place should travel to Saudi Arabia become impossible, the organization has publicly stated that there are no changes to the event schedule. The decision to proceed with Crown Jewel is believed to be influenced by the financial benefits associated with the event, which are expected to positively impact WWE's earnings for the fourth quarter.