Saudi Arabia has warned Iran that continued attacks on its territory and energy sector could lead to a military response, despite Riyadh’s preference for diplomatic resolution. Following a conversation between Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, Saudi Arabia emphasized its openness to mediation but indicated that if Iranian aggressions persisted, it might allow U.S. forces to operate from its bases. Iran, while denying that its strikes target Gulf states, has called for the closure of U.S. bases in the region, amid escalating tensions that have reignited following a recent military campaign.
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