Saudi Arabia says it's ready to retaliate against Iran after strikes - what we know
Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned the strikes on the capital Riyadh and declared its readiness to take tough measures in response to Iran's actions. A statement was issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom.
Against this background, there are reports that Riyadh and the United Arab Emirates may coordinate with the United States and Israel, but there is no official confirmation of participation in a joint military operation.
Details of the application
In the statement, Saudi Arabia strongly condemned what it called «Iranian aggression» and reaffirmed its full solidarity with the countries of the region.
The kingdom stressed its right to take «all necessary measures» to protect its security and stability.
Whether war has been declared
As of the time of publication, Saudi Arabia has not officially declared war on Iran.
There are also no confirmed statements about Riyadh or Abu Dhabi joining joint strikes with the United States and Israel.
Risks of escalation
Analysts point out that Riyadh's harsh rhetoric indicates a sharp rise in tensions in the Persian Gulf.
In the event of direct military intervention by Saudi Arabia, the conflict could move into a much broader regional phase.
Context.
In recent hours, the Middle East has witnessed a rapid escalation following a series of mutual strikes and reports of expanding geographical scope of attacks.
The situation remains dynamic and information is being updated.
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