Saudi Arabia & Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex

Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia expressed concerns to the United States about the United Arab Emirates' military operations risking wider regional escalation and destabilizing oil markets. It declined to participate in coordinated military operations against Iran, leading to frustration from the United Arab Emirates.

Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex: The Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex, a key Iranian energy facility, was targeted in a joint operation by the United Arab Emirates and Israel, triggering international backlash and US pressure to halt further attacks on Iranian energy assets.

Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is relying on its East-West Pipeline to export oil through the Red Sea as an alternative to the Strait of Hormuz, making it vulnerable to Houthi attacks and increasing its concern over regional stability. It has urged de-escalation.

Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex: The Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex in Iran was targeted by Israeli airstrikes, with parts of the plant reportedly damaged. Israel claimed the facility was used to produce raw materials for ballistic missiles, making it a military target.

Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex: Qatar's Marvdasht Petrochemical Complex was listed by Iran as a direct and legitimate target for attack.