Saudi Arabia and UAE Edge Toward Joining US–Israel War Against Iran

The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is showing signs of further escalation, as key Gulf powers appear increasingly likely to enter the confrontation, raising the stakes for the entire region. Saudi Arabia Reconsiders Its Position According to The Wall Street Journal, sources familiar with the situation indicate that Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, is preparing to restore deterrence following Iranian strikes on the kingdom's energy infrastructure. The report suggests that Riyadh's entry into the conflict is "only a matter of time.” Until recently, Saudi Arabia had refused to allow the use of its territory or airspace for attacks on Iran. However, after missile and drone strikes targeted its capital and oil facilities, the kingdom's stance appears to have shifted.