Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry has issued sharp condemnations of Iranian missile and drone strikes targeting both Bahrain and Kuwait, calling the attacks “brutal Iranian aggression” and “flagrant violations” of sovereignty. The kingdom pledged full solidarity with its Gulf neighbors and backed their efforts to defend their territories.
The statements, which began around June 3, represent Saudi Arabia’s most forceful diplomatic positioning in the escalating Gulf crisis.
What happened
Iranian forces launched missile and drone strikes against targets in both Bahrain and Kuwait, two small but strategically vital Gulf states that host significant US military facilities. Bahrain’s defense forces intercepted incoming Iranian missiles and drones, while an attack on a Kuwait airport reportedly resulted in one death and 63 injuries.
Saudi Arabia’s initial response on June 3 was blunt, describing the strikes as brutal aggression. By June 10-11, the kingdom had strengthened its language further, issuing expanded condemnations that also referenced Iranian attacks on Jordan.
