A Saudi official has alleged that the United States redirected its air defense resources to protect Israel, leaving Gulf states exposed during ongoing Iranian strikes.
According to the reported statement, the official said, “The United States abandoned us and redirected its air defense to protect Israel,” adding that Washington “left all the Gulf states that host American military bases at the mercy of Iranian strikes.”
The comments come amid heightened regional tensions following a series of missile exchanges involving Iran, Israel, and U.S. forces in the region. Several Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, host American military bases and have long relied on U.S. air defense systems as part of broader security arrangements.
As of the time of this report, there has been no official response from the U.S. Department of Defense addressing the claim.
Defense analysts note that any confirmed shift in U.S. air defense posture in the Gulf would carry significant geopolitical implications, potentially affecting regional alliances and military coordination.
This remains a developing story. Further updates are expected as official statements emerge.
