Saudi Arabia

The Saudi economy is in crisis due to direct attacks on its oil infrastructure and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Aramco has warned of catastrophic market impact, cut production, and temporarily shut a major refinery, forcing shipping companies to reroute exports. The Ras Tanura refinery has restarted, but market chaos persists.

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• 14Attacks in Persian Gulf disrupt oil, gas, and shipping operations
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• 9Saudi Arabia cuts oil production as Hormuz Strait closure disrupts exports
• 6Saudi Aramco temporarily shuts major refinery after drone attack

Saudi politics are dominated by a complete rupture with Iran and active coalition-building for potential war. The Kingdom has expelled Iranian military staff and diplomats, declared trust 'completely shattered,' and is 'inching toward' joining the fight. Pakistan is hosting talks with Turkey and Egypt, while the US has ordered embassy staff to leave.

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Saudi security is under sustained direct attack from Iran, with the capital and oil refineries as primary targets. Drones have struck the US embassy in Riyadh and major refineries, while ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh were intercepted. Saudi Arabia has threatened military action against Iran in response.

• 45Drones attack US embassy in Riyadh, prompting warnings and evacuations
• 18Saudi Arabia threatens military action against Iran over Gulf attacks
• 14Iranian drones strike major Saudi oil refinery, causing fire and shutdown
• 11Saudi Arabia intercepts ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh, injuring four
• 9Drone attack hits Saudi Aramco refinery in Yanbu, minimal damage reported

Saudi society is maintaining religious routines amid the conflict, with the government announcing Eid Al Fitr dates. However, the war's shadow is evident as Formula 1 cancels races and some foreign nationals are evacuated, while heavy rains and environmental initiatives proceed.

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