According to the WSJ, Saudi Arabia refused to allow the United States to use its bases and airspace for the mission. In retaliation, the White House threatened to withhold interception systems.

US threatens to halt Patriot missile supplies to Saudi Arabia over base access. US strike on 8 countries in 2026 at 38% YES.

Trump threatens to cut Saudi missile supply over Strait of Hormuz plan. U.S.-Iran diplomatic meeting by July 3 at 10.5% YES.