In a major blow to regional stability, Saudi Arabia has officially commanded Iran’s military attaché, their assistant, and three additional embassy staff to depart the country.
This diplomatic expulsion comes as a direct response to what the Saudi government describes as "ongoing strikes" against Gulf states.
The Saudi Foreign Ministry issued a stern statement early Sunday, characterizing these military actions as a flagrant violation of both international conventions and the deeply held values of Islamic brotherhood.
By declaring these five individuals personae non gratae, the Kingdom has effectively stripped them of their legal standing and welcome within its borders.
The timing of this diplomatic breakdown is critical. Only hours after the order was issued, the Saudi defense ministry successfully intercepted three ballistic missiles launched toward the capital city, Riyadh.
This incident marks a sharp downward spiral in Saudi-Iran relations as the broader conflict involving Tehran, the United States, and Israel enters its fourth week.
Despite not being direct combatants in the Western-led struggle against Iran, nations in the Persian Gulf continue to suffer from drone strikes and missile fire, leading to a state of heightened regional tension.
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