Saudi Arabia Covert Air Strikes on Iran: De-escalation and Regional Conflict - businesstimes-bd.com
businesstimes-bd.com2026-05-13
Saudi Arabia launched covert air strikes on Iranian soil in retaliation for Iranian attacks, marking a shift in its defense strategy. This led to intense diplomatic efforts and threats, resulting in an informal de-escalation agreement in early April. This cooling of tensions coincided with the broader U.S.-Iran ceasefire, signaling a pragmatic approach to avoid escalation.