Saudi Arabia is reportedly preparing to join the war against Iran and could even launch strikes as Tehran continues to target Gulf neighbours.
According to Israel-based Ynet News, Gulf states are helping the United States carry out airstrikes and are targeting Iran’s economy, though they have not yet deployed troops. The same outlet also said recently agreed to allow U.S. forces to use King Fahd Air Base, on the western side of the Arabian Peninsula, to strike Iran.
This marks a change in Saudi Arabia’s stance, as Ynet News added that “before the war, Riyadh said it would not allow its facilities or airspace to be used for attacks on Iran, in an effort to stay out of the conflict”. According to the Israeli outlet, however, that position shifted after Iran launched missiles and drones at key Saudi energy facilities.