Riyadh: We will not allow use of our airspace for attacks on Iran
An informed Saudi source confirmed that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will not permit the use of its airspace for any offensive military operations, reflecting Riyadh's efforts to contain regional escalation and prevent a broader confrontation.
The source, cited by Al-Hadath newspaper, denied reports published by the American newspaper The Wall Street Journal regarding the opening of Saudi and Kuwaiti airspace to U.S. aircraft, describing the claims as "incorrect"—a point further emphasized by other Saudi officials.
The Saudi source suggested that "certain parties are seeking to distort the image of Saudi Arabia's position for unknown reasons."
Furthermore, Al-Arabiya channel quoted a Saudi official confirming that the Kingdom has granted no authorization for the use of its airspace to support U.S.-led offensive military operations against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
The source stated that Saudi Arabia supports the Pakistan-led political efforts to reach an agreement that would end the war and the rising tensions between Tehran and Washington, underscoring Riyadh's commitment to de-escalation.
"There are parties seeking to distort the image of the Kingdom's stance for unknown reasons," the source added, pointing to efforts aimed at accusing Riyadh of providing direct support for military aggression in the region.