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Saudi Minister Warns Iran: Gulf States Ready to Respond

3/19/2026

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Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, warned Iran that Gulf states have military capabilities to respond.
He urged Tehran to rethink its strategy after attacks on Gulf energy sites, including Ras Laffan.
Al Saud said Iran's targeting of neighbors appears premeditated and rebuilding trust will take time.
The UAE Defence Ministry reported intercepting multiple missiles and drones, with Habshan gas facility operations temporarily suspended.

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Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, warned Iran that Gulf states have military capabilities to respond.
He urged Tehran to rethink its strategy after attacks on Gulf energy sites, including Ras Laffan.
Al Saud said Iran's targeting of neighbors appears premeditated and rebuilding trust will take time.
The UAE Defence Ministry reported intercepting multiple missiles and drones, with Habshan gas facility operations temporarily suspended.