Saudi Arabia used to be the first to call for a strike on Iran, but things have changed. Now, they are flatly refusing to let the U.S. use their land or airspace to bomb Tehran. This isn’t because they’ve become best friends; it’s because they realize a war would destroy their own economy. If the U.S. attacks, Iran has promised to blow up Saudi oil fields and cities in return. Since the Saudis are currently spending billions to turn their country into a global tourist and business hub, they can’t afford a single missile hitting their soil.
To stay safe, the Saudis have actually patched things up with Iran through a historic peace deal. They are telling President Trump that they won’t be the “front line” for a war that ruins their future. By blocking U.S. warplanes, they are forcing Washington to look for a peaceful solution instead of a military one. It’s a bold move that shows the Middle East is now putting its own money and safety ahead of old alliances.
