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Saudi Arabia launched secret attacks on Iran during Operation Epic Fury

The Saudi attacks, not previously reported, mark the first time that the kingdom is known to have directly carried out military action on Iranian soil and show it is becoming much bolder.

Smoke rises following an explosion in Tehran amid the war with Iran, March 7, 2026. Picture taken with a mobile phone.
US President Donald Trump and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia interact during the US-Saudi Investment Forum in Washington, US, November 19, 2025.

Saudi Arabia asks US to end Hormuz blockade amid worries of possible Houthi retaliation - WSJ

Iran and Pakistan falgs. Illustration.

Pakistan steps up mediation efforts between Iran, US to end conflict - analysis

A satellite image shows planes at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia February 21, 2026.

Iranian missile, drones strike US military airbase in Saudi Arabia, 12 soldiers wounded - report


Iran's Zarif: It's time for US to choose between cooperation and confrontation

In 'NY Times' op-ed, Iranian FM says US and its allies can't fight al-Qaida and ISIS while enabling their growth in Yemen and Syria.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif presents Tehran’s case in Lausanne, on April 2.

US expands intelligence sharing with Saudis in Yemen operation

The US role has now expanded in size and scope, involving more detailed "vetting" of targeting information prepared by the Saudis, with a particular interest in helping the Saudis to avoid civilian casualties, according to the US officials.

Saudi airstrike in Sana'a

Obama: US will stand by Gulf allies against Iran's 'destabilizing activities'

"If you have a situation where one of our partners like Saudi Arabia is threatened from external aggression let’s say through Iran we will come to their defense.”

President Barack Obama talks on the phone with French President Francois Hollande from aboard Air Force One, Jan. 7, 2015.

Arab states fear Iran will become America's 'policeman' in Gulf

Some in the Arab world see US actions as responsible for bloody Sunni-Shi'ite battles taking place in recent years.

Iranian military personnel participate in war games in an unknown location near the Strait of Hormuz in southern Iran

Obama makes case for Iran deal to Congress and Arab leaders

Obama reiterates the United States' "enduring commitment to work with partners to address Iran's destabilizing activities in the region."

U.S. President Barack Obama

Saudi FM echoes Israeli, French concerns over Iran nuclear talks

Speaking at a conference with Britain's foreign secretary, Saudi top diplomat also suggests Riyadh may involve itself in Yemen if Iranian proxies do not cede power to the government.

Saud al-Faisal

Saudi prince criticizes Iran deal

"If Iran has the ability to enrich uranium to whatever level, it's not just Saudi Arabia that's going to ask for that."

 Prince Turki al-Faisal of Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia eclipses India as world's largest weapons importer

The Middle East has become the world's largest regional market for weapons amid turmoil as Russia faces sales dip due to sanctions.

A member of the Saudi border guards force stands guard next to a fence on Saudi Arabia’s northern borderline with Iraq last month.

New Saudi king aims for Sunni unity vs Iran and Islamic State

King Salman has used summits with leaders of all five Gulf Arab states, Jordan, Egypt and Turkey over the past 10 days to reinforce the need for unity.

MEMBERS OF the palace staff stand in waiting during Saudi Arabia’s King Salman’s meeting with US President Barack Obama at Erga Palace in Riyadh in January

Kerry visits Riyadh to soothe fears of stronger Iran under nuclear deal

Convincing Saudi Arabia to accept any agreed nuclear deal is important to President Barack Obama because he needs Riyadh to work closely with Washington on a host of regional policies.

John Kerry arrives in Israel, July 23